Nesso
Welcome to Nesso, the municipality on Lake Como
Hello everyone! Are you ready to discover the small municipality of Nesso, located on the shores of Lake Como? With its 1184 inhabitants, Nesso is a pleasant place immersed in nature, ideal for those seeking a break from the chaotic city and wanting to spend a few days in relaxation. Let's discover together the geography, origins of the name, and history of this enchanting Lombard municipality.
Geography
Nesso is located on the western coast of the Larian Triangle, an area between the two branches of Lake Como. The territory extends from the lake shore up to the Pian del Tivano, the border with the municipality of Zelbio, which is 1417 meters above sea level. Crossed by numerous waterways, the municipality of Nesso offers breathtaking landscapes, among which stands out the waterfall of the Nesso Ravine, created by the confluence of the Nosée and Tuf torrents.
Origins of the name
The name Nesso has Celtic origins and means "mooring". Other scholars suggest that the name may be linked to the deity "Ness", protector of waters.
History
The first traces of human presence in the territory of Nesso date back to the Neolithic Age, when an axe and an engraved stone were discovered. The first mention of the inhabited nucleus dates back to 951 and is part of a privilege granted to the Senator Monastery of Pavia by Berengario II d'Ivrea. In 1161, Federico Barbarossa confirmed this privilege.
The Nesso parish, a small rural church, was mentioned in a swapping act in the 11th century, but the real Christianization of Nesso took place later. In fact, the pastoral visit of Francesco Bonesana cites the ancient tradition according to which the parish of Santi Pietro e Paolo was founded by Ermagora and Fortunato d'Aquileia. It was only in 1062 that the Diocese of Como appointed the first bishop of Nesso, Rainaldo. His body was found under the floor of the ancient church where he used to reside. In 1095, Pope Urban II visited the municipality to pay homage to Rainaldo. The ten-year war of the 12th century saw Nesso aligning with the Milanese faction. The town was attacked and destroyed by the Como forces, including the Castello fortress.
Conclusions
Nesso is a municipality with an ancient history and incredible natural beauty. The Nesso Ravine waterfall is one of the most surprising wonders in the area. You can spend a few days in this charming municipality of Lake Como to enjoy the peace and tranquility of nature without sacrificing the culture and history of the place.
