They are really many things to do on Garda Lake we are talking about a very large area, more than 165 km of coastline with more than 30 countries that surround its shores. The Garda Lake spans three provinces: Trento, Verona and Brescia and offers its guests an array of holidays and various types of trips for each gender and age.
It is not only the beach and the lake, sun and walks on the lake, the Garda is rich in history and beautiful places, often very close to each other and all within easy reach if you know the roads, and if you have information on how to get.
There is the opportunity to visit more tourist destinations that offer every kind of entertainment, as well as quaint landscapes overlooking the lake offering beautiful beaches, corners of peace and nature, or decide to visit places rich in history and culture, between Castles, Villas , Museums and Churches.
Desenzano del Garda
Desenzano with its castle and the Roman Villa, the most important example in Northern Italy of the great “villae” late antiquity is one of the towns of Lake Garda most fashionable. Its rich central streets of shops and bars make it a great place to go shopping and spend time with friends.
Sirmione
Sirmione, enclosed within the walls of a castle Scaligero, has a whole historical charm: entering the city through the castle drawbridge, continue to the tip of the peninsula to visit the remains of the largest Roman villa in northern Italy, calls Catullo Caves. Ancient atmospheres and famous thermal baths make Sirmione one of the most romantic places in Garda Lake.
Manerba del Garda
Manerba is nestled in the green hills of the Valtenesi, which, with its magnificent farms offer the unforgettable Garda oil, D.O.C wines already appreciated by the Romans, horseback riding, restaurants from simple Mediterranean cuisine and beautiful Golf Course. The looming fortress called “Rocca di Manerba”, a massive hill overlooking the lake where you can see much of the Garda Lake and some of its islands, is popular for leisurely walks on horseback or bicycle through a Natural Park.
Salò
On the beautiful promenade of Salò, the height of the landing stage, they notice “The Church of San Pietro” and “the Palazzo del Podesta” testimony to the noble history of the city. Situated on an enchanting gulf at the foot of Mount S. Bartolomeo (m. 568), it is the “capital” of the Alto Garda Bresciano. The historic center, between Piazza Carmine, the “cleansing” and the lakefront, is a dense network of streets, alleys and squares with stately homes, elegant shops, restaurants and bars.
Peschiera del Garda
Peschiera del Garda is one of the original towns of the Garda Lake, it is completely surrounded by canals and overlooks the lake at the point where the waters of Garda Lake come emissary Mincio. The historic center of Peschiera del Garda is in fact bounded by walls which changed the natural course of the river.
Art and History
For those who love art and history, the Garda Lake offers a charming blast from the past: medieval villages collected by walls and towers, La Scaligeri and Venetian castles.
Sumptuous Villas, attended by kings and the scene of important historical events testify to the wealth and power in times of peace: in Gargnano the great “Palazzo Bettoni”, designed in the late seventeenth century, and “Il Vittoriale degli Italiani”, the monumental citadel was the residence of Gabriele d’Annunzio. Do not miss a visit to Sirmione to the remains of the Roman villa known as “Grotte di Catullo” and a boat tour to the island of Garda and visit the other wonders of the lake.
Amusement Parks
At Garda Lake you never get bored and thanks to its many amusement parks Lake Garda is one of the most popular holiday resorts.
Most of the parks fun is open from early May until the end of September, some remain open even throughout the year. The fun and entertainment are ensured by the numerous offers full time that allow children and adults to enjoy pleasant moments together: Gardaland, Movieland, Sea Life Aquarium, Canevaworld, Cavour Aquatic Park.
Natural Parks
The lake and its surroundings are a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers. There are possibilities to visit several nature parks and zoos near the lake, which have the purpose to safeguard the nature and various animal species, the site and from far away countries: Parco Giardino Sigurtà, Parco Zoo Safari Natura Viva, Giardino botanico Heller.
Sport and Free Time
Garda Lake and its territory are one of the most complete gyms for those who love active holidays and sports.
Ideal for windsurfing, sailing or canoeing, Garda Lake is also perfect for those who are engaged in pleasure boats, sport fishing or diving.
Even its immediate hinterland is an ideal vacation spot, with its rich variety of environments and modern equipment for cycling and horse-riding enthusiasts, for those who prefer tennis and golf and those who enjoy long walks in the green Hills or hiking in the surrounding mountains, which during the winter season also allow skiing.