Activities to do on Lake Garda
Excursions, Sport, Food, Wine and Shopping: tips for planning your holiday.
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Lake Garda, with its breathtaking landscapes, old villages and a wide range of activities, is a destination that can satisfy every type of tourist, offering unforgettable moments and places to discover in every season.
On this page, you can find out what to do on Lake Garda during your holiday: from relaxing walks to more adventurous excursions, from sporting activities to shopping in historic town centres, without forgetting the typical local products.
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5 TYPICAL DISHES FROM LAKE GARDA
From 'bigoli con le sarde' to 'spiedo bresciano', five typical dishes from Lake Garda based on fish and meat.
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TOP 10 TYPICAL PRODUCTS OF LAKE GARDA
The typical products of Lake Garda; a practical guide to the food and wine excellence of the region.
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EXCURSIONS
THE GORG D'ABISS WATERFALL IN LEDRO VALLEY
Excursion on foot to the Gorg d'Abiss waterfall and the Roman bridge at Croina in Ledro Valley.
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THE TIBETAN BRIDGE OF CRERO
Naturalistic excursion to a hidden corner of Lake Garda, located in the municipality of Torri del Benaco.
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SPORT
TOP 10 SPORTS AT LAKE GARDA
The 10 best sports to practice on Lake Garda; a guide to the best sports activities to try during your holiday.
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PICNIC AND BARBECUE AREAS ON LAKE GARDA
Where to have packed lunches on Lake Garda; a guide to the main picnic and barbecue areas with detailed map.
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THE BARDOLINO WINE: A PRACTICAL GUIDE
History, types and qualities of Bardolino wine, one of the best known Italian wines in the world.
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SHOPPING
LAKE GARDA WEEKLY MARKETS
Comprehensive calendar of the main weekly markets of Lake Garda, useful information and detailed map.
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SPORT
TENNIS COURTS ON LAKE GARDA
Complete list of the main tennis courts on Lake Garda; useful information, telephone and detailed map.
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SPORT
GOLF COURSES ON LAKE GARDA
Complete list of the main golf courses on Lake Garda; useful information, telephone and detailed map.
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SHOPPING
LAKE GARDA SHOPPING CENTRES AND OUTLETS
List of the main shopping centres and outlets on Lake Garda, unmissable destinations for shopping lovers.
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GARDA DOP EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL
Characteristics and varieties of a famous local product: the Garda DOP Extra Virgin Olive Oil.
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EXCURSIONS
EXCURSION TO THE PUNTA LARICI TRAIL
From the village of Pregasina to Punta Larici, a mountain hike with panoramic view over Lake Garda.
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EXCURSION ON THE BUSATTE TEMPESTA TRAIL
The suspended staircase at Torbole sul Garda, a panoramic hike through the mountains of Lake Garda.
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EXCURSION ON THE PONALE TRAIL
A journey along the scenic trail that connects Riva del Garda with Pregasina and the Ledro Valley.
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EXCURSION TO THE FORRA ROAD
Discovering the legendary road that leads from Lake Garda up to the village of Pieve di Tremosine.
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SHOPPING
CHRISTMAS MARKETS ON LAKE GARDA
List of the main Christmas markets on Lake Garda and nearby cities, with the opening and closing dates.
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