only be reached by walking from the small village of Cure. The fortress Martinengo can be reached from Menzino. It was built in the 15th century by the Oldofredi family and enlarged in the 16th century by Martinengo. After a long period of neglect, it has been renovated in an elegant residence by the architect Vittorio Faglia. In 1497 Catherine Cornaro, queen of Cyprus, sojourned here for a short stay. Transportation Monte Isola can be reached through a network of ferry connection with regular schedules. Driving restrictions are currently enforced, with mopeds and bicycles only allowed on the island. An extensive grid of dedicated bike lanes and hiking trails span all over the island, reaching the peaceful fishing villages with lakeside cafés and the Madonna della Ceriola chapel, nested near the summit of the island. A circular trail of almost allows a complete tour of Monte Isola. Photogallery References External links Monte Isola official website Awarded "EDEN - European Destinations of Excellence" non traditional tourist destination 2010 Website of the Santa Croce di Carzano festival Cities and towns in Lombardy Islands of Lombardy Lake islands of Italy