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Bardolino, Lake Garda
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Garda, Lake Garda
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Garda, Lake Garda
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Italian
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+1hr
£4.30
£53.80
2.5hrs
Stretching between the Alps and the Dolomites, the imposing mountain backdrop frames the lake and is the perfect playground for outdoorsy types. Hiking, mountain biking, cycling and water sports are all popular activities. There’s even a cycle track spanning the entire lake being built! Don’t miss a ride on the funicular from Malcesine to the top of Monte Baldo for breathtaking views of the lake.
One of the best bits of Lake Garda is exploring the picturesque towns that dot the scenic shoreline. Spend your days village-hopping – you can take the bus or visit by boat. Why not take a leisurely stroll around the cobbled streets of Peschiera or head to Sirmione to discover its 13th century castle? Keep an eye out for the weekday market that tours around, popping up at a different resort every day!
The rolling hills to the east produce the famous full-bodied wines, Bardolino and Valpolicella. This region flourishes with olive groves and fragrant lemon orchards. Be sure to dine al fresco in Limone and sample delicious dishes made with fresh local produce for a true taste of la dolce vita.
This handsome town is a colourful fishing village and a great base for getting around the region.
Shops, cafés and trattorias aplenty can be found within Peschiera’s medieval walls, so leave no historic stone unturned.
Malcesine’s harbourside is the perfect place to linger over a glass of something cold as you watch the world glide by.
A picturesque village with an old fortress and bustling piazzas full of local life await you on a Riva holiday. =
Full of old-world charm with a lush lakeside promenade, botanical gardens and pretty piazza, the Gardone Riviera is another perfect puzzle piece of the region.
Old fishermen’s houses and lemon groves give this town a laid-back Mediterranean vibe.
Renowned for its grape growing on vast vineyards up in the hills, Bardolino is filled with pretty pastel houses adorning the docks of moored boats as well as endless wine tasting opportunities.
Snuggled away on Lake Garda’s south-east coast and just 15km west of Verona, Castelnuovo is in a great location for an idyllic Italian escape.
Classic old villas, cathedrals and a glitzy marina all flank the lakeside in Desenzano.
Sitting pretty at the south-eastern end of the lake, Lazise is as lovely as they come.
This quaint little town sits on a steep hill above the lake and has the look and feel of an alpine village thanks to its rows of evergreens, chalet-style houses and wrap-around mountains.
Pozzolengo is one of the largest towns on Lake Garda and is rich with stunning vineyards and vast fields.
Many of the beaches around Lake Garda are pebbled, but you’ll find a few sought-after sandy spots. Sirmione is the place to be for crystal-clear waters with plenty of space for lounging, while wherever you go, mountain-fringed bays and coves will offer the perfect postcard scenes.
See all beaches (21)For a bit of Italian culture, there are beautiful old villas, quaint ruin buildings, old castle walls, botanical gardens, and some knockout Renaissance features. It’s a charming playground for history-seekers. There are even various museums housing vintage collections around certain winding streets, so keep your eyes peeled.
See all sights (41)If you’re heading off with your family, you can’t beat an outing to the fun-packed Gardaland theme park. For a more serene Italy holiday, take a boat trip, play a spot of golf or enjoy a day trip to the romantic city of Verona. Don’t miss out on meandering around the lemon groves of Limone too.
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Lake Garda
The most popular choice is fish, fresh from the lake. Try grilled sardines drizzled in heavenly olive oil with a side of polenta, all washed down with a local wine. Make a reservation somewhere magical in summer, or find yourself a chilled-out restaurant and feast like a local.
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Malcesine, Lake Garda
From cute souvenir shops in Riva to stylish boutiques in Sirmione, there’s a variety of retail therapy on your Lake Garda holiday. Browse the weekly markets to pick up local produce, clothes and leather goods at bargain prices. Shopping centres and outlets are pretty big in the surrounding area as well.
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Desenzano, Lake Garda
The nights are typically relaxed and easy-going here. Spend balmy evenings watching the sunset with a glass of wine in hand. Head to Bardolino for a cosmopolitan crowd and take a gentle saunter around the chic bars, or keep it simple and go in search of casual pubs and watering holes.
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Bardolino, Lake Garda
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