Lake Garda: holidays are almost like in the Mediterranean

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It’s hard to resist the magic of Lago di Garda in Italy. With the view of a mountain lake in the north and vineyards and olive groves in the south, you feel like you are in the Mediterranean. A journey through various lakeside towns.

A jewel on the south coast is the town of Sirmione. It is located at the tip of a peninsula that extends to Lake Garda. Visitors can only reach the old town, with its narrow streets and picturesque houses, through the gate of Castle Scalier. There are countless beautiful little restaurants with views of the turquoise-shimmering Lake Garda. At the tip of the peninsula are the remains of a 17,000-square-foot Roman complex. The limestone terraces are just meters away. Swimming in this unique natural landscape is a must for all water lovers.

A typical Italian old town awaits the visitor in Salò. The town is located in a horseshoe-shaped cove on the western shore of Lake Garda. It is especially nice to approach Salò by boat. One of the most important churches of the lake, the Cathedral of Santa Maria Annunziata stands out from afar. But Salò also has one of the most beautiful pedestrian promenades. There are also several boutiques and bars.

The visitor encounters an enchanted garden in Gardone. More than 2000 different plants grow in the André Heller Botanical Garden. The paths twist through the green of the bushes and statues suddenly appear. Outside the garden, luxury villas from the Belle Époque and the noblest hotels in the Lake Garda region dominate the picture at Gardone.

Romeo and Juliet’s house is a few kilometers south of the lake. Every year thousands of people make a pilgrimage to Verona, where the fate of probably the most famous couple in world literature took place. But the city lures not only with love stories. There are nice shops to shop and elegant bars and restaurants to linger in. A visit to the arena is also a must. Tickets for summer opera and ballet evenings are available in all categories.

Lemon Beach The natural beauty of the Riviera dei Limoni had already inspired Johann Wolfgang von Goethe. Here you can enjoy the magnificent view of the sparkling Lake Garda. Gargnano Municipality is located on the western shore of Lake Garda and enjoys wonderful views and wonderful contrasts with the lake, plain, hills and mountains. Anyone looking for relaxation, adventure and fun will be delighted here. If you prefer to be even more sporty, Gargnano sul Garda offers many possibilities: sailing, diving, mountain biking, hiking or horse riding – everyone will find a suitable activity here.

Explore Lake Garda: Practical travel tips

• Time of journey
  The climate here is Mediterranean. The main travel season is summer, but autumn and spring are also attractive. Due to the lake’s water bodies, temperatures are relatively stable and the climate is temperate.
• be there
  It takes about 4 hours by car from Zurich. There are also daily train connections to Verona.
• Trip
  Greetings! All the important places on the lake are connected by a network of regularly operating ships. Tickets can be purchased at the pier.
• To sleep
  From simple to luxury: from campsites to luxury hostels, there is something for every taste.
• To eat
  Regional specialties: The standard cuisine program naturally includes fish: Freshly caught and pan-fried Lake Garda trout is not to be missed. Small fried sardines are also delicious. In addition, wines are grown from the south of Sirmione. Trebbi berry is recommended.

Source : Blick