Lago di Garda overview

Italy’s aquatic playground, Lago di Garda attracts all ages to its many attractions. Desenzano del Garda is the gateway to Lago di Garda, the southern shored town being somewhat of a transit hub. Nearby Sirmione is a village from a Harry Potter tale, complete with mazes of ruins and castles. The south-eastern corner houses two modern amusement parks for which to dump the kids at before taking advantage of quality time on the enchanting waters. To the north, stiff breezes attract windsurfers year-round, while Monte Baldo features fine ski slopes and hiker’s heaven sits atop the craggy Riva del Garda which towers over the lake. Unavoidable given the wide range of activities, Lago di Garda has become over-priced and over-developed, making advance bookings vital. Mussolini was famously captured and killed on these shores.