2026

HABIT GOLF WEEK

Lake Como · Italy
24 – 29 May 2026 5 Nights 4 Rounds 2 Legendary Courses
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The Trip

Trip Overview

The Habit Golf Week is our annual tradition – great golf, outstanding food, and even better company across some of Europe’s finest courses. Now in its 11th edition, we’re heading to Lake Como.

DatesSun 24 May – Fri 29 May 2026
Duration5 nights, 4 rounds of golf
DestinationLake Como, Lombardy, Italy
HotelDBH – Boutique Hotel Lake Como
CoursesVilla d’Este GC
Menaggio & Cadenabbia GC

The Group

SingleValgerður
Couple 1Sigga & Sigurjón
Couple 2Sigrun & Martin

Rooms: 2 doubles + 1 single (3 rooms total)

11
Editions
5
Countries
24+
Courses
10
Years
1
Tradition
Since 2015

A Decade of Tradition

From the Swiss Alps to the Italian Lakes, from Austria to Bavaria – eleven years of fairways and friendships.

YearHotelGolf Courses
2015Maya Boutique Hotel, Nax 🇨🇭Crans Montana · Leuk · Villars
2016Gombit Hotel, Bergamo 🇮🇹Bergamo · Brianza
2017Boutique Hotel Imperial, Merano 🇮🇹Passeier · Petersberg · St. Vigil Seis
2018W Hotel Verbier 🇨🇭Evian · Crans Montana · Leuk
2019Sarotla Hotel, Brand 🇦🇹Brand bei Bludenz · Patriziale Ascona
2020— Covid—
2021— Covid—
2022Seven Boutique Hotel, Ascona 🇨🇭Gerre Losone · Patriziale Ascona
2023Boutique Hotel Adara, Lindau 🇩🇪Lindau Bad Schachen · Weissensberg
2024— Gap year—
2025Werdenfelserei Hotel, Garmisch 🇩🇪Iffeldorf · Garmisch
2026DBH Boutique Hotel, Como 🇮🇹Villa d’Este · Menaggio & Cadenabbia
The Courses

Golf Courses

Villa d'Este Golf Club fairway
Villa d'Este Golf Club course

Villa d’Este Golf Club

2 Rounds Est. 1926

One of Italy’s most prestigious and historic golf clubs, set among wooded hills near Lago di Montorfano. Designed by Peter Gannon in 1926, the course winds through chestnut, birch, and stone pine woods at an altitude of 450m in the sunny Brianza. The landscape has been compared to Scotland – and this centenary course is the centrepiece of our trip.

LocationVia per Cantù 13, 22030 Montorfano CO
Course18 holes, Par 69, 5,760 yards
Green Fee~€120 per person per round
ClosedTuesdays (our itinerary avoids this)
Phone+39 031 200200
From hotel~15 min drive
Official Website →
Menaggio & Cadenabbia Golf Club lake view
Menaggio & Cadenabbia Golf Club course

Menaggio & Cadenabbia Golf Club

2 Rounds Est. 1907

The second-oldest golf club in Italy, founded in 1907 by four English gentlemen on the western shore of Lake Como. Redesigned by John Harris in 1965, the course winds along the slopes of Monte Crocione with jaw-dropping panoramic views of the lake and the Dolomites. Narrow fairways and steep inclines make it a genuine challenge – and an absolute bucket-list course.

LocationVia Wyatt 54, 22017 Menaggio CO
Course18 holes, Par 70
Green Fee~€100–120 per person
FacilitiesDriving range, pro shop, restaurant, historic library
From hotel~35 min drive along the lake
Official Website →
Monticello Golf Club

Alternative: Monticello Golf Club

36 Holes

If we want to swap a round: 36 holes across two championship courses (Blue & Red). The Red has hosted seven Italian Opens. ~15 min from Como, ~€130 green fee. Private club, guests welcome on weekdays.

Official Website →
Where We Stay

DBH – Boutique Hotel Lake Como

A stylish 4-star boutique hotel in the absolute heart of Como – 200 metres from the lake and 70 metres from the Duomo.

DBH Boutique Hotel Como
DBH Boutique Hotel exterior
DBH Junior Suite
Category4-star boutique design hotel
AddressComo centro, 70m from Cathedral
Rooms14 rooms + 5 suites
AmenitiesRestaurant, bar, WiFi, A/C, room service
BreakfastBuffet, continental, or Italian
ParkingNearby public garages (staff assists)
To Villa d’Este GC~15 min drive
To Menaggio GC~35 min drive
To restaurants2–10 min walk
SoundproofingHigh-quality throughout
StyleContemporary design, refined
Look at DBH →

Rooms to book: 2 doubles + 1 single/small double · 5 nights (24–29 May)

Where We Eat

Restaurant Guide

A curated selection within walking or short driving distance of our hotel – from Michelin stars to beloved trattorias.

Fine Dining

Gatto Nero

Cernobbio · ~10 min drive

Legendary hilltop restaurant in an 18th-century villa. Candlelit dining, stunning lake views, classic Italian with refinement. Book well ahead.

Take a look →

Materia 1 Star

Cernobbio · ~10 min drive

Modern Italian with creative flair. Beautifully presented dishes, excellent sourdough. Surprisingly reasonable for the quality.

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Locanda Dei Giurati

Como centro · ~5 min walk

A welcoming address in the heart of Como’s old town, offering refined Italian cuisine in a warm, intimate setting. A great choice for an evening out without venturing far from the hotel.

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Lakeside & Trattoria

La Vignetta

Cernobbio · ~10 min drive

Warm atmosphere, excellent pasta and lake fish. Perfect for a relaxed evening after a day on the course.

Giardino

Cernobbio · ~10 min drive

Italian cuisine with garden dining. Fresh local ingredients and a welcoming vibe.

Ristorante Sociale

Como centro · ~5 min walk

A Como institution. Traditional Lombard cooking, no-frills, excellent value. Popular with locals.

Osteria del Gallo

Como centro · ~5 min walk

Charming osteria in the old town. Lake fish, risotto, seasonal dishes. Intimate and perfect for a group dinner.

Trattoria del Vapore

Cernobbio · ~10 min drive

Traditional trattoria near the lakefront. Home-style cooking, generous portions, friendly service.

Feel Como

Como lakefront · ~8 min walk

Modern lakeside dining with panoramic views. Contemporary Italian menu, creative cocktails. Great for a first-night aperitivo.

The Plan

Day-by-Day Itinerary

⚠️ The itinerary below is not 100% fixed yet and may still change.

Day 1 – Sunday, 24 May · Arrival

MorningDrive from Zürich to Como (~3 hours via A2 / Gotthard)
AfternoonCheck in at DBH. Stroll through Como’s old town, espresso on Piazza Cavour.
EveningWelcome dinner at Feel Como or Ristorante Sociale

Day 2 – Monday, 25 May · Golf Day 1

09:00Tee off at Villa d’Este Golf Club (~15 min drive)
AfternoonLunch at the clubhouse or back in Como
EveningDinner at Gatto Nero, Cernobbio – the hilltop legend

Day 3 – Tuesday, 26 May · Golf Day 2

09:00Scenic drive to Menaggio & Cadenabbia GC (~35 min)
AfternoonLunch in Menaggio village. Optional stop in Bellagio.
EveningDinner at Materia (1 Michelin star, Cernobbio)

Day 4 – Wednesday, 27 May · Golf Day 3

09:00Second round at Villa d’Este Golf Club
AfternoonFree time. Boat ride on the lake, wander Cernobbio, or relax.
EveningDinner TBD – suggestions welcome!

Day 5 – Thursday, 28 May · Golf Day 4

09:00Second round at Menaggio & Cadenabbia GC
AfternoonFunicular to Brunate for panoramic views. Final lake time.
EveningFarewell dinner at Osteria del Gallo or La Vignetta.

Day 6 – Friday, 29 May · Departure

MorningLeisurely breakfast at DBH. Pack up.
Late AMDrive back to Zürich (~3 hours). Home by early afternoon.
Good to Know

Practical Information

Getting There

By car (recommended): Zürich to Como is ~220 km / 3 hours via the A2 and Gotthard Tunnel. Route: Zug → Schwyz → Lake Lucerne → Gotthard → Ticino → Lombardy.

Vignette: CHF 40 (Swiss motorway)

Scenic alt: Gotthard Pass with a stop in Andermatt.

Parking in Como: DBH has no on-site parking. Nearby Autosilo Centro (~5 min walk) is recommended.

Weather in Late May

Highs22–25°C
Lows13–15°C
Sunshine~13 hours per day
RainPossible afternoon showers
PackLayers, sunscreen, light rain jacket

Important Notes

  • Villa d’Este GC is closed on Tuesdays – we play there on Monday and Wednesday.
  • The Golf Club “Villa d’Este” (Montorfano) is not the Grand Hotel Villa d’Este (Cernobbio) – they are ~12 km apart.
  • Green fees: 2× ~€120 (Villa d’Este) + 2× ~€110 (Menaggio) = ~€460 per person for 4 rounds.
  • Book tee times ASAP – May is peak season at both clubs.
  • Restaurant reservations essential for Gatto Nero and Materia.
  • Menaggio & Cadenabbia has one of the world’s most precious golf libraries – worth a visit.

✈️ Flying in from Iceland

Strongly recommended: fly into Zürich (ZRH). This is by far the easiest option – it puts you directly with the Swiss contingent for the shared drive to Como (~3 hours). Icelandair and other carriers fly Reykjavík (KEF) → Zürich with good frequency in May.

Best airportZürich (ZRH) — direct drive to Como, join the group convoy
AlternativeMilan Malpensa (MXP) — ~1 h drive to Como, no direct flights from KEF
Avoid if possibleBergamo (BGY) — see note below

If you do land at Bergamo (BGY): Bergamo Orio al Serio airport is ~55 km from Como. Options from the airport: take the FlixBus or Autostradale coach direct to Como San Giovanni station (~1 h, ~€10), or grab a taxi/rideshare (~45 min, ~€70–90). There is no convenient train connection. Note that Bergamo involves an extra leg vs. flying into ZRH – factor in the added time and cost.

Estimated Budget per Person

Green Fees~€460 (4 rounds)
Hotel~€1,600 (5 nights)
Dining~€400–600 (5 evenings + lunches)
Transport~€60–120 (fuel, tolls, parking – shared)
Total~€2,520 – 2,780

Quick Links

Villa d’Este GC → Book Tee Times → Menaggio GC → DBH Hotel → Gatto Nero → Materia →