A4 Autostrada Brescia-Padova informs that due to the construction work for the High Speed/High Capacity Milan-Venice line the Peschiera del Garda toll booth has been closed from Friday 10 January to Wednesday 5 February 2025 The closure will follow several phases as follows: and subsequently in accordance with the gradual reopenings travelers will be able to use the Sommacampagna or Sirmione toll booths as an alternative Below are the alternative routes recommended from A4 Autostrada Brescia-Padova and the relative distances: Sirmione toll booth – Peschiera del Garda Sommacampagna toll booth – Peschiera del Garda Travelers will be accompanied by special signs along the alternative routes identified with the aim of allowing traffic flow to resume the motorway route with the least inconvenience and with the least safety risks The complete news from A4 Autostrada Brescia-Padova Go to the Municipality website here’s our pick of the best hotels in Lake Garda Alternatively, browse our edit of the best hotels in Lake Como to plan the perfect trip to the Italian lakes How we choose the best hotels in Lake Garda They're set in a wing of the prestigious Officers' Pavilion which was built in 1856 in neoclassical style It’s one of Peschiera del Garda’s iconic landmarks and sleeping here is like stepping back in time to when the Austro-Hungarian empire ruled over northern Italy The ‘Pavillon’ is where colonial Habsburg officers and their families resided All suites come with a panoramic balcony overlooking the lake and the property's internal garden The imposing brick and stone structure has been recently restored and made over all while maintaining original architectural elements: vaults Located in the heart of Peschiera del Garda this refined building offers breathtaking lake-front terrace views Art Nouveau pieces scattered between the lobby and the rooms and a modern café restaurant that serves traditional local cuisine with experimental twists Price: From about €400 per nightAddress: Piazzale della Serenissima 5 Price: From about €250 per nightAddress: Via Mantova 13 The most recent new addition is Villa Remo which has 12 suites of up to 47 square-meters spread on 4 floors The great thing about Villa Remo is the sunlight that streams into the rooms throughout the entire day with parquet flooring and floor-to-ceiling sliding windows It has an impressive 29 square-meter private terrace where you can enjoy a refreshing glass of wine as aperitif just before dinner An infinity ‘sky pool’ overlooking the pristine hills and lake The family-run terrace restaurant prepares traditional homemade delicacies and specialises in fish For guests exploring Lake Garda on taxi boats or dinghies and surrounded by olive groves and fruit orchards with monk cells transforming into elegant suites with original frescoed walls and vaulted ceilings you can take supper on the terrace with views of the lake soak up the sun by the infinity pool or explore the wider area via an arranged excursion – the hotel has its own seven-seater Riva Aquarama Special motorboat available for private use Address: Via Navelli, 2, 25087 Salò BS, Italy history – it was once home to Mussolini and his family – which can still be seen from the preserved frescoes stone columns and an elegant courtyard garden Each of the 20 rooms is uniquely decorated with antique furniture and ornate objects while the restaurant offers the option to take supper in the private dining rooms or outside on the pergola The lakeside views are framed by olive groves creating an ideal opportunity for an unplugged stay in a sleepy town on the outskirts of Gargnano offers plenty of peace and silence while still being close to Lake Garda's top highlights Address: Via Rimembranza, 38, 25084 Gargnano BS, Italy As a former 1500s inn where pilgrims and travellers rested overnight the place is packed with history – previous guests include Napoleon and Winston Churchill Thanks to its enviable location on Punta San Vigilio all rooms have stunning panoramic views and balconies suspended above the gentle waves The dining room features a spectacular loggia with lovely lake vistas Address: Punta S. Vigilio, 37016 Garda VR, Italy close to the healing thermal baths loved by the Ancient Romans Aqva is postcard-pretty with minimalist blue glass and white stone architecture reflecting in the water This unique lakefront location is a prized spot for just a handful of guests – there are only 18 rooms within the adults-only hotel all crisp with modern and minimalist decor The sleek details spill into the communal areas with travertine floors and artworks displayed in the corridors There's direct water access from the hotel’s hotel’s pier making it ideal for a guided boat tour or a reinvigorating morning swim Address: Via XXV Aprile, 4, 25019 Sirmione BS, Italy housed in a former lavish hunting lodge initially built in the 1800s for the Austrian imperial family the location is a standout – right on the lake and surrounded by a botanical park There’s even a tiny private beach lined with cabanas and sun beds Suites have a neoclassical style reminiscent of the glamour of bygone imperial days The hotel has three restaurants serving Mediterranean and Italian dishes – don’t miss the tasting menus at Il Pascatore for a standout supper including dishes like risotto with duck ragout and hazelnut butter ice cream for pudding Address: Corso Giuseppe Zanardelli, 190, 25083 Gardone Riviera BS, Italy this architectural bolthole is designed to mirror the surrounding vineyards There are no brick walls across the six eco-friendly suites floor-to-ceiling glass windows flood the spacious suites with natural light organic fabrics and cube-like four posters create a warm ambience which enjoys the morning sun and has direct access to the vineyard via the garden The hotel is committed to a green philosophy with much of the power generated from geothermal energy and solar panels while the onsite pizza restaurant serves exclusively locally sourced ingredients and regional wines Address: Via Gobbi Epifanio, 30, 38062 Arco TN, Italy is inspired by the traditional tiered lemon houses of Lake Garda with stone pillars supported by wooden beams Suites make the most of the views overlooking Lake Garda via floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows while interiors are a serene mix of natural fabrics The isolated spot lends itself to creating a wellness haven – choose from an array of health programmes in the spa designed to help with stress The restaurants here are equally health focussed focusing on natural local ingredients and Mediterranean cuisine Address: Via Angelo Feltrinelli, 136, 25084 Gargnano BS, Italy Built in the 1600s as a private residence for aristocratic families the villa later became a hotspot for European royalty who flocked here to holiday from works of art on the walls to shining Murano chandeliers and frescoes on the ceilings as well as a grand staircase and a mosaic-decorated park full of ancient statues The outside grounds are equally pleasing to the eye from the manicured gardens to the lemon-yellow poolside lounges and umbrellas The hotel is also home to two elegant restaurants a cosy bar with a garden terrace and a cracking wine cellar with over 600 labels Address: Località Cordevigo, 1, 37010 Cavaion veronese VR, Italy Please enable JS and disable any ad blocker ShareSaveCommentLifestyleTravelItaly’s Lake Garda Is Fining Tourists Up To $700—Here Are The Rules To KnowByRebecca Ann Hughes Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights 09:48am EDTShareSaveCommentFrom ball games on the beach to wearing swimming costumes around town Tourists flock to Lake Garda in summer for the laidback lakeside lifestyle But there are several regulations visitors should be aware of to avoid costly fines local media reported that hundreds of people were slapped with fines for disrespectful behavior From ball games on the beach to wearing swimming costumes around town Sirmione is one of the most visited places on the lake thanks to its flower-adorned town center and thermal water But be careful how you access the historic center Both cars and bicycles are banned from the area The only exception is for residents and hotel guests Taking a dip without a swimsuit is a bad idea at Lake Garda Authorities have also prohibited football and other games that involve running or “throwing objects.” Fines for transgressors range between €100 ($110) and €600 ($660) The town of Limone has become so frustrated by tourists stringing their wet clothes across balconies that they’ve imposed some rules Laundry must not be strung outside windows on balconies or on terraces in the old town Those who break the rules face penalties of up to €500 ($550) The locality of Torri del Benaco takes this rule one step further and prohibits dogs in the water if other bathers are nearby Don’t think you can just wander around in beach attire Men are forbidden to go around without a shirt on while women cannot be dressed only in swimming costumes If you’re thinking of throwing a party along the shores of Lake Garda graduation celebrations and bachelor or bachelorette parties are banned you face a fine between €50 ($55) and €500 ($550) and any party-related “objects” may be confiscated This work, 40 Miles in 12 Hours: Walking to Honor World War II Valor of Col. William Darby and 10th Mountain Division, by James Brooks, identified by DVIDS, must comply with the restrictions shown on https://www.dvidshub.net/about/copyright Here’s your ultimate adventure planner for northern Italy An extreme mountain bike trek in the Dolomites is one of many adventures travelers find in northern Italy If your trip style leans more to the rugged and remote well-traveled Italy might not be your first choice But the Dolomites region in the country’s north surprises with an adrenalized beauty even the most adventurous travelers crave Here’s an action-packed itinerary for the region—reported by a seasoned adventure traveler—that takes in the towering Dolomites, the hills of Valdobbiadene, artful Venice all while sampling prosecco and meeting some of northern Italy’s most dedicated craftspeople The 75-mile Alta Via 1 is among the most popular hiking trails in the Dolomites The stretch around the Passo Falzarego (nearly 7,000 feet in elevation) is a thrilling walking path My focus is on climbing a thousand feet straight up on Ra Bujela a via ferrata that starts near the top of the women’s World Cup downhill run at Cortina or “iron paths,” are climbing routes that World War I soldiers built by pounding iron-runged stairs into the rock in order to climb otherwise impassable peaks The historical routes are so popular with recreational climbers that ski resorts and mountaineering associations across the Dolomites continue to build new ones Related: See stunning photos of hikers on via ferratas in the Dolomites. I’m with Carlo Cosi, a professional mountaineering guide originally from Padua. He’s climbed all over the world, earning a nomination for the Piolets d’Or But it’s the Dolomites that Cosi loves best My group of three is roped together as an extra safety measure in addition to being connected individually via two carabiners that fasten our harnesses to the cable route We climb the first pitch straight up a vertical wall to a narrow footbridge suspended between two pinnacles The reliable footholds and ever present cable give rusty climbers like me an opportunity to once again feel the exhilaration of summiting otherwise unreachable heights “The nice thing about the Dolomites,” Cosi says Where to stay: Cristallo Resort & Spa built in 1901 with views of the Tofane mountain range Where to eat: El Brite de Larieto a quaint rifugio (shelter) in the middle of a cow pasture in Cortina d’Ampezzo Where to find guides: Dolomite Mountains Agustina Lagos Marmol’s team of climbing experts organizing customizable outings The 31-mile Prosecco Road connects the two wine-producing regions of Valdobbiadene and Conegliano.Photograph by ANTONELLO NADDEOMountain biking in Alta BadiaI’m only 16 miles northwest of Cortina, in the world of South Tyrol, an enclave of Austria before it was annexed to Italy after World War I Here 70 percent of the residents speak German a language from a culture that has existed in these valleys in South Tyrol for 2,000 years our mountain biking guide and a former ski racer for the Italian national team is one of 30,000 Ladin people who remain here Just below the plateau sits Piz Arlara a rifugio with a deck facing the Sella Ronda drinking lemony radlers (similar to shandies) and soaking in the view before riding the flow trail down to the base of the mountain I ask Thaler if the crosses at nearly every summit are World War I memorials “they’re a sign that we’re closer to God.” at about the halfway point along the Prosecco Road have long grown grapes that go into producing Italy’s most popular wine but the residents still love their Italian wines which owns the Hotel La Perla in the village of Corvara has one of Europe’s largest collections of Sassicaia features a 24,000-bottle wine cellar that specializes in biodynamic small-batch varietals During the wine tasting in the hotel’s cellar restaurant I’m not surprised to find that my favorite is a 2005 Barolo produced in Piedmont the varietal is “the king of Italian wines,” according to Jan Clemens Where to stay: Hotel Ciasa Salares, in San Cassiano, a third-generation family-owned hotel with an outdoor garden and mini zipline; Hotel La Perla a classically elegant Ladin lodge with five restaurants Where to Eat: Rifugio Gardenacia an idyllic mountain lodge in the Puez-Geisler/Puez-Odle nature park Restaurants along the Prosecco Road include La Locanda which serves sopressa (salami) with chestnuts Bisol Winery crafts five varieties of Prosecco Superiore thanks in part to its aesthetically pleasing checkerboard landscape an 18th-century palace converted to a five-star hotel in the village of Follina Villa Abbazia also houses the only Michelin-starred restaurant in the region whimsical five-course meal that included trout marinated with citrus fruits for the entrée and ended with tiramisu—the same recipe Zanon’s family has used since 1955—and too much grappa Zanon’s cycling-fanatic side has taken over and he’s riding with me on a route of his design that climbs 1,600 feet through jasmine-scented hills We stop every few miles to eat and drink with Zanon’s friends At Pasticceria Villa dei Cedri I try the traditional southern Italian cream puff translates to “nuns’ breasts.” Despite this reminder that Italy is slightly behind the curve in #MeToo political correctness it’s a luscious treat that pairs well with espresso It fuels me for our final climb to the new tasting room at Garbara winery smooth prosecco known for having very low levels of residual sugar We sip it while overlooking the verdant vine-covered hills Where to stay: Hotel Villa Abbazia an eclectic estate in Follina with a Michelin-starred restaurant Where to find guides: Italy Cycling Tour Alessandro Da Re and partners’ outfit offering high-quality bikes and charming experts Saverio Pastor is one of five remèri, or oar craftsmen, left in Venice. The walls of his shop, Le Fórcole and the floor space is filled with oarlocks which spans a canal from the marble-clad Doge’s Palace proves that the beauty of Venice quickens the pulse as much as any outdoor excursion The stop at Pastor’s shop is just one of many on a walking tour I’ve arranged with Luca Zaggia in an effort to further understand Venetians’ intricate relationship with water a scholar and expert on Venice’s boating history “Coastal morphology is the main issue in Venice especially the impact of large boats,” Zaggia tells me as we walk cobblestoned streets infamously sagging under the effects of overtourism An estimated 20-million-plus tourists visit annually while the resident population of 55,000 shrinks by the year I wrongly assume that the monster cruise ship I saw being tugged through the canal yesterday is the worst offender “Cruise ships often create less damage than cargo ships,” he says He adds that while cruise ships are far from ideal vessels for Venice one of the best ways for tourists to mitigate further damage is to avoid taking private Their waves cause more erosion than slower moving ferries the town of Salò was originally founded by the Romans Lake Garda, Italy’s largest Lake, stretches 30 miles long and 10 miles wide.Photographs by Simon BrayAt Squero San Travaso owner Lorenzo Della Toffola is building a wooden gondola spine under the bright sun It will take him 500 hours to complete one boat “Gondolas have big problems,” Caniato says explaining that because of rising water levels the boats no longer fit under the bridges during high-water peaks and have to be modified Our final stop is a 15th-century boatyard that houses the private association Arzaná the largest collection of fórcole in the world and one of the association’s 50 period boats Where to stay: Hotel Casa Verardo a three-star hotel in a 17th-century palace located down a quiet alley in Venice Where to eat: Ristorante Al Giardinetto da Severino a traditional Venetian restaurant run by the same family since 1949 Where to find guides: Context Travel Tours a decades’ old company with scholars leading tours on many topics Reliable winds make Lake Garda a top spot for windsurfers.Photograph by Rasmus Kaessmann PhotographyThe town of Peschiera del Garda sits on the southern tip where the lake flows into the Mincio River Thanks to George Clooney and his passion for Lake Como The northern third of 143-square-mile Lake Garda is off-limits to private powerboats and sailors because the winds whip up like clockwork and hold steady for hours A Flying Phantom catches wind on Lake Garda with international competitions held throughout the year Visitors can pick up skills at lakeside sailing schools.Photograph by Martina T B/Created for Team MasterlanLake Garda’s two main winds are the Pelér and the Ora blows off the mountains and is known as the “good-weather wind,” creating sets of small waves that are ideal for beginning windsurfers and kitesurfers Sure enough, this morning the lake was glassy enough to paddle stand-up boards to the other side, but it’s 2 p.m. and the winds have picked up. It’s time to go fast on the catamaran. My sailing instructor, Ivan Pastor, of Sailing Du Lac the lakeside windsurfing and sailing school at the Hotel Du Lac et Du Parc We sail until we reach a part of the lake farther south devoid of ripping windsurfers and single-masted Optimists “The most important thing with sailing is learning how to read the wind,” Pastor tells me but I’m in the weeds trying to wrap my brain around the counterintuitive way I have to push the rudder away from me while simultaneously uncleating the sheet as I’m going about my sailor’s muscle memory returns enough for me to steer the boat downwind laughing out loud and clipping along at a pace that feels dangerously close to flying Where to stay: Hotel Du Lac et Du Parc Grand Resort a property with sprawling gardens near palm tree-lined Riva del Garda Where to find guides: Segnana Watersports, offering several days of sailing lessons. 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included in the UNESCO world heritage list since XNUMX - the pentagonal shape still visible today Peschiera has many reasons to attract visitors pleinair traveller In addition to the beautiful rooms within the walls the long walks on the shores of the lake or the boat trips there is an extraordinary cycle path which follows the banks of the Mincio reaching up to Mantua turn left and go down a narrow dirt road that runs alongside the long defensive canal of the bastions The signs indicate the beginning of the Mantua-Peschiera cycle route an integral part of the Eurovelo 7 axis that connects the North Cape to Malta you reach the town of Pozzolo after about twenty kilometres Following the course of the river you cycle almost continuously in the territory of Mincio Regional Park, which includes the cycle path almost for its entire route After a few hundred meters the sign for is visible on the right Fort Ardietti This is one of the fourteen constructions commissioned by Marshal Radetzky to strengthen the Austrian defensive quadrilateral of which Peschiera was part: an architectural masterpiece which can be visited thanks to the passion and commitment of a group of volunteers After the thermoelectric power plant the route moves to the left bank crossing the Salionze dam bridge which has the function of regulating the level of Lake Garda and the water flow of the Mincio At this point the river is flanked by the Virgilio canal a significant hydraulic structure built in the early 1930s in order to collect the water necessary for irrigation of the countryside south-west of the lake mallards and coots are at home along the river while nearby In spring this splendid strip of land offers the lush and varied flowering of many spontaneous essences: cycling under a canopy of white and fragrant clusters of acacia flowers is certainly an exciting experience The different varieties of poplars also put on a show with snowfalls of fluff flying in the air to help spread the seeds Not to be outdone are the undergrowth and grassy edges The route continues with the silhouette of the church of San Michele Arcangelo as a reference in the distance which dominates the course of the Mincio from right bank a location that is excellent as a base for a stopover thanks to the presence of aequipped area managed by the local camper association. In addition to church of San Michele the medieval castle built in a dominant position over the Mincio valley also known as church of the Discipline The surrounding moraine hills preserve natural environments of great botanical value - characterized by peat bogs fountains and uncultivated meadows - which have allowed the maintenance of a high degree of biodiversity from typical species of Alpine flora to precious varieties of wild orchids The mild climate and the good exposure of the hillsides have favored the development of fine vineyards and the establishment of Mediterranean plants such as olive and almond trees with a detour - by bike or by camper if you want - you reach the small fortified village of Castellaro Lagusello crossing hilly landscapes with mixed groves of downy oaks our bike itinerary continues on the left bank alongside cultivated fields and farms until the crenellated towers of the Scaliger castle of Valeggio Here you cross the river thanks to the imposing Visconti Bridge built at the end of the 14th century by order of Gian Galeazzo Visconti served as a dam and allowed the flow of water to be controlled At the same time it carried out an important defensive function between the Duchy of Milan and the Scala dominions of Verona: the large access towers were equipped with doors with drawbridges and guard posts From the bridge you can admire the small and ancient nucleus of Borghetto characterized by water mills which for centuries have ground cereals using the current; many of them have been transformed into cafes Inserted in the circuit of the most beautiful villages in Italy the town invites you to take a refreshing break while tasting local dishes such as handmade tortellini and pike in sauce From spring to late autumn the neighbor Sigurtà Garden It attracts thousands of visitors with its magnificent blooms Beyond Borghetto the cycle path continues on the left bank Some stretches of the banks are corners in their natural state where poplars and willows have been joined by hawthorn with the spectacle of the continuous changing colors of the leaves See this content on Instagram A post shared by Pleinairclub (@pleinairclub_) you reach the Kiosk of the Mills, an appreciable one excellently managed rest point which constitutes a good refreshment point and is able to provide technical assistance to bicycles a deviation of the cycle path allows you to arrive after about five kilometers and overcoming a small difference in altitude contains within it a castle and Palazzo Gonzaga a country residence built in the mid-15th century by Ludwig II for his wife Barbara of Brandenburg The historic building - now home to the town hall - can be visited together with the Italian gardens which annually host The churchyard of the parish church is an extraordinary balcony on the last moraine hills and offers a beautiful view of the Mantua plain Returning to the Chiosco dei Mulini and pedaling for a couple more kilometers you reach the town of Pozzolo the finish line of the itinerary proposed by us Those who still have time and energy can continue along the river for about another twenty kilometers up to Mantua touching other interesting historical-naturalistic stages including the Bosco Fontana Bioenergetic Nature Reserve , Mincio Valleys Regional Reserve. Enjoying one of the most popular cycle routes in the North-East at a slow pace You can read all PleinAir itineraries in Lombardy and Veneto in the digital magazine on your PC, tablet or smartphone. 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Hailstones "the size of golf balls" have rained down on Italy’s Lake Garda damaging property and forcing tourists to hide out in hotels Videos showing the massive hailstones falling on the town of Peschiera del Garda went viral on social media overnight told Newstalk the weather has alternated from "heavy heat" to "strong winds and heavy rain" since he arrived "We've had at least one weather event every day," he said "It comes really quickly and then disappears very it started to rain and then just hailstones like I've never seen before "They were phenomenal – the size of your fist." "I've never seen anything like that before; the damage was phenomenal.” Hailstones "the size of your fist" have rained down on Italy’s Lake Garda, damaging property and forcing tourists to hide out in hotels. pic.twitter.com/8O4fX4PhC7 — NewstalkFM (@NewstalkFM) July 25, 2023 Mr Dunne said he was in a local bar when the thunderstorm began last night – as a 20-minute "fork lighting" storm lit up the small resort town before the hailstorm began "I've never seen anything like that before and the amount of damage done was phenomenal," he said and all the cars that were parked around the hotel were completely damaged." Mr Dunne said the heavy-duty plastic chairs on his balcony were cracked in half when we were just sitting in the hotel after the hailstorm I'd say at least 10 ambulances over the course of maybe five Lauren Whelan and Gráinne Smyth from Clare told Newstalk they were "stuck inside a restaurant" for two hours when the storm came over Peschiera trying to pin down all the canopies and everything under chairs – it started raining through the roof," Ms Whelan said and then there was another one and another one My Apple Watch told me I was in too loud of an environment." "There were ambulances and fire brigades going past us" we were climbing over dirt with all the branches." While locals in Peschiera are used to the area's "tropical climate" Mr Dunne said the town was shocked by the extreme weather "One of the managers in the hotel and one of the guys that was in the bar that we took refuge in said this year was crazy," he said "These hailstones were certainly something that was not the norm "I've never seen so many Ferraris in my life I just hope they were all in garages because they're in bits otherwise." Ms Smyth said she believed the hailstones were a first for Peschiera "All the locals were out taking pictures and videos," she said "When the thunder was going off last night the whole apartment was shaking – the windows but his flight remains delayed as the tropical weather continues they came like a tropical storm – really hot before it I wouldn't say it impacted our holiday – it made it interesting for sure Developed by Square1 A German initiative would enshrine rule-of-law conditionality in all EU budget payments—while preventing sovereigntist governments from protecting states punished for non-compliance Official relations with the Taliban would only come about if the group meets specific conditions The British economy has been largely unaffected by its exit from the European Union That is not to say there will not be other repercussions; there is an ongoing debate about the future of the financial industry in London with the implication that the British capital may lose its status as a global hub for the financial industry “Africa in Peschiera”—such was the motto of a migrant mob consisting mostly of young men from North Africa that terrorized several towns around Lake Garda including the popular vacation destination Peschiera del Garda on June 2nd The mob arranged to meet via TikTok for a dance and music party on the beach with most of the men arriving from Veneto and Lombardy But very soon the heated atmosphere escalated assaults against residents and tourists occurred Ho montato una raccolta dei video che ho trovato su TikTok e Instagram che documentano i disordini e gli atti vandalici avvenuti a Peschiera del Garda. Fatelo girare. #PeschieraDelGarda pic.twitter.com/PoypaxQ3Qs which she had asked for help to prevent the escalation Already on the train to Peschiera, young women were sexually harassed A group of 16- and 17-year-old teenage girls was surrounded and taunted by a group of about 30 men: “We were surrounded and some of us fainted,” said one of the victims She also said she was being sexually assaulted while trying to move to a different train car and was told “white women don’t go up here.” Even though the train was filled with passengers no one intervened to stop the assault until one boy came to the rescue of the victims and helped them get off at the next stop On TikTok, one participant with a Moroccan flag called for the riots to continue in the seaside resort of Riccione near Rimini: “Peschiera was just to warm up—let’s see how it goes in Riccione.” This time In Italy, the incident brought back memories of the sexual assaults on New Year’s Eve in Milan which also involved mostly young migrant men and sparked a renewed debate about integration called for harsh consequences against the perpetrators: “the idea must not pass that events like these can become ordinary or even worse We have never even adapted to the fact of putting alarms in the house and thinking of closing ourselves inside Former interior minister and leader of the Lega even if that meant lowering the age of criminal responsibility as well as the expulsion of those unwilling to integrate: “if you don’t feel comfortable in Italy I’m very much a four - five star all-inclusive kind of woman I have two small children (aged six and two) I have – seemingly – signed up to decide every single meal that gets made and eaten at home when it comes to holidays I want to r-e-l-a-x once my little boy hit school age it became clear that there’s no way the four of us can go on a sun-soaked holiday during the scandalously spenny school summer holidays We went to Eurocamp and it was – honestly – fantastic For our first ever Eurocamp experience we went to Eurocamp Bella Italia on Lake Garda We chose it because it’s within taxi ride distance of Verona airport we could fly direct from Gatwick for a non-insane price with British Airways Also because it’s a five star resort as some habits die hard It’s a lot bigger than I’d appreciated from the website There’s a pool deep enough for jumping in that has three slides and daily aqua aerobics There’s a pool that I think is meant for actual swimming that enforces a swimming hat rule and two more pools with three more sets of slides AND more pools that we didn’t get around to visiting if your kids are water babies they’ll love it You’ll read lots of reviews online in which people complain about a lack of loungers This wasn’t an issue for us as the children are so young they can’t be in the pool unsupervised so we left our towels on the buggy and when we wanted a rest we sat in the outdoor snack bar which always had seats The lounger situation didn’t seem any different to most hotels I’ve been to though there’s a kids’ club for children over the age of four there’s lots of little playgrounds scattered throughout the site I thoroughly recommend going to the onsite bouncy park that’s open from 5:30pm – 10:30pm There’s also a mini disco which my six year old liked and a little fairground that’s reasonably priced at 2 Euros per ride But hats off to the lifeguards who heroically opened the pools on day two of the rain The water’s warm and clear and there’s no chance of a jellyfish getting you (just me?) There are decently priced activities such as pedalo hire for 8 Euros for 30 minutes You can also walk along the lake to the nearest town Corte Riga a pizzeria in an impressive setting in a courtyard They’re both fine and reasonably priced but honestly We much preferred walking into Peschiera for an evening meal We ate our breakfast and lunch on our lodge’s terrace There’s a supermarket and greengrocer on site and prices vary from reasonable to mad: 5.6 Euros for butter is a LOT (but sadly much the same as in the UK) There are two Lidl supermarkets within walking distance of the site and we did our big shops there But our kids loved queuing at the onsite supermarket in the morning for fresh bread and choosing between a huge selection of croissants each day there They strongly recommend the chocolate ones We stayed in a three bedroomed Azure comfort plus home The bedrooms were pretty compact but the living space large and the deck a treat as was the whole site – there’s not a bit of litter anywhere but make sure you take some laundry tablets with you as towels and linen are not changed during your stay There are a number of laundrettes on site and a 30min wash is 5 Euros You need to pay a 100 Euro housekeeping deposit which I think is pretty standard for European holiday parks Eurocamp let you leave your key behind in the lodge and I’m completely converted to a Eurocamp holiday A seven night stay for four people in August 2024 at Eurocamp Bella Italia starts at £1,706.00 www.eurocamp.co.uk For further information on Eurocamp, please call 01606 787787 or visit eurocamp.co.uk Company number 01176085; Bauer Radio Limited Company number: 1394141; Registered office: Media House Peterborough PE2 6EA and H Bauer Publishing Company number: LP003328; Registered office: The Lantern H Bauer Publishing are authorised and regulated for credit broking by the FCA (Ref No: 845898) If you are thinking of taking a vacation in Italy one of the places to put on your bucket list is Lake Garda it is also the lake where Italians go on vacation it is unthinkable to be able to discover all the things to do and see at once The secret to discovering them all is to return several times at each time of the year we reveal the most beautiful parts of Lake Garda to visit the iconic places worth visiting on Lake Garda 10 ideas for things to see and do during your vacation that cannot be missed on your list Sirmione, “The Pearl of Garda,” is among the most beautiful towns of the magnificent villages overlooking Lake Garda. A jewel located on the Lombard shore, Sirmione charms tourists thanks to its historical taste and the typicality and charm that characterize it. Sirmione is a town with a breathtaking landscape and promenades embellished with flowers and plants of all kinds The visitor is immediately projected into a romantic and mysterious environment enchanting him and making him fall in love like a mermaid singing to sailors Borghetto sul Mincio is a fraction of the municipality Valeggio sul Mincio and is included in the list of the “Most Beautiful Towns in Italy.” It rises in the valley of the river Mincio and near the inhabited center was the station of the Mantua-Peschiera railway Part of the headquarters of this line has been reused for the cycle path that connects Mantova to Peschiera del Garda along the Mincio for long stretches Not far away is Parco Giardino Sigurtà; a spectacular natural park located in Valeggio sul Mincio, a few km from the Veronese shore of Lake Garda, near Peschiera del Garda. It won the most beautiful park in Italy award in 2013 and the second most beautiful park in Europe in 2015. Find out more a child’s dream is to go to Gardaland …” This was the refrain of the song inserted in the advertisement for Gardaland Gardaland is the most touristy place on Lake Garda At the foot of Monte Baldo, there is a city built around an ancient Scaligera fortress: Malcesine. An enchanting village overlooking Lake Garda, the northernmost on the Veronese side. With its small port, small squares, and lively alleys, Malcesine has an irresistible charm that captures you and never leaves you. Find out more A panoramic climb of 1800 meters in a few minutes because the cabin of the Malcesine – Monte Baldo cable car has a 360-degree view and rotates on itself so all passengers can admire the panorama of Lake Garda during the ascent to Monte Baldo A breathtaking panorama that stretches from the lower lake over the entire Brescia side to Torbole sul Garda. But the main feature of this route is the presence of 3 overhanging steel stairways, which pass over woods and olive groves anchored to the living rock. Walking on it is really exciting and fun. The stairs are made up of a total of 400 steps. Find out more Riva del Garda is set between the water and the mountains that surround it, with a mild climate that gives life to a rich Mediterranean scrub: palms, laurels, but also citrus and olive trees from which a famous extra virgin olive oil is produced, the one further north of the world: beyond the 46th parallel! Find out more The Ponale path connects Riva del Garda to the Ledro Valley since 1851. Since 2004 it has been transformed into a panoramic path overlooking the lake, where it is also allowed to travel with bicycles, mountain bikes, and E-mtb. Due to its naturalistic and historical uniqueness, it is one of the most beautiful and well-known European trails. Find out more. Find out more The Strada della Forra is a road, about 6 km long, which, through tunnels, drop bends, and tortuous curves, allows you to enter the bowels of the mountain by crossing the gorge of the Brasa stream to reach the beautiful village of Tremosine (423 m asl) from the state road of the lakefront. Winston Churchill called it “the eighth wonder of the world”. Find out more The Vittoriale degli Italiani is one of the most evocative places in the world, almost a city within a city, a verdant and panoramic space created by the genius of the great writer Gabriele D’Annunzio. Find out more We have told you about the 10 unmissable things to see on Lake Garda but we are already certain that during this trip you will be enchanted by the beauty of the area and you will want to add other destinations to a list that will become endless we recommend 10 unusual places for your next holiday on Lake Garda On Lake Garda there are many structures in which to stay, from small and well-kept B&B’s to resorts with wellness centers and beauty services, in the section dedicated to hotels find all the information you need to find the most suitable accommodation for you The same goes for restaurants, at this link you will find our selection of restaurants on Lake Garda Remembering that Lake Garda offers several starred restaurants and the quality of the culinary offer is very high There are many activities and experiences you can do on Lake Garda, so we recommend you visit the section dedicated to experiences in our magazine by clicking here in love with Lake Garda and its opportunities a meeting place where the passion for this territory meets the tourist's curiosity to visit and discover the beauties of the most beautiful and largest of the Italian lakes Where to eat Experience Wedding & Events Food & Wine Learn how to describe the purpose of the image (opens in a new tab) Leave empty if the image is purely decorative The best destinations planned for a wonderful New Year's Eve on Lake Garda Spending New Year's Eve on Lake Garda is an excellent option for both good food lovers and fun lovers The most anticipated night of the year is almost upon us and whether you choose to spend it romantically as a couple or in the company of friends you certainly won't be disappointed by the spectacular setting that this place has to offer There will be various events that will come to life for this magnificent New Year's Eve on Lake Garda there will be festively decorated villages There will be private events in villas and castles to enjoy the best dinners prepared ad hoc to sanction the arrival of the new year Experiencing New Year's Eve outdoors is certainly one of the best ways to fully enjoy all the events organized Sirmione and Bardolino there will be no shortage of places ready to welcome you but one of the most popular events to better enjoy the fantastic New Year's Eve on Lake Garda is certainly the cruise that leaves from Desenzano precisely in Piazza Malvezzi that it is possible to spend the night under splendid fireworks The last day of the year is certainly not to be considered a day like any other and this is why the local proposals will ensure that your New Year's Eve on Lake Garda is special For lovers of discos there will be organized salsa and bachata evenings Among the various venues in which to celebrate the new year which allows you to purchase a single ticket which includes entry and full dinner There are also numerous places that make reductions in the cost of the ticket for entry after midnight.. could be to regenerate yourself in one of the beautiful hotels with spas to enjoy beauty and thermal treatments in total relaxation Spending New Year's Eve on Lake Garda brings together young people One of the main cities is Desenzano which every year delights its tourists with a splendid fireworks display and open-air musical entertainment a stage will be set up where international artists and singers will perform and where everyone can go wild on the dance floor under a starry sky want to celebrate the new year in the name of love with their other half can opt for an intimate candlelit dinner with a view of the lake or a boat ride with aperitif buffet and romantic dinner It all takes place in Desenzano where the motor ship will sail in the lower lake returning at 2 am at the end of the party The two restaurant rooms on the upper deck will be set up for the occasion and dinner will be served at the table The upper deck will also host a band with live music that will make the evening unique and unforgettable New Year's Eve brings with it different customs and traditions and your New Year's Eve on Lake Garda will not be outdone a nice dip in the lake as a sign of luck and a good omen for the new year All those who choose to celebrate the New Year on Lake Garda at Sirmione undoubtedly opt for one of the most sought-after destinations in all of Italy This city offers countless contexts such as a walk along the lakefront a visit to the medieval castle or during the day a visit to the caves of the poet Catullus to spend the holidays in a different and unforgettable way Sirmione also excels for its particular New Year's Eve parties All organized in the best discos in the area where Dj sets will keep you company with the best hits of the moment until the first light of dawn If your intention is to say goodbye to the year that is going by in a fun way you cannot give up spending your New Year's Eve on Lake Garda in the most famous amusement park in Italy: Gardaland This option will offer you the possibility to spend a day among fun rides Gardaland Magic Winter will be open from 3 December 2022 to 8 January 2023 This alternative will still allow you to have fun without giving up the dinner so you will have the opportunity to celebrate New Year's Eve on Lake Garda choosing from the many restaurants that will organize various dinners and shows on the evening of the 31st • New Year's Eve on Lake Garda between music and history: experience the magic that reigns in this fantastic city for the arrival of the new year • Everything you need to know to experience a unique New Year's Eve on Lake Garda • New Year's Eve on Lake Garda in Desenzano: all the solutions to enjoy the best dinner suited to your tastes • New Year's Eve on Lake Garda in Bardolino: numerous events around the city to give you an unforgettable evening • New Year's Eve on Lake Garda in Sirmione: spend an evening that is different from the usual • New Year's Eve at Gardaland: an alternative day to celebrate the arrival of the new year in a different way Through writing I tell you what I feel in my various trips around the Italy and I tell you about the places I visit Subscribe to our weekly Newsletter dedicated to the Italian culture Check your email to confirm your subscription and receive special offers Top Attractions Colosseum Santa Maria Maggiore Vatican Museum Uffizi Gallery Pompeii Ruins Milan Cathedral Pantheon Vesuvius Florence Cathedral Sant'Angelo Castle Doge Palace Verona Arena Experiences Positano,Sorrento&Pompeii Tour Chianti Tour& San Gimignano Lake Como from Milan Romantic Sunset Boat Tour in Naples Capri Private Motorboat Tour Private Electric Cart Tour in Rome Abruzzo Basilicata Calabria Campania Emilia Romagna Friuli Venezia Giulia Lazio Liguria Lombardy Marche Molise Piedmont Apulia Sardinia Sicily Tuscany Trentino-Alto Adige Umbria Aosta Valley Veneto Italy like a local Hidden gems How to go to Attractions and Tours Unesco sites Latest news Best Tours and Experiences Art and culture Food and Flavours Best Places to Visit in Italy Places and Tours Exhibitions, events and shows History and Traditions About us Advertise with us Contact us Work with us Here is the complete list to find out where and when the fireworks will be held on Lake Garda in the summer season 2024 One of the most anticipated and iconic events of the summer a fireworks display with a thousand colors that are reflected on the waters of the lake giving life to the magic of the night!Often the fires on Lake Garda frame the final evening of the many village festivals or special events such as the Notte di Fiaba (Tale of the night) which takes place in Riva del Garda A tip: in the places that directly overlook the lake shores a wonderful experience to enjoy the fireworks in complete peace is to rent a boat with or without a driver = the dates of the events in which fireworks are planned on Lake Garda are not yet final and may be subject to reconfirmation or cancellation due to unforeseeable circumstances or due to bad weather We advise you to always check in advance before traveling Silvia Turazza – Garda Outdoors editorial staff After the first two articles with the best places to have an aperitif on the East and West shores of Lake Garda here is the list of the best places for an aperitif between Peschiera and San Felice del Benaco Let’s start with a place already known and consolidated on this page .. do you remember where we have already met him? That’s right, in the article of the best biker bars EL-RIEL beachbar is an excellent place for aperitifs and lunches in total relaxation thanks to the presence of an area with grass used as a beach up to excellent beers and a special selection of wines Punta Grò Bistrot Cafè is a place on the shores of Lake Garda that offers excellent aperitifs and spectacular pizzas accompanied by delicious cocktails and aperitifs The Enoteca delle Antiche Mura is located in Sirmione and offers excellent cold cuts and bruschetta accompanied by aperitifs and a refined selection of wines Born as a gastronomy with exquisite dishes Ella Gastro e cicchetteria will enchant your palates even with excellent aperitifs and wine selections a place that offers excellent aperitifs and cocktails is a place that offers excellent aperitifs Blue Beach is a place that offers excellent cocktails aperitifs and beer accompanied by a multitude of appetizers . A name is a guarantee: Spritzeria 53 is a place that offers a multitude of Spritz accompanied by excellent bruschetta . Hanto yo is a very special place where it is really difficult to stop just for an aperitif given the excellent proposals of Mexican food accompanied by fantastic beers We land in Desenzano with Garda Cafè Lounge bar a newly opened place that offers excellent sprizts and aperitifs accompanied by appetizers and a spectacular view of Lake Garda The Classic Rock Beach Cafè is a place on the beach of Desenzano that offers excellent aperitifs appetizers and phenomenal burgers with a view of Lake Garda Open Cafè is a place that offers excellent aperitifs accompanied by appetizers of all kinds and amazing burgers . it is also recommended for excellent breakfasts Dom cafè is an excellent place that offers aperitifs and spritz accompanied by platters of cold cuts and cold cuts The Cotechineria Il Saltuario is a place that deserves a stop if you are a cotechino lover . the combination of cotechino and beer is truly phenomenal a place that offers aperitifs accompanied by appetizers and excellent meat and fish cuisine Once in Mantua we must try Alla Buca della Gabbia a typical Mantuan wine shop that offers a wide selection of excellent wines and craft beers accompanied by platters of cold cuts and cheeses and typical cuisine we find Enoteca Malandrina in Valeggio sul Mincio which offers an excellent selection of wines accompanied by snacks of all kinds . for any doubts let the staff guide and advise you I have always been a great lover of trekking and excursions In my free time I love to spend time outdoors to discover what our territory offers to us but also a great talker who delights in giving advice on places to visit and places to eat Cormac Bourke takes his family on a package holiday to Lake Garda The Lake Garda shoreline below Castello Scaligero Just some of the pools at the Bella Italia resort at Lake Garda There’s enough at the Bella Italia resort to keep the little ones entertained Cormac BourkeMon 3 Jun 2019 at 03:30The lightning flashed a noise slowly grew louder and more rhythmic Like the sound of a tap dripping but much louder And so it proved to be - somewhere between a drip and a downpour water falling from the roof of our chalet on to the double bed in which the two boys slept Not exactly the first night of the holiday we had expected as summer began in northern Italy It's a bit like the maxim that life is what happens to you when you are busy making other plans The holiday is what happens to you while you were busy being on holiday The fun of the family holiday is frequently the unexpected challenge overcome The coldest May in 60 years according to a local was one thing (separately the esteemed Italy-based journalist Paddy Agnew apologised by email for the "very unseasonably cold May") a storm the like of which the people of Peschiera del Garda had not experienced in over 25 years was something else a river of water and ice (from the hail) had poured down the central street of our excellent Bella Italia campsite Holiday bungalows are not supposed to have to face weather like this Our chalet problem in fact only underlined the benefit of something we were trying for the first time: the joy of a package deal and the holiday in-resort manager So it was a simple matter of a few WhatsApp messages and a quick visit from superb Topflight in-resort manager Connor and we were moving around the corner into a new chalet - without even needing to go to reception We had arrived late afternoon into a sunny Verona airport When it's your first time flying as a family of six it is a pleasure having the friendly face of your in-resort manager welcome you at airport arrivals and help corral the four kids (after their first flights ever) and your eight bags and get the whole lot into the transfer coach Within half an hour we had driven through the outskirts of the city and arrived at our holiday house in Bella Italia a beautiful resort near the aforementioned Peschiera on the Southern edge of Lake Garda The lake looked majestic when we first saw her - dark clouds starting to gather over her darkening waters the Alps and the Dolomites forming the backdrop we managed to eat our first authentic Italian meal out on the terrace before the weather changed The kids were bowled over by real Italian pizza and gelato And the whole table was particularly impressed by the Italian waiter's ''Go raibh maith agat'' when we finished our order It was little things like this that made us feel so welcome at Bella Italia I was reminded of previous visits to Italy and the warmth Italians show generally they will try to speak to you in your language if you don't speak theirs (I don't) they want to show you their beautiful country and their amazing food although the resort offers a wide range of accommodation types - mobile homes we couldn't check out the five swimming pools that first day - but we certainly made up for that later in the week so we had brought raincoats and wetsuits - day one gave us the chance to explore the site stock up on supplies from the onsite supermarket and fruit and veg shop eat a few crepes in the cafe and test some of the playgrounds dotted around the site The next morning we woke to blue skies and took our first dip in the pool which has a range of pretty spectacular water slides and features to keep the little ones entertained Peschiera del Garda is about 15 minutes walk away along the lakeside (which is a beautiful route to run too) but the resort also runs a small road train in and out every half an hour or so it is quaint and friendly with its Roman gates and cobbled streets Given the ages of our co-travellers - nine seven and twins aged five - it would have been remiss not to have taken the opportunity to visit Gardaland the Italian equivalent of a mini Disneyland the same parent company that owns a string of Legolands and Alton Towers in Britain on a detour home from France through the UK we had visited Peppa Pig World in Paulton's Park in Southampton Little did I think I would be visiting Peppa Pig land in Gardaland less than a year later The twins may now expect a Peppa Pig theme park to feature on every holiday A free shuttle bus from the train station in Peschiera del Garda runs every 20 minutes and drops you at the entrance to the park It was a relaxed way to enjoy the theme park experience You can book tickets online or buy them at the door but the key was to go on a school day in Italy The queues were no more than 10 minutes long and we got to go on what felt like dozens of rides or maybe it was that we went on some rides dozens of times In fact the longest queue was for a coffee and that was mainly because the barista was putting a lot of effort into making sure the previous customer's sandwich was toasted perfectly The rides are great - from full-on rollercoasters to traditional (and gentler) carousels for the smaller smallies - and are classified as either ''fantasy'' the underground pirate ride called I Corsari: la Vendetta del Fantasma was a little scary for the five-year-olds (one asked: ''Why have you brought us here?'') when I Google-translated its name for the writing of the piece It translates - at least roughly - as Revenge of the Ghost Pirates There is also a separate Aquarium at Gardaland we didn't go in but it would be a good option if you did encounter bad weather only after missing the real train by a matter of minutes Crestfallen and frustrated and pretty much all having a fight at the same time in the wake of our transport disaster we had spotted a bus with the number 164 and word Verona on it and run en masse to the next stop and managed to find a remarkably patient and understanding bus driver who happily transported us all the Verona for half nothing The downside was that we had to stand for 40 minutes but it was far more preferable to be moving at speed along Italian roads rather than cooling your heels waiting for the next train While the train would have left us away from the absolute centre of Verona (as we discovered when we had to walk out to it later) the bus dropped us by the old Roman amphit heatre heart of the city's most tourist-friendly area Nowadays it's used for opera events and historical tours though you might spot the odd Roman with a plastic sword posing for pictures out front these centurions will want a few quid for the inevitable picture with the kids - even if it has not been agreed in advance As you wander through the streets there are historic buildings on every corner where we had lunch amid the tourist bustle Verona is of course famous as the location for Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet So we visited Juliet's house and her famous balcony You enter the courtyard via a small archway covered in autographs and padlocks from lovers who have visited From ground to ceiling you are surrounded by love messages And the bronze statue of the young Juliet contemplates her sweet Romeo as she poses for picture after picture with the tourists but he wasn't in (the gates were locked and we trooped back through the city and up to the train station and travelled back on the train The luxury of it compared to standing on the swaying bus I would have easily stayed on the whole way to Milan but alas the journey only took about 15 minutes And that was pretty much our trip to Lake Garda This time we didn't actually go out on the lake - world famous and the largest in Italy But sure we'll leave the boats to next time A holiday in Italy has to be the best — from a food point of view — for kids My youngest son now says that he is going to live there when he grows up the Verona Arena is a brilliant venue for concerts of all genres The acoustics are particularly suitable for opera so getting one of the cushions available for rent is vital Cormac and his family travelled to Lake Garda with Topflight and stayed at the highly sought after 4* Bella Italia Resort in Peschiera del Garda Topflight offer holidays to Lake Garda all summer with flights from Dublin Topflight also offer the resorts of Limone Bella Italia is a clear winner with families thanks to its top class facilities Topflight’s in-resort manager in Bella Italia will be available throughout your holiday The resort is also perfectly located for day trips to Verona and Venice Bella Italia resort’s accommodation options include apartments Bungalow accommodation starts from €539 per person based on a family of four sharing a two-bedroom bungalow self catering accommodation for seven nights taxes and the services of Topflight’s in-resort manager For further details call Topflight on 01 240 1700 or 028 9752 1168 visit topflight.ie and drop into your local travel agent NB: This feature originally ran in The Sunday Independent Join the Irish Independent WhatsApp channel We have now reached the heart of autumn and Lake Garda begins to change its colors offering days that are still sunny but definitely less chaotic November is the ideal month to feel protagonists away from the crowd Below you will find some ideas for spending the weekend from idleness to sport from culture to food and wine: there is always something for everyone we propose below all the events and appointments that deserve to be experienced From 29 October to 1 November the Ciuìga Festival returns the sausage with white turnips produced exclusively in San Lorenzo Dorsino An excellent opportunity to taste typical products carry out food and wine tastings and visit the country Let’s start this month with a splendid autumn walk to the Cima Piemp Refuge it will be possible to rediscover ancient crafts surrounded by beautiful woods Make a note on Tuesday 1st November at 9:00 am; please From Thursday 3 to Sunday 6 November, at the Verona Fiere There will be several entertainments for visitors from exhibitions The first weekend of November, Saturday 5th and Sunday 6th November, the appointment in Bardolino with the vino novello is back An autumn festival to celebrate the first fruit of the harvest soft and fruity wine; all accompanied by food and wine specialties On Sunday 6 November the Halloween race is organized at the Parco Giardino Sigurtà the scariest participants will be rewarded From 10 to 27 November the boiled meat with pearà fair will be back in Isola della Scala Get ready to taste the typical Veronese sauce with excellent quality meats the pyromusical show returns to Peschiera del Garda An opportunity to admire the town of Peschiera del Garda surrounded by splendid fireworks the many awaited Christmas markets will begin in the whole area of Lake Garda Lake Garda and its hinterland are scattered with various, very suggestive and panoramic spas where you can be pampered and relax. An ideal destination also for cold and gloomy days that are not comfortable to pass under an umbrella. To discover our entire list of proposals click here Autumn is the ideal season to play golf or start learning. The summer heat has given way to mild temperatures and the season offers days of light and magnificent colors. We must not forget, in fact, that playing golf is fun in the midst of nature. To find out which are the golf courses of Lake Garda and its hinterland click here The two most important waterfalls north of Lake Garda, to be shared with friends or family: Cascata del Varone (Tenno – TN – admission fee – open all year) and Cascate Nardis (Val Genova – TN). Both are passable and suitable for children and easily accessible by car. Find all the info for these two wonders of nature by clicking here but unique destinations for their characteristics Go to the discovery of Val Vestino (BS), a real pearl within the Alto Garda Natural Park. An uncontaminated territory, full of nature, history and ancient traditions. For all the info click here Try to embrace the huge trunk of the Patriarca del Baldo (TN): a centuries-old silver fir of extraordinary size. For all the info on how to reach it click here Walking on the bed of a stream to see the Balòt tacà via (VR): a huge rounded boulder that collapsed from the mountain and got stuck and suspended between the narrow rocky walls of the gorge that hosts it. For all the info on how to reach it click here The month of November on Lake Garda offers suggestive views without the Augustan crowd. A great idea to fully enjoy free roads and colorful nature is to rent a vintage car. A blast from the past for tourism in slow mode. Find all the info by clicking here. If events interest you and you would like to spend a few nights in the beautiful area of Lake Garda, here is a list of the best accommodations available You know, there is no better occasion than a trip or a vacation to taste the food and wine specialties of the area; so here is a list of the best places to eat in the Lake Garda area The Lake Garda area also offers wonderful activities to have fun, relax and spend excellent quality time; here you will find a list of the best experiences to try on Lake Garda If you would like to give us some feedback on the things to do that we have recommended December is a month of celebration and time dedicated to family and friends It’s a month of super gorgeous or very tamarried Christmas trees It is a month in which one indulges in a few more culinary whims But it is also a month full of events and opportunities to enjoy outdoor activities Here are our tips on what to do in December between Lake Garda and its beautiful cities: Immerse yourself in a unique experience and be enchanted by the magic of Garda’s lemon groves were created to protect citrus fruits from the harsh winter and represent an invaluable historical heritage you can discover the secrets of these unique structures and learn about ancient cultivation techniques enveloped in the fragrance of ripe citrus fruits you’ll feel as if you’ve traveled back in time you can take part in tastings of local citrus-based products In the heart of the Chiostro di San Francesco a quality market awaits you with a rich selection of local artisanal and food and wine products and take home a piece of the magic of Lake Garda The market will take place at the Chiostro di San Francesco in Gargnano on the weekends of 30 November – 1 December The charm of the handcrafted crib is timeless and ageless Lake Garda offers many spots in which to admire one-of-a-kind nativity scenes In Cassone di Malcesine (VR) the nativity scene is built astride the Aril river, the shortest river in the world which flows into eastern Lake Garda after only 175 m. For more info click here The ancient medieval village of Campo di Brenzone (VR) becomes even more evocative during the Christmas period, with the display of about 120-130 nativity scenes scattered throughout the village and which can be freely visited (from early December to early February). For more info click here In Peschiera del Garda (VR) the traditional underwater nativity scene is set up along the canal This original nativity scene can be easily admired from the San Giovanni bridge The old port of Desenzano (BS) becomes the spectacular scenography of the traditional “floating nativity scene“: old restored mannequins are transformed into the characters of the nativity scene, dressed and made up by the volunteers who set it up. For more info click here From 19 November 2022 to 22 January 2023, the alcoves of the Arena di Verona host more than 400 nativity scenes from all over the world. A spectacular exhibition for young and old! For info and tickets click here Drena Castle will host an extraordinary exhibition of handcrafted nativity scenes Visitors will be able to admire unique works from various regions of Italy birthplace of the first living nativity scene the castle will offer a rich program of events: dance performances An itinerary will guide visitors through the castle’s walls and halls offering an unforgettable multi-sensory experience of Christmas atmospheres A Chance to Celebrate Nativity and Rediscover Local Traditions This initiative is an opportunity to immerse oneself in the magic of Christmas appreciate the beauty of local craftsmanship and rediscover the traditions associated with the Nativity Drena Castle thus confirms itself as a place of culture and valorization of memory will host the highly anticipated “Night of the Lit Stills” This sold-out theatrical journey will take participants on a discovery of the secrets of Trentino grappa production Thanks to the Koinè company and the narration of Patrizio Roversi visitors will be able to visit five local distilleries and witness performances that recount the history and traditions of distillation Organized by the cultural association “Santa Massenza piccola Nizza de Trent” the event celebrates grappa production according to the strict rules of the Trentino Grappa Protection Institute A unique experience for grappa enthusiasts and lovers of Trentino culture The Grinch has taken up residence in Riva del Garda’s Bastion filled with peculiar decorations and a touch of festive mischief there’s a chance to meet the Grinch himself Free entry to the Grinch’s Grotto is available on the following dates: Meet the Grinch: Fancy a face-to-face with the green-furred grump Join us on these dates to meet the Grinch in person: Just drop by and experience Christmas a little differently A breathtaking fireworks display will illuminate the historic center of Arco on December 7th Against the backdrop of the majestic castle the sky will be filled with a kaleidoscope of colors Don’t miss this opportunity to experience the magic of winter the small village of Balbido (TN) has hosted a curious Guinness Book of Records: the largest Stria (witch) in the world Made with the same technique as the basket: a dense weave of bamboo and wood canes it is a tribute to the popular tradition of mischievous and prankster witches who enjoyed throwing stones at the wheels of the carts of the peasants returning from Val Marcia.Also worthy of note are the 222 frescoed murals on the walls of the houses An enchanting scenography to be admired in the streets of the village On Lake Garda this year you can find them in: Verona If during Advent you want to visit a unique and spectacular place of worship both for its location and architecture, this Sanctuary is the ideal destination. It can be reached on foot from Brentino Belluno for those who love trekking, or comfortably by car from Spiazzi. For more info click here What is December without snow? A beautiful trip in the mountains with a breathtaking view of Lake Garda is ideal for playing sports and then refresh yourself in the various refuges. If you want to know where to go, find the list of the most beautiful and panoramic itineraries for walking and snowshoeing in the snow by clicking here the list of the main events in the area in the month of December 2022: Christmas magic in Brescia: where the atmosphere of Christmas intertwines with the festivities in the city Merry Christmas Brescia 2023 is the showcase of beautiful events organized for the city of Brescia let’s remember it loudly: this year it is also the Italian Capital of Culture you will be immersed in a fabulous year-end atmosphere and intriguing initiatives for all tastes and ages alleys and squares ready for an exciting journey: Brescia offers a world of wonders to explore in the heart of the holiday season Mandorlato Festival in Cologna Veneta (VR) Mandorlato is a typical Christmas dessert with distant origins which with its noble ingredients and mastery in processing is a real refined and above all inimitable delicacy The first taste of Mandorlato is estimated to be around 1840 when an apothecary had the happy intuition: to amalgamate what the ancients called the food of the gods Today the Mandorlato Festival has widened its borders and also hosts other typical local products such as potatoes and red radicchio simple and genuine fruits of the Colognese land It is currently produced in Cologna Veneta by seven renowned companies Hours 8:00 – 23:00 and day 13 closing at 20:00 on the occasion of the feast of Santa Lucia the central Piazza Brà hosts a large and varied market which the Veronese affectionately call “i banchéti de Santa Lùssia” is much venerated in the city of Verona and her name is linked to a very ancient tradition: in fact accompanied by her faithful donkey (el mussetto ) brings sweets and gifts to the good children pieces of carbon black to the mischievous ones the centuries-old Santa Lucia Market attracts more than two hundred and fifty stalls from all over Italy and tens of thousands of visitors to the center of the city of Verona merchandise of all sorts related to Christmas and sweets Lucia pancakes which are prepared with flour butter and icing sugar and swell once immersed in boiling oil A large steel comet watches over everything which starts from the Arena and dives luminously into the square 14 December 2023 with start and finish in Torbole sul Garda (TN) The layout reproduces the route of the race of the same name the ring that surrounds the Alto Garda Trentino area for a length of 30 km and with 1370 m of elevation gain the Lazise – Bardolino cycle/pedestrian path will turn into a run/walk strictly all dressed up as Santa Claus Sunday 175December 2023 run or walk within the walls of Verona dressed as Santa Claus In Brentonico from 16 December 2023 to 6 January 2024 the Wood Sculpture Symposium returns where you can admire the local sculptors while they create sumptuous wooden works a series of woodcutter competitions and games The little ones will be able to listen to the enchanted stories also set in the magical Baldo woods See you next time dear Outdoors!Silvia Turazza – Garda Outdoors editorial team When the only desire is to dive into the “clear fresh and sweet waters” of Lake Garda without loading half the house in the car there is only one thing to do: choose a beautiful beach equipped with every comfort .In this article you will find our advice on where to go passing through the Lombard side and arriving in the Trentino side Deck chairs and umbrellas for hire with bar and roof top service for parties and events. Open every day from 9:00 to midnight.(For info: https://www.labosca.it/il-lago-la-bosca-lazise-verona/) Bar and grill open until midnight with sun lounger and umbrella rental on the sandy beach.(For info: https://www.facebook.com/cisaninogardalake/ ) Historic restaurant on the Garda lakefront. You will find sun lounger rental and bar service until 3:00 am with live music and DJ sets(For info: https://www.facebook.com/lidodigarda/ ) This bar-restaurant with sun beds and umbrellas is located a few meters from the center of Garda along the pedestrian promenade that connects Garda to Bardolino. Location beautiful and easy to reach. Large paid parking available a few meters away.(For info: https://la-motta-new.business.site/ ? utm_source = gmb & amp; utm_medium = referral ) Cots for hire that can be booked online, with bar service and private parking. A corner of paradise!(Per info: https://www.baiadellesirene.com/index.php) This beautiful sandy beach is located near the Torri del Benaco pier The kiosk bar for lunches and musical aperitifs at sunset is not to be missed At the end of the town of Torri del Benaco in a bay that opens your eyes to a beautiful landscape is this beach with sun lounger / umbrella rental service and beach bar.Being so close to the town staying here allows you to comfortably take a stroll through the streets of the center of Torri del Benaco for a little shopping and to visit this wonderful town without move the car.(For info: phone +39.348.592.5782 – open from 8:30 to 20:00) Here you will find non-stop cooking and pizza with rental of sun loungers and umbrellas on a beautiful lawn. The beach is located on the lakefront between Val di Sogno and Malcesine, with a splendid view over the entire gulf, the Scaligero Castle and the Isola dell’Olivo.(For info: https://lidosoprimalcenise.myadj.it/v/lidosoprimalcenise ) This pizza restaurant has a small beach with sunbeds, cabins and lifeguard service . All with a splendid view of the Scaligero Castle of Malcesine !(For info: http://www.lidopaina.it/#lido ) A beautiful equipped beach (here there is also the free one part of which is dedicated to our four-legged friends).At the beach there is a bar with small catering a boat rental and a water sports school with related equipment rental Beautiful beach located in the hamlet of Villa in Gargnano (BS) sun beds and umbrellas.At the beach it is also possible to rent: mountain bikes pedal boats and SUP.There is also the “Lakefront Beach Bar “where you can enjoy excellent dishes with the Light Restaurant service and at sunset enjoy a fantastic aperitif in a truly suggestive and romantic place!(For info: phone +39.339.207.2449 – open from 8:30 to 20:00) A peculiarity of this beach is the presence of sand Here a nice castle with a bucket I would try to do it!Here too you will find sunbeds and umbrellas bar and restaurant.There is a paid parking nearby as well as the possibility to rent sailboats There are also tennis courts and beach volleyball courts.(For info: phone +39.0365.643.727 – open from 08:00 to 00:00) In this beach you will find everything: white sand, lawn, beach for swimming in the lake and swimming pool for those who prefer it. You can rent umbrellas and sunbeds, as well as eat in the bistro. Inside there are also 3 tennis courts, 5 five-a-side football fields and a diving center.(For info: https://rimbalzellovillage.it/lido ) Al chiosco bar Mokai Beach potrete noleggiare lettini e ombrelloni, trovando tutti i comfort (docce, cabine e servizi igienici). Inoltre qui si servono anche degli ottimi aperitivi e le serate proseguono fino a notte fonda con eventi e serate a tema.(Per info: +393493622837 – https://m.facebook.com/mokaibeachbar/) The cheerful atmosphere of Desenzano in a fairytale place The home of young people and parties.This beach of white sand and palm trees , equipped with sun loungers and parasols, is great for sunbathing during the day and turns into an open-air disco in the evening with restaurant and lounge bar, which hosts DJ sets, aperitifs and beach parties .(For info: https://www.cocobeachclub.com/beach.asp ) Located at the north end of the Sirmione peninsula and surrounded by unspoiled nature among olive groves and Mediterranean plants It is in fact characterized by slabs of smooth rock among the crystalline waters .It can be reached on foot from the center of Sirmione (you can park in the numerous paid parking lots) following the signs Once you arrive you will find a kiosk bar where you can rent sunbeds in the shade of the olive trees and be able to refresh yourself the beach is also free for those who do not want paid services We suggest you arrive early in the morning as it is one of the most famous and visited beaches on Lake Garda.Don’t miss a sunset from there This beach is located in the Bar alla Sega area in front of the former Colonia Pavese A stretch of about 200 meters on which it is possible to rent sunbeds and umbrellas It is mandatory to stop at the bar of the same name to eat or drink something with a splendid lake view !(For info: 392.64.58.562) this beach is one of the largest and best equipped.It offers various services such as rental of deck chairs and sun loungers It has floating platform with indoor swimming pool beach volleyballand playground with trampolines; and sandbox for the enjoyment of the whole family.It is very shady thanks to the presence of the park adjacent to the beach.In summer offers a range of free services for people with disabilities : wheelchairs suitable for gravel ground to allow entry into the water The Garda Outdoors Team warmly thanks all the Gardesans who thanks to the care and love for the territory carefully guarantee always clear and clean waters .The mild climate of Lake Garda favors an optimal water temperature guaranteeing bathing from May to September (but even here the well-wishing New Year’s dive is not to be missed eh!).Come on we strongly recommend that you call and check the availability of the chosen location See you next time dear Outdoors!Silvia Turazza – Garda Outdoors Editorial Staff A holiday maker from Nobber has told of how a terrifying freak storm forced her family to seek shelter after hailstones "the size of sliotars” rained down on their camp resort in Northern Italy on Sunday night Macaire Hutchinson’s dream holiday turned to a nightmare as a violent storm wreaked havoc on the Eurocamp Bella Italia on Lake Garda in Peschiera del Garda leaving their accommodation destroyed "It has been very temperamental since we came here last Thursday there has been torrential rain a couple of the days and there have been thunder storms almost every night we were shin deep in water at one point but was out of nowhere,” said Macaire “There was thunder and lightening for well over an hour it was a bit bizarre but then we heard this almighty crashing noise it sounded like a stampede coming from behind us and we kind of copped what was happening and we literally ran inside our safari tent and I bundled the kids under the bed and hailstones they were sliotars were coming from the sky "It totally destroyed the tent that we were in The aftermath of the freak weather event “looked like a scene from a sci fi movie” according to Macaire "It was like a battle field yesterday morning people were walking around with bandages after being injured Walking around it’s still an absolute mess there were dead birds floating in the lake yesterday "It looks like somebody took a gun and shot all of the cars “It’s like scene from the The Day After Tomorrow." A huge clean up operation in currently underway for the unprecedented situation as the Nobber woman explains; "I’d say every building and mobile home here has damage done to it " There was a guy I was talking to from Eurocamp who has been working here sixteen years and he said he has never seen anything like it They have cancelled people’s bookings and everything because they have nowhere to put them People were arriving yesterday and they were turned away there were six safari tents and four out of the six are destroyed.” Macaire has praised the camp operator and says she hopes her family can remain in the mobile home they were placed in after their tent was destroyed until they leave for Ireland on Thursday "All of our stuff got absolutely saturated because the tent came in on top of us when we were under the bed so all of our clothes and everything were destroyed we are just trying to dry everything and go back to normal holiday mode if we can "Eurocamp has been very good and they have been doing their best for us The firefighter is looking on the bright side and says she is thankful that nobody was seriously injured "We were after being in Gardaland and left a little bit earlier We got a bus to the train station and we walked back up here so if we had been caught out in it I don’t know what we would have done the hailstones were so big they could have killed you." Meath Chronicle is part of Celtic Media Group which includes: The Anglo Celt Westmeath Examiner and Westmeath Independent| © 2021 Meath Chronicle and Celtic Media Group it’s time to dust off the bikes and get back on the saddle One of the most popular destinations for motorcyclists is undoubtedly Lake Garda with roads and views that will take anyone’s breath away Interesting elements for every motorcyclist are certainly the landscape and the adrenaline that flows along the route to be taken … but what if we told you that we have compiled for you a list of bars more suitable for motorcyclists on Lake Garda so you just have to keep reading to find out what goodies we have found for you Mida’s Stube is the first Augustiner Stube in Italy; it is located on the lakefront and offers free parking El Riel Beachbar is a bar suitable for breakfasts Equipped with an area with grass having to relax after lunch or stop to enjoy the sun The Gem’s Brew Pub offers in particular meat and ice cream of their own production in addition to the fabulous craft beers Everything is located on the state road that connects Peschiera del Garda to Lazise in a large room with the possibility of eating both outdoors and in the internal rooms you absolutely cannot miss a stop at La Pacheca Rock bar who share a great passion for two wheels and many kilometers of motorcycles traveled great food and travel companions with whom to share passions and tastes it allows bikers on tour or local friends to stop for a refreshment stop and a chat in an environment that embraces the passions of many two-wheel lovers a Harley Davidson shop has recently opened next to the venue Continuing our tour of the bars for motorcyclists on the shores of Lake Garda we reach Cisano (between Lazise and Bardolino) We point out that this place is open from March to January The Bicigrill Affi is an ideal place for quick stops for good food Immersed in the vineyards of the Rivoli hills the Bici Grill – Corte del Forte is the ideal place for a break in total relaxation and in contact with nature a good solution can be Lido Garda – Beach Cafè with parking just a few steps along the road and a relaxing atmosphere along the beach Lungo la strada principale che costeggia il Lago di Garda troviamo Allo Scudo food and drinks; un ambiente ottimo per una sosta rapida lungo il tragitto con una vista spettacolare e la possibilità di parcheggiare la moto affianco Moving away from the shores of Lake Garda and climbing the slopes of Monte Baldo towards Punta Veleno we meet Ristorante Baita Rosa Di Mazzi Adriana a place with a breathtaking view and cuisine similar to that of a mountain hut a restaurant with traditional cuisine accompanied by some sophisticated dishes surrounded by greenery and with generous portions we meet the Bar trattoria Passeggiata which bases its cuisine on the saying “little stuff but fairy well”; in fact it offers a menu consisting of 2 first and 2 second courses made on the spot Ideal for a refreshing break in the mountains surrounding Lake Garda it is a meeting point for all bikers who pass through the Spiazzi areas Returning to the Veronese shore of Lake Garda friendly staff and motorcycle parking next door In Malcesine we find Oasi Bar Malcesine a lakeside venue with a wide variety of aperitifs ice creams and cocktails accompanied by baskets of snacks in an informal and peaceful atmosphere specialized in spit-roasted meat and beer in the rustic rooms of the steakhouse surrounded by greenery with large outdoor tables A place to regenerate even during the hot summer days An excellent choice if you want to taste cold cuts and cheeses is an ideal place for a quick stop away from the traffic that Lake Garda can often offer the Sesto Grado Bar is located on the road that connects Torbole del Garda with the hinterland and offers a spectacular panorama with visible parking Continuing the tour of the bars of Lake Garda we arrive in Riva del Garda with the Sailing Bar located in the Porto San Nicolò car park; offers breakfasts as well as good music and a fabulous atmosphere Buffalo – Steakhouse & Pizza is an informal restaurant with a terrace overlooking the lake you cannot miss the Brasa Restaurant Pizzeria with a wide choice of traditional menus based on both meat and fish you can’t miss the mixed grill and baked potatoes a delicacy that will make you continue your ride full and satisfied Staying temporarily away from the shores of Lake Garda a bar with a spectacular view overlooking Lake Garda Trattoria Bar Giglio is an ideal place to stop for a short break The restaurant directly overlooks Lake Garda The menu offers cold cuts and cheeses as appetizers meat and the legendary spit with polenta taragna The restaurant also offers ample parking and a camping area the Osteria Snack Bar al Mulì is a refreshment point for motorcyclists including penne with venison ragu and strangolapreti with alpine butter the house specialty is smoked salmon trout carpaccio an excellent stop can be made at Risto Pub Route 77 a brewery with attached kitchen specializing in burgers Recyclage Cafè is a modern place with a large parking area and an outdoor terrace a drink accompanied by excellent appetizers Il Chiosco al Castello is a bar with a spectacular view of Lake Garda it offers the possibility of parking the motorbike along the driveway The Chiosco la Zattera is located on the Brescia shore of Lake Garda straw umbrellas and wooden benches; it is open from the morning A great solution to stay away from the tourist chaos especially in the summer months The restaurant is located next to a convenient municipal parking on the lakefront With the first warm spring temperatures and then with the scorching summer temperatures Whether it is for a refreshing snack or for a delicious lunch / dinner In Italy we have a great ice cream culture we carry out several competitions every year to determine who is the best ice cream maker or the best ice cream flavor of the year … so we of the Garda Outdoors team have decided to draw up for you a list of the best ice-cream shops on Lake Garda In this way you will always have a trusted ice cream shop to turn to based on where you are with your help we will be able to have the ranking of the best 5 Ice Cream Shops on Lake Garda in 2022 and then continue in the province to the shores of the lake With the Gamberorosso “3 cones” award Zeno Gelato e Cioccolato is an ice cream parlor that offers a multitude of different flavors Lactose and Gluten Intolerant; it can satisfy any palate A novelty in Verona is the Gelateria Terra & Cuore offering ice creams made with goat milk or water natural flavors and with different combinations according to the season . paradise for those who are lactose intolerant They also offer vegan and gluten-free alternatives The “Come una volta” organic ice cream shop is handcrafted and 100% organic The tastes are varied and there are lactose-free because everyone must be able to enjoy a good ice cream without worries Moving from the city center to the outskirts I recommend trying the “cornetto” flavor with a base of cream and stracciatella hazelnut grains and amaretto grains; even the taste “Loacker” “crunchy Roberto” and “Romeo and Juliet’s kiss” are not joking an artisan ice cream parlor that has chosen the milk produced in Lessinia (the mountains surrounding Verona) as a base for the ice cream With the Copacabana Gelateria we land on the shores of Lake Garda; open in July 2021 it is an artisan ice cream parlor that offers a variety of flavors located in an alley inside the town of Torri del Benaco this ice cream parlor offers both classic and more particular flavors; the quantities are abundant and there are also alternatives for vegans and lactose or gluten intolerant on the Veronese shore of Lake Garda is located in Malcesine and is the Gelateria L’Artigiano dei Sapori which offers abundant ice cream cups with a wide variety of choices Gelateria Bologna is known for its giant cups to be enjoyed strictly at the table and comfortably with a vast assortment of flavors and very creamy ice cream . take an extra scoop because the quantities are a little skimpy With various locations scattered around the city of Trento we find the Gelateria Pingu; this ice cream parlor offers excellent quality ice cream Let’s start the tour of the Brescia ice cream shops at Alberto Gelateria which offers artisan ice creams with tastes ranging from classic to particular I would like to point out the presence of vegan Among the flavors there is also the one with olive and lemon from Gargnano offers artisanal ice cream with classic and particular flavors that vary according to the season . In Salò we find Gelateria Amor di Gelato an artisan ice cream shop that offers creamy ice creams with the most particular flavors I point out the presence of vegan flavors (including pistachio) we come across the Gelateria Vassalli in Polpenazze del Garda which offers quality ice cream creamy and with an excellent variety of flavors In Moniga del Garda we find the Gelateria Hakuna Matata a small ice cream shop that offers a multitude of products from the great classics to the most particular Outside the ice cream shop there are benches where you can comfortably enjoy your ice cream To conclude this journey in search of the best ice cream parlors on Lake Garda we arrive in Brescia with Gelateria Il Giava; a genuine ice cream which offers fixed flavors and flavors that rotate according to the season The tour of the best ice cream parlors on Lake Garda ends here . we bet that you will be able to try all of them by mid-summer so you will then help us to select the Top 5 of the best ice cream shops on Lake Garda If you have suggestions, ice cream shops to discover and try, questions about your holiday on Lake Garda, do not hesitate to contact us by commenting on this article or writing on our social channels (InstagramFacebookTwitterTikTok) Before showing you the best lake fish restaurants on Lake Garda a brief introduction should be made that answers this important question: what are the fish that are caught in Lake Garda and in the River Sarca (where the vairone and the barbel abound) Important is the breeding of char and trout (rainbow or brown) which takes place here by reconciling centuries-old traditions with the most modern techniques but always in fresh and uncontaminated waters In the list of restaurants that we will indicate below you can taste all these varieties of freshwater fish Our research was done on the basis of menus that contain more lake fish proposals Located in the beautiful square of Pai di Sopra such as: tortelloni with whitefish and lemon lemon tagliatelle with smoked whitefish and mixed grill Set in the romantic port of Castelletto you will find this historic lake fish restaurant ask for a table on the splendid terrace a few meters from the lake Here you will also find private parking and a private dock for mooring if you arrive by boat Unique location of its kind (read the article Cassone on Lake Garda) you must absolutely book one of the very romantic tables overlooking the Aril river (the shortest river in the world) which passes right next to this Hotel Restaurant Chef Luppi is waiting for you to surprise you with his culinary creativity An elegant room with a veranda overlooking the lake After a good lunch or dinner you can take a stroll around the beautiful Torbole In the heart of Limone sul Garda you can eat with a view of the marina We do not use the word “heart” by chance because inside the room you will find the “living rock” on which it stands we recommend that you book a table on the charming first floor balcony At the end of a stone alley overlooking the lake is this delightful trattoria You will taste a series of dishes inspired by the Garda tradition we recommend booking the romantic outdoor table located in the first row pieds dans l’eau A beautiful garden one step away from the lake Here you have the feeling of “kilometer zero” this restaurant with a garden directly overlooks the lake The perfect combination to eat while relaxing A beautiful place for excellent lake fish presented with care and creativity Let yourself be pampered by the tranquility of the place that will make every dish even more special This restaurant is nestled in the heart of Sirmione Very suggestive to eat both externally with lake view and internally A very chic farmhouse immersed in the countryside Take the opportunity to visit the nearby monumental tower of San Martino della Battaglia Casa dei Pescatori is located on the Sirmione peninsula a short distance from the Scaligero castle Restaurant and Residence are adjacent and both have a convenient private parking Comfortable and informal place to enjoy excellent lake fish with all the friendliness of the staff You will admire the splendor of large wisteria plants that form the roof of the external pergola Easy and traditional environment to feel at home which we imagine has made you dream of a hearty meal with excellent company all that remains is to be against etiquette and shout a nice “Bon appetit!” For any questions about your holiday on Lake Garda, do not hesitate to contact us by commenting on this article or writing on our social channels (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok) Silvia Turazza – Redazione Garda Outdoors The Bella Italia Campsite is a magical place that takes over-heated Sophie WhiteMon 11 Jul 2016 at 03:30Once you have kids the goalposts of what you consider a good holiday to be what really makes a perfect holiday is not uninterrupted relaxation (ha) or perfect weather or cultural enrichment All we can really hope for on a family holiday is tantrum-limitation and damage-  control I planned a holiday in the company of the highly mercurial person I made myself and the person with whom I made this histrionic little cutie I contemplated our pending week in Northern Italy on the shores of Lake Garda with a grim set to my mouth and the kind of resolve-steeling that GI's presumably engage in before being deployed into battle I've done enough of this parenting business to know that the first trade-off for a week of lakeside luxury (punctuated by tantrums) was the two-hour plane journey required to get there the plane was populated by professional parents who clearly knew their shit when it came to international babysitting My lack of preparation and forethought was immediately exposed by my dearth of in-flight entertainment for the toddler All I had by way of distraction was two small toy cars and a bag of dried mango A family of five two rows away had a mobile entertainment system that rivalled anything from MTV Cribs I spent the plane journey desperately trying to shield my son from the knowledge that a thing called an iPad exists we were greeted by our resort representative and could immediately abandon all thinking and revert to sheep-mode We were shown to our bus and spirited through the northern Italian countryside to our destination Bella Italia Campsite on the southern end of lovely Lake Garda My idea of a campsite is mainly gleaned from gloomy arranged in resigned rows gazing bleakly out on steel grey Irish waters so I was ready to be impressed by virtually anything On arriving at Bella Italia on a sunny May morning first on the agenda was check-in and a stroll around our new neighbourhood I was beginning to feel tentatively optimistic about the holiday; then I saw the first of the many playgrounds on site within spitting distance of our holiday bungalow The sight of a playground to a beleagured parent is akin to the sight of an oasis to a parched castaway on a desert island And I'd already passed TWO between reception and our accommodation I resolved then and there to never holiday anywhere else again Bella Italia is a huge complex about the size of three or four Stephen's Greens stuck together; despite this which I resented somewhat as any time I tried to lose my family The site hosts about 8,000 holiday-makers at peak capacity but it doesn't feel crowded and runs remarkably efficiently especially as more than half of those holidaymakers seem to be children I would hazard a guess that the children outnumber the adults two to one easily almost like a factory for familial harmony over-tired and grumpy from air travel and disruption of the all-important routine onto the Bella Italia conveyor belt and watch by a process of playgrounds every 50 metres exhausted parent on the same conveyor belt and feel a transformation take place After possibly years (depending on how far down this road of breeding you've gone) of sleep deprivation we are delivered from our children by wagons purveying Nutella crepes impossibly understanding waiters who seem to genuinely enjoy our children's presence and divine Italian pizza at least once a day the man and I would agree that we would never be taking our children anywhere else until they were 18 - it was heaven We saw the occasional childless group of 20-somethings strolling gingerly around amid the armies of knee-high lunatics who clearly owned the place but had the haunted look of people whose holiday was being somewhat invaded by a harsh dose of reality With life running so smoothly within the confines of the campsite it was tempting and indeed very possible to simply spend the week barricaded inside the parameters There are several restaurants to choose from shops selling various inflatable pool toys There's a doctor on site; there's even a hairstylist Your every need is catered for just a short stroll from your front door Who needs to find the real northern Italian experience I could have happily lived out my days there sunbathing under the trees in front of our two-bed self-catered bungalow the self-catered thing is the only way to go with littlies Most days we ate lunch out in the restaurants and did breakfast and dinner at home as in my experience dinner out with a toddler is so not worth it We did venture further afield a couple of times and found that the surrounding area is every bit as welcoming to children as Bella Italia Italians love children; a few people had mentioned this to me before the holiday This warmth is a lovely thing for a parent more accustomed to side-eye and eye-rolling upon entering an Irish restaurant or cultural centre accompanied by their sticky kids On the recommendation of our Topflight rep Ulaf - who was on hand to make sure that basically everything from booking tours to arranging a buggy for us was taken care of - we took the bus from the campsite to the nearby city of Verona to take in the sites with a guided tour I steeled myself just praying that my companions As we followed our wonderfully engaging tour guide around that beautiful dusky pink city - Verona is largely built from rose coloured limestone from the nearby Valpolicella region - I was relieved to discover that toddlers and golden oldies are actually well-matched in the walking tour stakes the pace and frequent stops suited us all perfectly The city is a very manageable 40 minutes from Bella Italia and boasts one of the largest amphitheatres in Italy an impressive structure so well preserved it is still in use for music concerts and festivals with a capacity of 16,000 though in ancient times it held an incredible 30,000 spectators Seemingly everywhere in Verona - a UNESCO heritage site - there is stunning architecture from antiquity through Medieval and Renaissance periods to admire Strolling the streets offers the perfect way to drink in perfectly preserved sculptures shady vine-draped courtyards and the general atmosphere of romance A visit to the balcony of Shakespeare's doomed heroine Juliet turned out to be a bit of a scrum as eager tourists elbowed and jostled each other out of the way to cop a feel of a bronze statue of the tragic lover standing in a tiny courtyard beneath the balcony Juliet's breasts have been molested so enthusiastically over the years that the right one has actually gone shiny I spent a long time in the dark enclosed alley leading to the courtyard reading the messages crowding the walls left by lovers who visited the romantic site Scrawled proclamations of undying devotion shout over one another and stretch from the ground underfoot to the curved ceiling above Fortified by delights from the market stalls in Piazza Delle Erbe - they do a sort of portable sweet fondue with gooey chocolate and skewered fruit that is just what one needs to fuel relaxed aimless wandering of the sort done on holidays - we headed homeward to our lakeside retreat Another jaunt out of the campsite took us to the nearby town of Peschiera From here we went by boat to explore the town's fortress that is bordered by a series of interconnecting canals After the injection of history and culture which satisfied the toddler for many a tantrum-free hour There are roller-coasters that the man adored and costumed characters aplenty The toddler was enrolled in The Kung Fu Panda Academy for a happy stint the highlight of which was one of those freaky glass tunnels where sharks eyeball you as you amble through and incongruously cheerful-looking rays glide overhead we struck out from our campsite refuge and took on an arguably more edifying adventure the procuring of and use of the bikes was incredibly easy We rocked up to the Bella Italia bike rental shop and were fitted out with bikes helmets and toddler carrier in under 10 minutes We chose a gorgeous 40km round trip downriver to the town of Valeggio Sul Mincio for our Famous Family Go Cycling adventure Our destination was the gardens of Parco Giardino Sigurta where visitors can explore the 10km of pathways and trails of this beautiful estate by foot surrounding countryside and the farm where the toddler lost his mind over goats and deer while the man and I lost our minds to a repetitive cycle of Old McDonald we broke for lunch at an idyllic riverside restaurant in a huge garden where the toddler could roam free pestering other families and playing with the provided toys The cycle back gave me time to ponder the question: How the hell will we ever coax the toddler back on that plane and convince him to leave this paradise of pizza and piazzas It might be time to purchase that iPad after all Sophie travelled to Lake Garda with Topflight staying at the highly sought after four-star Bella Italia in Peschiera Topflight offer holidays to Lake Garda with flights from Dublin Bella Italia is also perfectly located for day trips to Gardaland The sunny terrace was just feet from the water’s edge and commanded views of the lake The waiters wore dapper matching shirts and caps; the white tablecloths were pristine the simple pasta dish and crisp white wine Scott to arrive with their entourage at any moment Relax with a coffee or gelato in the bustling square in the centre of Verona Formerly the town forum during Roman times it is a vibrant mix of architectural influences from classical Roman architecture with the Palazzo Maffei adorned with sculptures of Roman Gods to the 12th century Torre de Lamberti — a 85-metre tower built as a lookout to warn off invading Venetians The first draft of this insert contained 900 words not everybody is as obsessed as I am when it comes to pizza our relationship is platonic but if it was physically possible for a human and a pizza to take their relationship to the next level My goal for this trip was to eat pizza at least once a day Last Updated on 30th January 2024 by Sophie Nadeau Serene Lake Garda is located in the north of Italy in the foothills of the Alps A dream worthy destination full of swoon-worthy vistas Here’s your ultimate guide to the best things to do in Lake Garda as well as some top travel tips to know before you go Please note that Lake Garda is known as Lago di Garda in Italian If you love romance, beautiful scenery, and mouthwatering food (and, to be honest, who doesn’t?), then you should look no further for reasons to visit Lake Garda, the largest lake in Italy, which can be found in the region of Lombardy A visit to the area during any time of the year feels akin to stepping into a movie set as referenced by the fact that countless movies and TV shows have used Lake Garda as a filming location Of course, thanks to its enormous size, the best way to truly enjoy Lake Garda at a relaxed pace is over the course of several days, and this is probably why many people choosing to honeymoon in Italy select Lake Garda as a go-to destination Check here for tour details from Verona and here for tour details from Venice As one of the most popular vacation spots in Italy there’s no shortage of fantastic places to stay on Lake Garda though you should note that they often tend to be on the pricier side of things as it is a sought after destination be sure to book your accommodation as soon as you have your dates set as hotels will likely only go up in price I also recommend renting a car to help you get around the area Check car rental comparison prices here. Otherwise here are some of our top recommendations for places to stay in Lake Garda based on location and web-reviews: Budget- Lake Garda Beach Hostel: This laid-back hostel is located right on the shores of the lake and you can either book mixed dorms, or for an extra fee, pay for a private room. There’s a breakfast buffet served on the terrace and access to a private beach. Check prices and availability here. Mid-range- Hotel Benaco Nodari Giovanni & C. Sas: This three-star hotel is situated on the northern shore of Lake Garda and boasts amenities such as free parking, a breakfast buffet, and a terrace with a hot tub. Check prices and availability here. Luxury- Lefay Resort & SPA Lago di Garda: For an unforgettable stay during your time in Lake Garda, you’ll want to book yourself into this five-star hotel. Highlights include sweeping views, a wellness centre, two swimming pools, and an on-site restaurant. Check prices and availability here. While you can always opt for public transportation, in order to get the most out of your visit (including the flexibility to check out hidden gems and more off the beaten path locations), you’ll want to rent your own car. Check out car rental comparison prices here. The area surrounding the delightful town of Sirmione has been inhabited since around 6000 BCE and became a popular resort for wealthy families from Verona during Roman times Sirmione remains a popular resort town and some highlights include the Scaligero Castle and Grotto of Cattulo This charming little town is best-known for its charming streets Some of the best things to do in town include the 16th-century built Fortress of Peschiera del Garda and relaxing on one of the many beaches close to Peschiera del Garda Postcard-worthy Salò has a population of just 10000 residents and its rather compact nature means that it’s best explored on foot Highlights you won’t want to miss include the Salo Museum where you can learn more about Lake Garda and its surroundings and the picturesque Zanardelli lakefront Limone sul Garda is a small town with just over 1000 inhabitants the only way to reach the town way by boat or directly through the mountains the name Limone probably does not derive from the abundance of lemons in the area but instead from the ancient word for elm or boundary one of the main attractions in town is Museo dei Pescatori Picture perfect Malcesine is a small town on the eastern shore of the lake Highlights include narrow lanes filled with quaint cafés and vibrant shopping opportunities The town is also home to the remains of a 13th-century medieval castle Riva del Garda has long been a favourite haunt of those who love sailing and other water sports activities The historic town can be found on the northern tip of the lake and boasts a medieval centre (which is presided over by the 13th-century stone Apponale clock tower) and postcard worthy views of the lake itself The town is also famed for its special Riva del Garda lemons which were brought from the Liguria Riviera to Lake Garda by monks in the 13th-century and have been cultivated in the surrounding countryside ever since the best way to experience the lemons for yourself is to sample some of the local citrus-infused cuisine or by heading to a market to buy some of these succulent fruits for yourself This small tourist resort is closely associated with cobbled lanes and intense floral displays during the summer months This Lake Garda settlement has a population of around 2700 and is a quiet spot to escape the hustle and bustle of busy modern day life Situated on the eastern shores of Lake Garda this picturesque waterside village is famed for its oil and wine production and its churches some of which date all the way back to the 12th-century The town is rather unique in that it is herring-bone in shape; streets are perpendicular to the water The sleepy little town of Desenzano del Garda can be found on the southern shore of Lake Garda and is particularly famed for its well-preserved Roman villa boasting mosaic floors which can be admired by heading to The Antiquarium at Via Crocefisso 22 Windsurfing is one of the most popular activities to partake in close to Torbole which is also known as Nago–Torbole (as the two towns have been administratively merged) The town has a population of just under 3000 residents and some of the main attractions in town include hiking and water sports activities This small yet charming town has been a popular place to live for many millennia and thanks to archaeological excavations of a nearby pile-dwelling village it’s been ascertained that there were already people living in the vicinity by the Early Bronze Age (1900 – 200 BCE) A local resident by the name of  Pompeo Molmenti created a popular local rosé known as Chiaretto which is a deep cherry colour Lazise lies on the southeastern shores of Lake Garda and is prized for its charming landscapes and historic appeal One of the most culturally important slices of architecture in this town of just under 7000 residents are the well-preserved Scaliger Walls which date back to the 14th-century and once surrounded the entire town this medieval village lies in the foothills of Alpine peaks giving it a unique ambiance of being between the water and the rocky mountains The rustic charm can easily be felt here by giving yourself an hour or so to wander around the cobbled lanes and allow Villa Canale to reveal itself to you Those who wish to be fulls transported back in time would do well to head to the “Rustico Medioevo” festival Nestled on the eastern shores of Lake Garda the delightful Torri del Benaco is presided over by Scaligero Castle an impressive fortress constructed during the Middle Ages on the grounds of a former Roman fort one of the best things to do in and around Lake Garda is to stroll around the little lakeside towns and soak up their ambiance If you only have time to visit a few towns be sure to prioritise ones such as Sirmione If you wish to experience a hidden gem of a town The beautiful road of Strada della Forra (known in English as Road of the Gorge) is famed for its windy nature was called the ‘eighth wonder of the world’ by Winston Churchill and has been featured in a number of films over the years including as a backdrop in the filming of the Quantum of Solace James Bond film This gem of a location is an aesthetic spot made famous on social media thanks to its sheer beauty The promontory is the site of a 15th-16th-century villa which is surrounded by Cypress trees swaying in the breeze and the azure waters of the lake The site is best visited at sunset when candy colours dance through the sky and across the water then one of the best things to do when visiting Lake Garda is to keep an eye out for filming locations Thanks to the beauty of the water and its surroundings a number of blockbuster movies have been filmed here This includes Quantum of Solace and Call Me By Your Name then you won’t want to miss out on this Middle Ages masterpiece which can be found in the historic centre of Sirmione Water actually goes into the outer courtyard and boats would have moored here in times gone by The Castle is managed as part of the Garda Museums complex and The stunning hidden gem (known as Lake Tenno in English) is a small body of water close to the northern shore of Lake Garda You can go swimming there or simply relax on its shores you can even reach the central island (which is surrounded by water during the cooler months of the year) one of the best ways to truly appreciate all that Lake Garda has to offer is by taking a boat ride out on the water Here are some of our top picks (featuring a variety of budgets and activities): One of the best ways to indulge during a trip to Italy is by getting a glimpse of local life and perhaps nowhere is this easier to do than by taking a trip to the market There’s a market almost every day of the week depending on which town/ village you go to: The small rocky outcrop of Rocca di Manerba is located on the southwestern shores of Lake Garda and is named for its medieval fortification period Used as a fortress since at least Roman times today you can hike to the top of the hill to enjoy gorgeous views over the lake The Italianate hillside estate of Vittoriale degli Italiani is a true delight for garden lovers and is where where the Italian poet and novelist Gabriele D’Annunzio lived between 1922 until his death in 1938 Today you can visit the museum and its surrounding park for a small fee the historic church dedicated to Saint Peter in Mavino dates back to the 8th-century CE It’s one of the oldest ecclesiastical buildings in the area is free to visit (though optional donations are always welcome) The little island of Isola del Garda is one of the most romantic spots in Lake Garda and is the largest island on the lake and previous uses include as a Roman burial ground Yet another small island which you can check out during your time in Lake Garda is Isola San Biagio The island is open to visitors from around 1st of May until the 15th of September each year and you’ll have to pay a small admission charge to set foot on the island You can reach the island by ferry from “Porto Torchio” or by boat Located within the Parco Grotta Cascate Varone, the Varone waterfall is known as Cascate Varone in Italian and is a pair of waterfalls which cascade into a cave around 3 kilometetres north-west of Lake Garda. Open every day from 10 AM to 5 PM (with last admission at 4:30 PM), you can buy tickets on the park’s official website. One of the more unique ways to enjoy your time in Lake Garda is to go canyoning on a tour like this one. Taking place over the course of several hours over the course of your lesson you’ll leap into water and embark on a tour for beginners with low pressure that suits your comfort level Northern Italy is famed for its wines and so you’ll have a great excuse to sample the local wines and even go on a vineyard tour Here are some of our top picks for wine tours in the area: there’s no shortage of beautiful hikes surrounding Lake Garda one of the absolute best hikes in the area is to hike to Punta Larici then the hike takes around half an hour and will take you to around 900 meters above sea level where you can enjoy some pretty gorgeous views one of the best things to do in Italy is to indulge in Italian food there’s no shortage of mouthwatering dishes to sample Some special dishes which come directly from Lake Garda include: Enjoyed reading this travel guide to the best of Lake Garda Sophie Nadeau is a full time travel writer and photographer focused on cultural experiences in Europe and beyond When she's not chasing after the sunset (or cute dogs she sees on her travels) she can be found reading and website in this browser for the next time I comment Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value" This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. 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Privacy Policy Switch to the dark mode that's kinder on your eyes at night time Switch to the light mode that's kinder on your eyes at day time located on the southeastern shore of Lake Garda is best known for its popular camping site Bella Italia But did you know that it is also a beautiful historic fortified city with many sights? How about the medieval city center or the 19th century fortress These are the 10 most beautiful places of Peschiera del Garda The Lake Garda is a tourist attraction Peschiera is conveniently located on the southern shore of Lake Garda This makes it an important tourist destination in all seasons You will find many holiday parks and campsites here with a wide choice of accommodations some of which are a stone's throw from the historic center or the shores of Lake Garda In the summer period there is a pleasantly warm climate comparable to the climate on the Italian coasts but a great time to enjoy the tranquility and the picturesque view the Venetians built fortress walls to defend the city and port These impressive walls still surround the old city center The atmospheric old town offers the best of Peschiera: medieval churches The many shops and cozy terraces make the old town the biggest attraction Just outside the center is the large port of Peschiera del Garda This is the place to rent a boat trip on Lake Garda This is possible at Il Pentagono Boat Rent or Peschiera Boat Rent There is regular ferry service between Peschiera This allows you to avoid the traffic and enjoy a beautiful view Cycling enthusiasts can indulge themselves with the 40 kilometer long cycle path to Mantua (Mantova). Most of this trail runs along the Mincio River. Another well-known cycling route is the path towards the medieval village Borghetto sul Mincio (one of the most beautiful villages in Italy) During the bike ride you will come across old watermills beautiful fishing spots and inviting terraces this is of course what you came for in the first place: Lake Garda The largest activity takes place in and around the lake The pebble beaches attract many water and sun lovers The beach behind Camping Bella Italia has a wooden jetty The many ducks and swans provide some extra fun From this section you can walk along the lake in 10 minutes to the center where the water changes into the small marina Gardaland is one of the most popular Theme Parks in Italy This amusement park is only a 6-minute drive from the center count on a journey time of about 10 minutes thrilling white water rides and exciting children's attractions Gardaland is an experience for the whole family Tip: Search online in advance for cheaper entrance tickets to save euros Going on holiday to Italy with your dog? then you can Bracco Baldo Beach definitely don't skip it Dogs are allowed to run and swim on this municipal beach two people and a dog can make unlimited use of a (dog) lounger and parasol This fortress stands right on the border between Peschiera and Ponti sul Mincio It was built between 1856 and 1861 and still in excellent (original) condition For €5 you receive a private tour with many historical facts Attention fishing enthusiasts: it Museo Della Pesca E Delle Tradizioni Lacustrian is completely dominated by (old) lake boats fishing tackle from earlier times and documentation The museum is located on the middle 'island' of Peschiera Get acquainted with Italian delicacies from the museum this campsite has grown into a real village in itself It is therefore not necessary to sleep in a tent that you brought with you. Choose from overnight stays in a luxury hotel bungalow or rental tent or bring your own camper or tent Thanks to the animation team and extensive activities Camping Bella Italia is located on the magnificent Lake Garda but you don't have to leave the campsite for water fun you and the children will enjoy themselves to the fullest The pools are shallow and children can stand almost anywhere Nice overview of the facilities of Bella Italia on video: There is one deep pool for diving and swimming laps. There you have to swimming cap on the bath cap is not mandatory in the other pools of Camping Bella Italia View Camping Bella Italy Is Camping Bella Italia a bit too massive for you? Check out our list of the 15 most beautiful campsites on Lake Garda for more inspiration lunch and dinner at the campsite or in your hotel But sometimes you also want something different Be culinary surprised in one of the many cozy restaurants of Peschiera these are the best restaurants in Peschiera del Garda: An excellent restaurant for dinner and lunch Both the atmosphere and the food are very well rated Marco e Daniela Time is located in a busy street just outside the old city center The extensive menu offers a wide choice of different rice and fish dishes You will find I sushi parallel to the Mincio River The service at Zibò Bistro is very friendly: they help you make a choice This cozy restaurant is located on a main road Tip: you will find the best real Italian ice cream at La Gelateria Home Made located on Via Rocca (in the middle of the old town) From here you can walk through the old town with its cozy clothing and souvenir shops an impression on video of Peschiera del Garda: What do you think are the best in and around the city This is Italy is a web magazine aimed at lovers of the country We have been coming to Italy several times a year for almost 25 years to enjoy la dolce vita On ditisitalie.nl you will find Italy news Hi Bianca I want to go to camping bella italia next week I am alone and would like to discover Italy can you buy a tourist card there so you can travel unlimited in many cities you can buy day passes or passes for several days but for intercity buses this is usually not the case I suspect that you just have to buy a ticket on the bus I would have to find out myself which lines there are I'd love to hear about it if anyone knows so I can add this information to the article This is Italy is a web magazine by and for Italy lovers learn the Italian language with free and paid courses be inspired by Italian cuisine and culture Here you will also find everything about Italian regions the landscape of Italy and the famous Italian lakes Read more >> © 2009-2025 This is Italy is published by DYC media Crowds of Dutch people. Germans, Belgians, French, British and other Europeans choose to stay on Lake Garda every year. Not surprising, given the many attractions and sights in the area, the beautifully landscaped and well-equipped campsites and, last but not least, the Mediterranean climate. But of course the weather is not always good in Italy either. What can you do if you are bad weer during your holiday on Lake Garda Have you finally smashed that piggy bank to pay for 2 weeks of summer vacation in the high season on that expensive campsite Or maybe you bet on nice weather during that spring or autumn holiday but luckily there is a lot to do in this area in bad weather We are happy to take you through our personal tips but with a lot of charm and the largest Roman stadium after the Colosseum Verona is also a great day trip when the weather is nice But there is so much to do here that you can also have a great time when it is cold the Roman theater and the archaeological museum Tips for the best sights in Verona can be found here but also offers a large number of opportunities In Castelnuovo del Garda you will find one of the largest and most famous amusement parks in all of Italy A beautifully landscaped theme park full of attractions for children of all ages Especially if you are camping on Lake Garda with the whole family a trip is recommended and doable with drizzly weather Tip: Search online in advance for cheap entrance tickets to save on costs If you want to do something fun when you are with kids you can also take a trip to Reptiland in Riva del Garda or immerse yourself in the underwater world of Gardaland SeaLife In the southeastern corner of Lake Garde is Peschiera del Garda one of the most famous tourist places right on the lake But did you know that Peschiera is also a beautiful historic fortified town with many sights?  During a rainy holiday on Lake Garda you will discover the medieval city center museums and the countless cozy restaurants and shops Here we have the hotspots of Peschiera lined up for you Riva del Garda or one of those other nice places around the lake Maybe you don't stroll with a gelato on the boulevard but you will still have a good time with an extensive lunch or a visit to the shops there A rainy day is also a great opportunity to visit a museum You will find several interesting places around Lake Garda Do you like castles† Then be sure to visit the Rocca Scaligera in Sirmione a beautiful historic village on the shores of the lake You see: on Lake Garda there is something for everyone to see and do Are you on one of those well-known campsites on Lake Garda† Then it is not a problem at all that the weather is bad. on campings as Bella Italia Weekend and others there is always something to do From video games in the arcade to activities with the animation team and from good food in the camping restaurant to a board game in the relaxation room And what does it really matter if it rains if you do get wet when you slide down the waterslide There are plenty of activities that you can do in the drizzle or in the rain mountain biking around Lake Garda is a fun activity You can rent bicycles and equipment everywhere And hiking in the hills around Lake Garda is also great when the weather is bad You can climb at the climbing wall of Climbing Stadium di Arco or at the King Rock gym in Verona Ordinary cycling is also possible, if you are not afraid of a splash of water. You can rent bicycles everywhere for not too much money. A beautiful cycle path around the whole of Lake Garda is currently being worked on: Garda by Bike If you are already going full on the shop organ then you might want to visit such a large designer outlet visit Franciacorta Outlet Village or Mantova Outlet When the rain is pouring down from the sky And where better than in a wine or beer tasting Around Lake Garda you will find several wineries where you can take tours and taste the best wines of the region (Bardolino!) Do we really need to add this item to the list And a little less weather is an excellent opportunity to unpack extra with a long the sun will shine again by the time you're exhausted Do the prospects look bad and you don't feel like going out in the rain at all Then you could also just get in the car and take a tour along Lake Garda If you sit in the popular southeast corner of the lake you will see that the north looks very different again During your ride you will pass all those popular places on the lake: Limone sul Garda In several places you drive directly along the lake and that looks nice even with heavy clouds and rain You can stop anywhere for lunch along the way The most famous spas of Lake Garda are the Terme Aquaria di Sirmione Some alternatives that can be found on the Veronese lake shore are the Villa dei Cedri Park in Colà di Lazise ​​​​​​Aquardens and Villa Quaranta in Valpolicella or the thermal center and Spa of Hotel Caesius This is how you turn a rainy day into a wonderful pampering day Do you have any tips for activities that you can do in Italy with bad weather Leave a comment below this article and you will help other Italy lovers the province of Verona was hit by another violent outbreak of bad weather Earlier this week the weather around Lake Garda was also bad but yesterday's storm surpassed everything from Lake Garda and Valpolicella to the eastern and lower regions Several messages are coming in from affected holidaymakers around Lake Garda Weather organization Estofex had warned of "extremely dangerous storms" in parts of Italy The storm resulted in large hailstones and flooding in some streets of Milan Enjoying a well-deserved holiday #Italy 🇮🇹 NOT! #peschiera. What misery people are experiencing here because of the terrible hailstorms and what a havoc. Fortunately, the damage is not too bad with us because we were under a cloth with our car. pic.twitter.com/S9GGNufKJj The storm was very localized and announced itself with an abundance of flashes of lightning before the storm broke This was accompanied by huge hailstones the size of tennis balls The city of Verona also did not escape the devastating effect of yesterday's storm Temporary power cuts were reported in some neighborhoods crops and vineyards were destroyed by the hail storm On the shores of Lake Garda, especially in Castelnuovo del Garda and Peschiera del Garda Belgian and German holidaymakers were surprised by the sudden violence of the storm Holidaymakers on the other side of Lake Garda from damaged bodywork to shattered windshields In the municipality of Peschiera del Garda emergency services had to turn out en masse to provide assistance to a dozen people injured during the hailstorm fire and police also had to be on the scene some of the injured were taken to hospitals in Verona One person was transported in critical condition 2 others in serious condition and the rest in stable condition According to the latest update from Governor Zaia the total number of injured and emergency admissions could rise lake gardastormPeschiera del Garda Is the Aosta Valley in the summer a true hiking paradise now people are getting ready for an optimal winter sports season For many people it is still an undiscovered gem hidden behind the four Alpine giants Mont Blanc These form the beautiful backdrop for an unforgettable winter sports holiday Valle d'Aosta is located just across the French-Italian border and therefore has a unique atmosphere and a delicious menu with authentic Because the ski areas are generally a bit higher in Valle d'Aosta there is already more than two meters of fresh snow on the mountain in Breuil-Cervinia and the snow is already showing itself in the valley Here you will also find the longest descent in the world (22 km) an authentic alpine village at the foot of Mont Blanc you will find the nicest restaurants and shops with high-tech gondolas that ascend steeply to Mont Blanc no one has to crowd for the most beautiful view of the glacier and mountain peaks a funicular goes to Pila; a natural balcony with a 360° view of the highest peaks of the Alps Crévacol and other smaller ski areas are ideal for families The price level is also generally very friendly in Valle d'Aosta Cross-country skiing enthusiasts will enjoy themselves in the valleys: With hundreds of kilometers of trails, both beginners and advanced skiers can make beautiful trips. Enjoy the magical white landscape with forests, lakes and phenomenal views! Look here for an overview of different routes Of course there are beautiful slopes for the novice and advanced skier and families will find a warm welcome But because of the spectacular mountain scenery fans of the rougher winter sports work will also find great things to do in Valle d'Aosta: ice climbing For an impression of what the region has to offer Aosta ValleyskiingValle d'Aostawinter sports Lake Garda in Italy is a popular European holiday destination in the summer months. It is therefore not surprising that you will find a wide choice of campsites here. A campsite on Lake Garda in the region Lombardy offers you everything you need: freedom Whether you are looking for a campsite with slides and a large playground you will find everything you are looking for and more here But to make the choice for your Italy holiday a little easier we have selected the 15 most beautiful campsites on Lake Garda especially for you We have made a choice between large and somewhat smaller campsites with pitches and rental accommodations There are many real children's and teenagers' campsites We have also made a nice selection of places around the lake. fishpond, Lazise, Desenzano, Garda. From the East Bank to the South Bank to the West Bank, they're all covered in our list of the best campsites in the Lake Garda The campsites below all receive a high score from campers like you on the review platforms Zoover and TripAdvisor There are large and luxurious 5-star campsites with slides and a swimming paradise but also quieter (somewhat) smaller-scale campsites Are you looking for some smaller campsites in less touristy places or on the north side of Lake Garda? Then look at the page Small campsites in Italy for the necessary inspiration for your camping holiday most luxurious and best campsites around Lake Garda One of the best rated and most beautiful campsites on Lake Garda is Bella Italia, a glamping in the town of Peschiera del Garda This 5-star campsite is a campsite that will delight the whole family The water paradise with children's pools and various slides entertainment program and various restaurants make this a top family campsite for all ages At camping Bella Italia you can rent a luxury lodge tent or hotel suite: these accommodations come under glamping. Of course you can also rent a bungalow, mobile home or a beautiful camping pitch here. In the immediate vicinity you will find a private pebble beach. The nearest shops are in the town fishpond View Camping Bella Italy The second campsite on the list also falls under the heading of glamping and is certainly one of the most beautiful and nicest campsites around Lake Garda. Camping Villagio Weekend is located in San Felice del Benaco and offers various options regarding overnight stays. This one by the ANWB recognized campsite is also called the showpiece on Lake Garda For children there is a beautiful swimming paradise with separate paddling pool and slides The changing entertainment program for children offers the necessary entertainment At Camping Village Weekend there are excursion possibilities to the opera of Verona View Camping Village Weekend Camping Piantelle is located in the town of Moniga del Garda Choose from various accommodations including apartments or a mobile home In the restaurant you can enjoy the tastiest local specialties such as a handmade pizza or wine from the immediate area the dog who welcomes all his canine friends View Campsite Piantelle there is a lot to experience around Lake Garda View Campsite Fornella located on the southeastern side of Lake Garda This large and luxurious campsite is fully equipped Take a dip in the beautiful swimming pool with various slides or swing along during one of the disco evenings Sports and games have also been thought of at Piani di Clodia campsite you will find relaxation in the form of table tennis the fitness room or with the entertainment program for adults or children The site is guarded day and night and has illuminated paths and roads Looking for the nicest campsite around Lake Garda for kids or a nice teenage campsite View Campsite Piani di Clodia Camping Butterfly is also worth mentioning this is a beautiful campsite a stone's throw from Peschiera The pebble beach of Pioppi is just a five-minute walk away The campsite itself has a beautiful swimming pool and a safe children's pool with slide This campsite is all about peace and space there is a nice entertainment program for children and WiFi available View Campsite Butterfly Campeggio del Garda is located directly on Lake Garda in Peschiera Beautiful swimming pools and a new sun terrace have been built here since 2015 you can enjoy a natural view and water sports The restaurant on site serves excellent Italian meals the entertainment team keeps the kids entertained everyone comes alive during the Late Night shows At this campsite you can choose from a mobile home View Campeggio del Garda If you are looking for one of the most beautiful campsites on Lake Garda then you should definitely try this glamping in Manerba del Garda Here you can enjoy a luxurious camping holiday in a mobile home with a veranda or opt for a spacious pitch for up to six people You don't have to leave the site for an errand: the campsite has several shops and restaurants There is also plenty to see and experience in the immediate vicinity View Camping Baia Verde one of the most beautiful campsites on Lake Garda and a ten-minute walk from the famous town of Lazise The campsite has a private beach on Lake Garda and is equipped with heated swimming pools with slides and separate children's pool This campsite is completely dominated by greenery which is also clearly reflected in the decoration from a restaurant and snack bar to a sun terrace and entertainment team visit Aquapark Canevaworld or Gardaland theme park View Camping Du Parc On the southeastern side of Lake Garda we find Camping Lido a medium-sized family campsite with a great water park Young and old will feel at home here thanks to the entertainment program for adults and children evening entertainment and the presence of sports and games Dogs are more than welcome at this campsite Spend the night in a mobile home or rent one of the beautifully landscaped camping pitches View Camping Lido Spending the night at the most beautiful glamping sites and campsites on Lake Garda is becoming increasingly popular Camping (or rather: glamping) Eden offers you various mobile homes and tents The terraced pitches are set against the steep hills the other part being level ground and spacious pitches this campsite is certainly one of the most beautiful campsites on Lake Garda Camping Eden has a private beach and private pool with three water slides and separate children's pool In the summer months there is an animation team adults will find relaxation on the fitness equipment the golf course or one of the other sports fields The campsite is equipped with a restaurant Camping Eden rightly receives the predicate of one of the best campsites on Lake Garda View Campsite Eden Another beautiful campsite right on Lake Garda. Here you will spend the night in a luxury mobile home, safari tent or air lodge you will also find 531 pitches on this campsite The campsite is suitable for couples or families with children The supermarket is open throughout the season Camping La Rocca has an outdoor pool with swimming pool You can enjoy a snack and a drink in the two restaurants or at the bar For the young guests there is an entertainment programme Click Camping La Rocca Lazise is rightly one of the prettiest villages on Lake Garda Camping Belvedere is located in this village the campsite realized new private bathrooms as well as the construction of new toilet areas At camping Belvedere you spend the night in a mobile home At the reception they speak Dutch as well as Italian and English In Lazise you will find the old Ring Wall and the 11th century castle Along Lake Garda is a boulevard with cozy restaurants and various shops View Campsite Belvedere At Camping San Francesco you can recharge your batteries in beautiful surroundings The campsite is located on the south side of Lake Garda in the town of Desenzano del Garda which is reflected in the many restaurants The campsite – and one of the best around Lake Garda – is equipped with two swimming pools of different depths Those who want to spend the night here can choose from a mobile home Click Campsite San Francesco Are you looking for a small campsite on Lake Garda You will hardly find it smaller than Camping San Giorgio Vacanze on the popular Lake Garda this is the smallest campsite on Lake Garda And Camping San Giorgio Vacanze is not only a small-scale campsite Camping San Giorgio Vacanze is located in the town of Manerba del Garda This campsite has an outdoor swimming pool a sun terrace and a nice playground for the children The mini market is open daily in the summer months but this also applies to the restaurant annex pizzeria the camping site still offers some facilities such as billiards In the immediate vicinity you will find a pebble beach Click Campsite San Giorgio Vacanze The 15 most beautiful campsites on Lake Garda Of course there are more beautiful campsites but the bThe above most beautiful campsites on Lake Garda all score between 7,5 and 8,6 on Zoover and they receive good reviews from Dutch and Flemish people This makes them one of the top campsites on Lake Garda With this you are assured of a luxurious and wonderful holiday in Northern Italy Of course you should keep in mind that Lake Garda is the most popular tourist region in all of Italy and that you will have to share the area with many other Dutch many campsites have the option to bring your dog or other pet Check beforehand with the campsite of your preference whether it also applies there You can choose the somewhat mountainous north of Lake Garda or the more touristy south Almost all places are beautiful around Lake Garda but on the southeastern shores it is the busiest and you will find the largest campsites There is actually no 'best route' to Lake Garda. You can take both the Switzerland route and the Austria route. Both routes can be very busy in high season for the Gotthard Tunnel, Fern Pass and Brenner Pass. In terms of time, the two routes hardly differ from each other. You can also make it depend on where you on the way to Italy want to stay overnight Hotels in Switzerland are generally expensive Children will have a great time at a campsite on Lake Garda. In this popular tourist region, they find many Dutch-speaking children with whom they can quickly make friends. There is plenty to do around Lake Garda: water sports, mountain biking, visiting towns, eating ice cream, to Venice, to Verona, amusement park Gardaland Prepare for hot summers and chilly winters Because the lake is surrounded by mountains The beautiful weather will certainly last until the end of September At many campsites on Lake Garda, a swimming cap in the pool luckily no longer needed Many foreign tourists see no point at all in strictly following the excessive Italian hygiene rules On the booking page of the campsite you will usually find whether a bathing cap is mandatory or not That is Camping Bella Italia near Peschiera This popular 5-star campsite has a water paradise with slides and children's pools a full entertainment program and several restaurants Here you will find many Dutch families with children so you don't have to worry about whether they are enjoying themselves Do you have any other tips for great campsites on Lake Garda What's the best campground you've camped at around the lake Feel free to pass this on in a comment on this article We wish you a very pleasant camping holiday on Lake Garda campingslake gardaglampingcamping