Rustic villa with lake view

Pusiano is a charming village in the province of Como, overlooking the peaceful and clear Lake Pusiano, surrounded by beautiful natural scenery. The village, which has about 1,300 inhabitants, is the ideal destination for those seeking relaxation and outdoor activities: walks along the panoramic lakefront, excursions to nearby Monte Cornizzolo, horse riding or boat trips to explore the lake, which is also popular with fishing and canoeing enthusiasts. The Lago di Pusiano Rowing Centre is a reference point for rowing enthusiasts. Dominating the landscape, together with the hilltops and mountains, is the water, which collects from the heights in Lake Segrino and descends into the valley that cuts through the village to Lake Pusiano. It is a scenario of rare beauty, combining the gentle nature of the Brianza hills with the first foothills of the Prealps. Among the most important historical attractions is Villa Beauharnais, a historic residence linked to Eugène de Beauharnais, stepson of Napoleon Bonaparte. The villa is surrounded by a large park and, although not always open to visitors, is an important testimony to local history. Another important tourist attraction is the Isola dei Cipressi, an oval-shaped islet in Lake Pusiano. It owes its name to the presence of about 130 cypress trees, some of which are centuries old. The island is currently owned by the Gavazzi family, who maintain it and have contributed to the repopulation of the local fauna with herons, peacocks and swans. The Isola dei Cipressi can be visited on guided tours. Pusiano is 16 km from Como (about 40 minutes by car) via the SP 342 and 40 km from Milan via the SS 36, which connects Milan to Valtellina and Switzerland. It is 50 km from Milan Linate and Orio Al Serio (BG) airports. Winter sports enthusiasts will also appreciate the proximity to the famous winter sports resorts of St. Moritz (CH), Madesimo, Bormio and Livigno, which can be reached in about 2-3 hours by car.