Lake Garda's Fascinating Mountain Landscapes

A stroll along the waterfront promenade is the best way to experience the unique atmosphere of the Old Town.

Hotel (example): Hotel Velora

To get you in the mood, you’ll enjoy a hike along the famous Ponale Trail, a stunning path carved into the rock with sweeping views of Lake Garda. Afterward, you’ll head to Lake Ledro in the peaceful high valley. Historic pile dwellings tell of times long gone, while small ice cream parlors and swimming spots along the shore invite you to linger. Take a leisurely stroll along the lakeside path to today’s destination.

Hotel (example): Hotel Locanda Le Tre Oche

The mountains are calling! A challenging summit hike to Monte Cocco awaits. The ascent is rewarded with a sweeping panoramic view of Lake Ledro and the famous Mount Tremalzo. On the Ledro Trek high-altitude trail, you’ll continue hiking to the striking statue of the Madonna, which towers over the valley from a rocky outcrop. After taking in the magnificent panoramic views, you’ll return to your hotel via the lower Ledro Trek or along the lakeside path.

Hotel (example): Hotel Locanda Le Tre Oche

Today’s itinerary features a varied hike from Lake Ledro back to Lake Garda. You’ll hike through dense forests up to Passo Nota, where the Rifugio Alpini invites you to take a break. Via the Bocca Fortini Pass and pleasant forest and gravel trails, the route continues to Baita Segalla. At Passo Guil, the long descent through the quiet Singol Valley finally begins. Today’s destination is the picturesque lemon-growing town of Limone on Lake Garda, where a refreshing lemon ice cream awaits you.

Hotel (example): Sogno del Benaco

Take the cable car up to Monte Baldo. Even during the ride, the rotating gondola offers sweeping views of the entire Lake Garda. At the top, the Ventrar Trail along steep rock faces and the ridge trail to Cima Pozzone await you. On a section of the European long-distance hiking trail E7, you’ll experience the alpine side of the Monte Baldo massif with its rugged rock formations. After a break at a mountain hut, you’ll return to the valley. In the lively center of Malcesine, Scaliger Castle is worth a visit.

Hotel (example): Hotel Lago di Garda

From the lakeshore, the trail first climbs up into the alpine pasture landscape above Lake Garda. Through shady forests, you’ll ascend to Malga Zures, where the small wishing chapel and the summit cross invite you to take a detour. You then follow the Sentiero della Pace past imposing rock formations. Across the fields of Nago and through vineyards and olive groves, you descend to Torbole, a popular meeting place for sailors and kitesurfers.

Hotel (example): Caravel

The route leads up to Nago via the historic road of Santa Luzia. Passing rocky climbing walls, the trail winds through a chestnut grove and continues to a rocky plateau with a summit cross. At Monte Corno, you’ll find accessible tunnels, old adits, and ruins. Time and again, beautiful views open up of Lake Garda, lying far below. At the end of the hike, you’ll pass the Giants’ Rock Holes and return to lively Riva.

Hotel example: Hotel Velora