Italy is a big, beautiful country, full of art, history, and mind-blowing food. Its sun-drenched Mediterranean coasts in the south are gorgeous. But pull up a map. northern Italy borders Switzerland along the Pennine Alps and it’s simply one of the most scenic and interesting areas in Europe. So, if you’re looking for a way to fit a visit to Switzerland into your Italian vacation, it may be easier than you think with day trips from Lake Como to Switzerland.