Malgrate

Malgrate is a comune in Lombardy, northern Italy. It is part of the Province of Lecco and lies on the eastern shore of Lake Como, opposite the city of Lecco. The town is connected to Lecco by a road bridge and features a lakeside promenade that runs along the water, offering views of the lake and the surrounding hills.

Geographically, Malgrate sits in a lakefront area where flat, developed space meets the rising hills behind it. The landscape provides scenic vantage points toward the Alps and makes the town a residential and recreational area for residents and visitors alike.

Historically, the area has evidence of settlement dating back to antiquity and developed in the Middle Ages as part of Lecco’s broader sphere of influence. In the modern era, Malgrate saw growth driven by small-scale industry, crafts, and, in more recent decades, tourism and services associated with Lake Como’s popularity.

Demographically and administratively, the municipality has a population in the low thousands and covers a modest area. It is governed by a mayor and council, in line with Italian municipal structures.

Economy and culture in Malgrate are characterized by a residential base supported by local services, small businesses, and some light industry, with tourism tied to lakefront leisure and scenic viewpoints. The town offers a waterfront promenade, hillside residences, and access to outdoor activities such as hiking and cycling. Local life includes religious and cultural festivals and markets, reflecting its community-oriented character and its role as a commuter-friendly suburb of Lecco.