The road from Zermatt, Switzerland, to Innsbruck, Austria, takes travelers through a small section of Italy.

Speesa, Italy, is a small resort community on the shores of Lake Magiorre. It is a favorite of Italians for holidays.

The good weather and the atmosphere also makes it a good place for school children (above, right) to gather for some informal learning.

Near Speesa is Chiavenna, Italy, a picturesque village with a strong mountain stream running through its middle (right).

The road from here into Austria is a steep and snaky one.

On to Austria and Innsbruck. >>>