2. Lake Iseo or Lago d'Iseo or Sebino is the fourth largest lake in Lombardy, Italy, fed by
the Oglio river.
It is in the north of the country in the Val Camonica area, near the cities of Brescia and Bergamo.
The lake is almost equally divided between the Provinces of Bergamo and Brescia. Northern
Italy is renowned for its heavily industrialised towns and in between there are several stunning
lakes. Lake Iseo remains one of outstanding natural beauty, with its lush green mountains
surrounding the crystal clear lake.
There are several medieval towns around the lake, the largest being Iseo and Sarnico. These are
filled with bars, shops, cafes, hotels, B&B's and several campsites running alongside the lake
shore. The Franciacorta wine region, just minutes away from the lake produces some of the
worlds finest sparkling wines. The road north to Switzerland used to run along the side of the
lake, and stories about entire families being swallowed up by the murky waters abound. A much
safer road, carved into the side of the mountains, now exists.
In the middle of the lake is Monte Isola (or Montisola). There is easy access via the regular
running lake ferries.
2014.10.01. Lake Iseo, Italy 2