{"id":521,"date":"2025-11-08T17:27:03","date_gmt":"2025-11-08T17:27:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.lamaisondegeraldine.it\/?p=521"},"modified":"2025-11-28T00:10:22","modified_gmt":"2025-11-28T00:10:22","slug":"citta-dei-balocchi-2025-26-como","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.lamaisondegeraldine.it\/en\/citta-dei-balocchi-2025-26-como\/","title":{"rendered":"Como\u2019s \u201cCitt\u00e0 dei Balocchi\u201d 2025\u201326: a practical guide to light shows, Christmas markets, and holiday events in Como"},"content":{"rendered":"<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.lamaisondegeraldine.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/20241214_203507-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Proiezioni natalizie blu e dorate sul Broletto di Como accanto al Duomo, con passanti in piazza durante la Citt\u00e0 dei Balocchi, scena notturna\" class=\"wp-image-523\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.lamaisondegeraldine.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/20241214_203507-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.lamaisondegeraldine.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/20241214_203507-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.lamaisondegeraldine.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/20241214_203507-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.lamaisondegeraldine.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/20241214_203507-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/blog.lamaisondegeraldine.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/20241214_203507-2048x1536.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/blog.lamaisondegeraldine.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/20241214_203507-16x12.jpg 16w, https:\/\/blog.lamaisondegeraldine.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/20241214_203507-1320x990.jpg 1320w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Como, Broletto e Duomo illuminati per la Citt\u00e0 dei Balocchi. Foto proprie.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Citt\u00e0 dei Balocchi Como 2025\u201326: what to see<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph translation-block\"><p><strong>Citt\u00e0 dei Balocchi<\/strong> is Lake Como\u2019s signature Christmas event: the historic center lights up with architectural projections (the renowned <strong>Magic Light Festival<\/strong>), Christmas markets, music, and family activities. For the <strong>2025\u201326<\/strong> edition, the <strong>likely<\/strong> dates run from <strong>late November 2025<\/strong> to <strong>January 6, 2026<\/strong> (Epiphany). <strong>This is a preview<\/strong>: we\u2019re awaiting <strong>official sources<\/strong> from the organizers for final dates and details. In the meantime, here\u2019s what to expect, where the event is concentrated, how to get there stress-free, and our <strong>practical tips<\/strong> to make the most of your visit. Save this page and share it with whoever you\u2019re coming with: we\u2019ll <strong>update<\/strong> this guide as soon as confirmations are released, and in the <strong>next article<\/strong> we\u2019ll publish even more precise information with <strong>dates, times, and a map<\/strong>. <strong>Stay tuned!<\/strong><\/p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dai uno sguardo al nuovo aricolo e agli ultimi aggiornamenti sul natale a como<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed aligncenter is-type-wp-embed is-provider-blog-la-maison-de-geraldine wp-block-embed-blog-la-maison-de-geraldine\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"wp-embedded-content\" data-secret=\"ybbcPSxjUc\"><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.lamaisondegeraldine.it\/en\/natale-a-como-2025-programma\/\">Christmas in Como 2025: Citt\u00e0 dei Balocchi, lights and the Christmas tree lighting in Piazza Duomo<\/a><\/blockquote><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-embedded-content\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts\" security=\"restricted\" style=\"position: absolute; visibility: hidden;\" title=\"&#8220;Natale a Como 2025: Citt\u00e0 dei Balocchi, luci e accensione dell\u2019albero in Piazza Duomo&#8221; &#8212; Blog La Maison de Geraldine\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.lamaisondegeraldine.it\/natale-a-como-2025-programma\/embed\/#?secret=ZNqYv2k5MM#?secret=ybbcPSxjUc\" data-secret=\"ybbcPSxjUc\" width=\"600\" height=\"338\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Aggiornamento Natale a Como 2025 \u2013 ultime indiscrezioni<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Le ultime indiscrezioni a oggi <strong>19 novembre 2025<\/strong> su <strong>Natale a Como 2025<\/strong> e sulla <strong>Citt\u00e0 dei Balocchi 2025-26<\/strong> parlano di un avvio delle attrazioni tra la terza e la quarta settimana di novembre, con i primi giorni dedicati all\u2019apertura della <strong>pista di pattinaggio in piazza Cavour<\/strong> e delle <strong>casette dei mercatini di Natale in piazza Perretta<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In centro storico sono gi\u00e0 iniziati, da pochi giorni, i lavori di allestimento della pista del ghiaccio e delle strutture per i mercatini, che <strong>dovrebbero aprire sabato 22 novembre<\/strong>: segno che il periodo delle feste \u00e8 ormai alle porte. Secondo le indiscrezioni, il <strong>grande albero di Natale in piazza Duomo<\/strong> dovrebbe essere acceso il <strong>29 novembre<\/strong>, ma siamo ancora in attesa di conferme ufficiali; si tratterebbe comunque di una data in linea con le passate edizioni.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Al momento il <strong>calendario ufficiale di Natale a Como \/ Citt\u00e0 dei Balocchi 2025-26<\/strong> non \u00e8 ancora stato pubblicato sui canali istituzionali: questa guida verr\u00e0 aggiornata non appena saranno comunicate in modo ufficiale <strong>date, orari e programma completo<\/strong> di eventi, luci e mercatini..<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph translation-block\"><p><strong>Want to enjoy the lights and markets<\/strong> <strong>without stress<\/strong>? Here\u2019s what to know <strong>before<\/strong> the official program is released. If you\u2019d like, <strong>we\u2019ll notify you<\/strong> when they publish the <strong>dates and map<\/strong> (no spam, just the useful update). <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.lamaisondegeraldine.it\/en\/iscriviti-alla-newsletter\/\" target=\"_self\">Subscribe to the newsletter<\/a>.<\/p><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"535\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.lamaisondegeraldine.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/20241214_203426-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-535\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.lamaisondegeraldine.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/20241214_203426-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.lamaisondegeraldine.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/20241214_203426-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/blog.lamaisondegeraldine.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/20241214_203426-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/blog.lamaisondegeraldine.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/20241214_203426-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/blog.lamaisondegeraldine.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/20241214_203426-9x12.jpg 9w, https:\/\/blog.lamaisondegeraldine.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/20241214_203426-1320x1760.jpg 1320w, https:\/\/blog.lamaisondegeraldine.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/20241214_203426-scaled.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"526\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.lamaisondegeraldine.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/20241214_201031-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-526\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.lamaisondegeraldine.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/20241214_201031-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.lamaisondegeraldine.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/20241214_201031-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/blog.lamaisondegeraldine.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/20241214_201031-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/blog.lamaisondegeraldine.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/20241214_201031-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/blog.lamaisondegeraldine.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/20241214_201031-9x12.jpg 9w, https:\/\/blog.lamaisondegeraldine.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/20241214_201031-1320x1760.jpg 1320w, https:\/\/blog.lamaisondegeraldine.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/20241214_201031-scaled.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">When it takes place<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph translation-block\"><p>The <strong>official dates<\/strong> for Christmas in Como have not yet been announced. Please treat this as a <strong>preview<\/strong>: for now, the <strong>indicative<\/strong> period runs from <strong>late November 2025<\/strong> to <strong>January 6, 2026<\/strong> (Epiphany). As soon as the City and the organizers release the <strong>schedule, opening times, and map<\/strong>, we\u2019ll update this guide immediately; in the <strong>next article<\/strong> you\u2019ll find even more precise information.<\/p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph translation-block\"><p>As a reference, in <strong>2024<\/strong> the event ran from <strong>early December<\/strong> through <strong>Epiphany<\/strong>, with installations spread across the historic center (Porta Torre, Piazza San Fedele, Teatro Sociale, Palazzo Terragni). This helps you gauge the pace and the liveliest areas, but it is <strong>not<\/strong> a confirmation for the <strong>2025\u201326<\/strong> edition.<\/p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"529\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.lamaisondegeraldine.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/20241214_202106-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Facciata della Basilica di San Fedele a Como illuminata da proiezioni natalizie multicolori con campanile blu e bancarella del mercatino in primo piano, scena serale\" class=\"wp-image-529\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.lamaisondegeraldine.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/20241214_202106-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.lamaisondegeraldine.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/20241214_202106-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/blog.lamaisondegeraldine.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/20241214_202106-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/blog.lamaisondegeraldine.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/20241214_202106-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/blog.lamaisondegeraldine.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/20241214_202106-9x12.jpg 9w, https:\/\/blog.lamaisondegeraldine.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/20241214_202106-1320x1760.jpg 1320w, https:\/\/blog.lamaisondegeraldine.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/20241214_202106-scaled.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"551\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.lamaisondegeraldine.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/20241214_203438-1-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Imponente albero di Natale decorato con migliaia di luci calde e palline rosse in una piazza del centro di Como durante la Citt\u00e0 dei Balocchi, scena notturna\" class=\"wp-image-551\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.lamaisondegeraldine.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/20241214_203438-1-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.lamaisondegeraldine.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/20241214_203438-1-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/blog.lamaisondegeraldine.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/20241214_203438-1-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/blog.lamaisondegeraldine.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/20241214_203438-1-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/blog.lamaisondegeraldine.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/20241214_203438-1-9x12.jpg 9w, https:\/\/blog.lamaisondegeraldine.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/20241214_203438-1-1320x1760.jpg 1320w, https:\/\/blog.lamaisondegeraldine.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/20241214_203438-1-scaled.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What to expect from \u201cCitt\u00e0 dei Balocchi\u201d 2025\u201326<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph translation-block\"><p><strong>Light shows and projections<\/strong> The heart of the celebration: artistic projections on downtown facades that evolve throughout the evening. The most atmospheric moment is at <strong>sunset<\/strong>, then continuing into the night. <strong>Preview<\/strong>: we\u2019ll insert the official times and the lights map here as soon as they\u2019re announced (and you\u2019ll find even more details about Christmas in Como in the <strong>next article<\/strong>).<\/p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph translation-block\"><p><strong>Christmas markets<\/strong> Wooden chalets with crafts, gift ideas, and a touch of street food: full-on festive atmosphere. In past editions you could find them between <strong>Piazza Cavour (22100 Como CO)<\/strong> and the streets of the <strong>historic center<\/strong>. We\u2019re waiting for 2025\u201326 confirmations: we\u2019ll update the <strong>map<\/strong> and publish the official locations as soon as they\u2019re available.<\/p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Eventi per famiglie<\/strong> Laboratori, incontri con Babbo Natale e la Befana, presepi, concerti e tante attivit\u00e0 per i pi\u00f9 piccoli. Il <strong>calendario \u00e8 in aggiornamento<\/strong>: appena uscir\u00e0, aggiungeremo qui i <strong>link diretti<\/strong> per eventuali prenotazioni, cos\u00ec organizzi tutto in pochi clic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph translation-block\"><p><strong>New Year\u2019s Eve on the Lake<\/strong> A year-end classic: music and a magical vibe by the water. The <strong>2025\u201326 program and times<\/strong> will be announced by the organizers; we\u2019ll post them here as soon as they\u2019re available, along with a couple of tips on how to get there and where to find the <strong>best vantage point<\/strong> to enjoy the night.<\/p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.lamaisondegeraldine.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/20241214_203228-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-532\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.lamaisondegeraldine.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/20241214_203228-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.lamaisondegeraldine.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/20241214_203228-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.lamaisondegeraldine.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/20241214_203228-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.lamaisondegeraldine.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/20241214_203228-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/blog.lamaisondegeraldine.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/20241214_203228-2048x1536.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/blog.lamaisondegeraldine.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/20241214_203228-16x12.jpg 16w, https:\/\/blog.lamaisondegeraldine.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/20241214_203228-1320x990.jpg 1320w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Como, Broletto e Duomo illuminati per la Citt\u00e0 dei Balocchi. Foto proprie.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to get there<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph translation-block\"><p><strong>By train (recommended)<\/strong><br>If you\u2019re staying at <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lamaisondegeraldine.it\/\" target=\"_self\">La Maison de Geraldine<\/a><\/strong>, take the <strong>Trenord R17 Como\u2013Milano Cadorna<\/strong> from <strong>Cadorago<\/strong> to reach downtown Como without traffic or parking stress. On peak weekends it\u2019s the most relaxing option: remember to check <strong>holiday schedules<\/strong> and any late services for the light shows. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trenord.it\/linee-e-orari\/circolazione\/orario-ferroviario\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Trenord timetables &amp; tickets<\/a><\/p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph translation-block\"><p><strong>By car<\/strong><br>If you prefer to drive, leave your vehicle <strong>outside the very center<\/strong> and continue on foot or by public transport. Handy car parks: <strong>Autosilo Valduce (hospital area)<\/strong>, <strong>Autosilo Centro Lago<\/strong>, <strong>Autosilo Tribunale<\/strong> (Via Auguadri), <strong>Autosilo Castelnuovo<\/strong> (Via Castelnuovo).<\/p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph translation-block\"><p><strong>Valmulini Bonus (Park &amp; Ride)<\/strong><br>At the city\u2019s entrance you\u2019ll find <strong>Valmulini<\/strong>, a large park-and-ride that\u2019s ideal on busy days: from here, frequent <strong>ASF city buses<\/strong> run to the center (shuttles\/dedicated lines during peak periods). It\u2019s often the simplest way to avoid queues and aimless driving.<\/p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"305\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.lamaisondegeraldine.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/camera-da-letto-moderna-parete-verde-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-305\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.lamaisondegeraldine.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/camera-da-letto-moderna-parete-verde-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.lamaisondegeraldine.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/camera-da-letto-moderna-parete-verde-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.lamaisondegeraldine.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/camera-da-letto-moderna-parete-verde-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.lamaisondegeraldine.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/camera-da-letto-moderna-parete-verde-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/blog.lamaisondegeraldine.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/camera-da-letto-moderna-parete-verde-2048x1536.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/blog.lamaisondegeraldine.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/camera-da-letto-moderna-parete-verde-16x12.jpg 16w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"304\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.lamaisondegeraldine.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/area-giorno-tavolo-ingresso-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Zona living con tavolo da pranzo e cucina open space a La Maison de Geraldine, Lago di Como.\" class=\"wp-image-304\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.lamaisondegeraldine.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/area-giorno-tavolo-ingresso-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.lamaisondegeraldine.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/area-giorno-tavolo-ingresso-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.lamaisondegeraldine.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/area-giorno-tavolo-ingresso-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.lamaisondegeraldine.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/area-giorno-tavolo-ingresso-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/blog.lamaisondegeraldine.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/area-giorno-tavolo-ingresso-2048x1536.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/blog.lamaisondegeraldine.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/area-giorno-tavolo-ingresso-16x12.jpg 16w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where to stay near Como<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph translation-block\"><p><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/lamaisondegeraldine.it\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"lamaisondegeraldine.it\" target=\"_self\">La Maison de Geraldine<\/a> \u2013 Cadorago (CO)<\/strong><br>Your <strong>convenient base<\/strong> to enjoy Citt\u00e0 dei Balocchi with zero hassle: arrive <strong>by train<\/strong> on the <strong>R17 Como\u2013Milano Cadorna<\/strong> line (stop: <strong>Cadorago<\/strong>) and you\u2019re in Como in no time\u2014no traffic, no parking hunt. Prefer to <strong>drive<\/strong>? There\u2019s <strong>private parking<\/strong>: drop your bags, take a moment to relax, then head straight to the lights.<\/p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><h3>Why you\u2019ll feel at home here (and relaxed):<\/h3><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Strategic location between <strong>Como<\/strong> and <strong>Milan<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Easy trip back after the events (zero stress)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Thoughtfully curated atmosphere and <strong>little welcome extras<\/strong> that make you feel at home right away<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Book now<\/strong> on the official website \u2192 <a href=\"https:\/\/lamaisondegeraldine.it\/\" target=\"_self\">La Maison de Geraldine<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Follow us on Instagram<\/strong> \u2192 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/la_maison_de_geraldine\/#\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">la_maison_de_geraldine<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph translation-block\"><p><strong>Special promo for readers<\/strong><br>Use code <strong>BALOCCHI10<\/strong> (or <strong>NATALE10<\/strong>) for <strong>\u201310%<\/strong> on stays of <strong>2 or more nights<\/strong>.<\/p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph translation-block\"><p><strong>Terms &amp; conditions:<\/strong> valid for <strong>direct<\/strong> bookings on the official website; stay period <strong>01\/12\/2025 \u2013 06\/01\/2026<\/strong> on stays of <strong>2 or more nights<\/strong>; offer <strong>not combinable<\/strong> with other promos; <strong>subject to availability<\/strong>; any <strong>public holidays\/long weekends<\/strong> excluded if specified.<\/p><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Practical tips<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph translation-block\"><p><strong>Best times.<\/strong> To enjoy the lights at a relaxed pace, arrive in the <strong>late afternoon<\/strong> and stay into the evening; if you prefer to browse the markets without big crowds, the <strong>morning<\/strong> is ideal.<\/p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph translation-block\"><p><strong>Weekend or weekdays.<\/strong> <strong>Weekends<\/strong> are busier: whenever you can, pick a <strong>weekday<\/strong> for a smoother, more relaxed experience.<\/p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph translation-block\"><p><strong>Photography.<\/strong> Bring a <strong>wide-angle lens<\/strong> and, if it\u2019s convenient, a <strong>pocket-size mini tripod<\/strong>: they\u2019ll help you capture sharp shots even in low light.<\/p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph translation-block\"><p><strong>Accessibility.<\/strong> The center is <strong>mostly pedestrian and flat<\/strong>, with <strong>ramps<\/strong> in many squares: it\u2019s easy to get around even with <strong>strollers<\/strong> or <strong>wheelchairs<\/strong>.<\/p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph translation-block\"><p><strong>Weather &amp; comfort.<\/strong> Dress <strong>in layers<\/strong> and take <strong>warm breaks<\/strong> between squares: caf\u00e9s, cloisters, and shops make great stopovers on colder days.<\/p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Map of key areas<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><p>Within the <strong>pedestrian historic center<\/strong> lies the heart of the event: streets and squares turn into luminous backdrops for the Magic Light Festival, with projections on the Duomo and Broletto, Palazzo Terragni, Teatro Sociale, <strong>Porta Torre<\/strong>, <strong>Piazza San Fedele<\/strong>, and <strong>Piazza Volta<\/strong>.<\/p><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph translation-block\"><p>The <strong>Christmas markets<\/strong> traditionally liven up the axis between <strong>Piazza Cavour (22100 Como CO)<\/strong> and <strong>Piazza Perretta<\/strong>, spreading into the adjoining streets; musical moments and <strong>New Year\u2019s Eve<\/strong> usually take place between Piazza Cavour and the lakeside, while <strong>nativity scenes<\/strong> and small exhibitions are hosted in cloisters and city venues. If you want to add a lakeside touch, the pier at <strong>Piazza Cavour<\/strong> is the departure point for the <strong>Navigazione Laghi<\/strong> boats.<\/p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph translation-block\"><p><strong>Preview:<\/strong> these notes reflect how past editions were arranged. As soon as confirmations and the <strong>official map<\/strong> are released, we\u2019ll update this guide; in the <strong>next article<\/strong> you\u2019ll find even more precise information.<\/p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<style>\n  .mdg-map-container{\n    position:relative;\n    padding-bottom:56.25%; \/* 16:9 *\/\n    height:0;\n    overflow:hidden;\n    border:0;\n    border-radius:16px;\n    box-shadow:0 2px 12px rgba(0,0,0,.08);\n  }\n  .mdg-map-container iframe{\n    position:absolute;\n    inset:0;\n    width:100%;\n    height:100%;\n    border:0;\n  }\n  .mdg-map-actions{\n    margin-top:.5rem;\n    text-align:right;\n    font-size:0.95rem;\n  }\n  .mdg-map-actions a{\n    text-decoration:none;\n  }\n<\/style>\n\n<div class=\"mdg-map-container\" aria-label=\"Mappa - La Maison de Geraldine\">\n  <iframe \n    src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/d\/embed?mid=1eFksO45-IUNYFxjootInE8D44I5313k&#038;hl=it&#038;ehbc=2E312F\"\n    loading=\"lazy\"\n    referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\"\n    title=\"Mappa interattiva La Maison de Geraldine\">\n  <\/iframe>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"mdg-map-actions\">\n  <a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/d\/viewer?mid=1eFksO45-IUNYFxjootInE8D44I5313k&#038;hl=it\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\n    Apri a schermo intero \u2197\n  <\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">F.A.Q.<\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list\">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1762599134895\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question\"><strong>Are the 2025\u201326 dates confirmed?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer\">\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><p><strong>Not yet.<\/strong> This guide is a <strong>preview<\/strong>. We\u2019re waiting for <strong>official confirmations<\/strong> from the City and the organizers. As soon as they publish the <strong>calendar, times, and official map<\/strong>, we\u2019ll update this page immediately. Want a heads-up when it\u2019s out? <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.lamaisondegeraldine.it\/en\/iscriviti-alla-newsletter\/\" target=\"_self\"><strong>Subscribe to the newsletter<\/strong><\/a> (no spam, just the useful update).<\/p><\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1762599173116\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question\"><strong><h2>Where will the markets be?<\/h2><\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer\">\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><p>Traditionally, the <strong>Christmas markets<\/strong> are set up along the axis between <strong>Piazza Cavour (22100 Como CO)<\/strong> and <strong>Piazza Perretta<\/strong>, extending into the adjoining streets of the <strong>historic center<\/strong>. For <strong>2025\u201326<\/strong> we\u2019re still awaiting <strong>official confirmation<\/strong> of exact locations: we\u2019ll update the <strong>map<\/strong> and publish the confirmed placements here as soon as they\u2019re announced.<\/p><\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1762599217723\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question\"><strong><h2>Will there be an ice rink and a Ferris wheel?<\/h2><\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer\">\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><p>These attractions <strong>vary by year<\/strong> and depend on the <strong>official program<\/strong>. In some past editions there have been seasonal installations (like an ice rink or a panoramic wheel), but for <strong>2025\u201326<\/strong> nothing is <strong>confirmed<\/strong> yet. As soon as the organizers publish the details, we\u2019ll update this guide with any <strong>locations, prices, and opening times<\/strong>.<\/p><\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1762599230251\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question\"><strong><h2>Do I need to book for events?<\/h2><\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer\">\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><p>It <strong>depends on the activity<\/strong>. Many experiences are <strong>free<\/strong> and on a <strong>first-come, first-served<\/strong> basis; others may require <strong>reservation<\/strong> (especially workshops, meet-and-greets with Santa\/the Befana, concerts, or any limited-capacity areas for <strong>New Year\u2019s Eve<\/strong>). Until the <strong>official program<\/strong> is published, details aren\u2019t confirmed\u2014once they are, we\u2019ll add <strong>direct booking links<\/strong> here.<\/p><\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\"><p>For updates and news, subscribe to our <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.lamaisondegeraldine.it\/en\/iscriviti-alla-newsletter\/\" target=\"_self\"><strong>NEWSLETTER<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-wp-embed is-provider-blog-la-maison-de-geraldine wp-block-embed-blog-la-maison-de-geraldine\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"wp-embedded-content\" data-secret=\"ybbcPSxjUc\"><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.lamaisondegeraldine.it\/en\/natale-a-como-2025-programma\/\">Christmas in Como 2025: Citt\u00e0 dei Balocchi, lights and the Christmas tree lighting in Piazza Duomo<\/a><\/blockquote><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-embedded-content\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts\" security=\"restricted\" style=\"position: absolute; 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Per l\u2019edizione 2025\u201326 il periodo probabile va da fine novembre 2025 al 6 gennaio 2026 (Epifania). 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