Naboo Lake Retreat (Villa del Balbianello)
Naboo Lake Retreat (Villa del Balbianello) in Lenno, Italy is a filming location for Star Wars (1977). It appears on screen as Naboo Lake Country.
Location Names
Villa del Balbianello
Naboo Lake Country
About This Location
The romantic lakeside villa where Anakin and Padmé were secretly married, surrounded by stunning Italian gardens.
Featured In
Star Wars
Filming Details
Filming Period
Episode II (2000)
Areas Used
18th-century villa, terraced gardens overlooking Lake Como, loggia with lake views, wedding ceremony location
Detailed Scene Information
Production Notes & Behind-the-Scenes Details
Built in 1787 as monastery, National Trust of Italy since 1988, also featured in James Bond Casino Royale
• Director's commentary on location choice
• Cast interviews about filming here
• Technical challenges and solutions
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Location Details
Address
Via Guido Monzino, 1, 22016 Lenno CO, Italy
Lenno, Italy
Visiting Naboo Lake Retreat (Villa del Balbianello)
Opening Hours
March-October: 10:00 AM-6:00 PM, November-February: by appointment
Entry Fees
Villa and gardens: €22, Guided tour: €35, Wedding events: €5,000+
Accessibility
Accessible by boat or steep walking path, some stairs in villa
Travel Information
1 hour N of Milan, accessible by car, ferry, or guided tour from Como. Limited parking.
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Naboo Lake Retreat (Villa del Balbianello) Filming Locations
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