Lakeside base on the Como triangle promontory. Direct access to the Ghisallo climb and surrounding Larian triangle roads. Primary base for climbing-focused riders in the Italian Lakes.

City base at the southern tip of Lake Como. Good infrastructure and transport links with access to the Larian triangle via the lake road. Suits riders combining city logistics with day-trip climbing.

Northern Lake Garda base at lake level. Direct access to the Monte Baldo climb and the Ledro valley road. Primary base for Garda-sector climbing with good infrastructure.

Western Lake Garda base with immediate access to the Valvestino valley road and Tremalzo climb. Quieter and more climbing-focused than Riva del Garda. Less developed infrastructure.

Lake Maggiore base with access to the Mottarone summit road and Orta valley rides. Flatter immediate surrounds than the Como sector. Better suited to endurance riding than high-intensity climbing.