Being only about 35 minutes from Verona by car, we squeezed in two visits to Lake Garda.
Lake Garda is a stunning destination located in northern Italy. It is the largest lake in the country and is surrounded by picturesque towns and breathtaking landscapes. As a popular tourist destination, it attracts visitors from all over the world.
One of the main attractions of Lake Garda is its crystal-clear waters, which are perfect for swimming, sailing, and other water activities. The lake is also surrounded by beautiful beaches, where visitors can relax and soak up the sun. This was certainly the case in Bardolino which with all its holiday accommodation seemed completely geared up for tourists. Certainly we saw many people sunbathing or enjoying a swim. To get out of the heat of the day we took refuge in a hotel and enjoyed some cool lemonade.
The towns around Lake Garda are full of charm and character. We never quite made it to Sirmione, known for its medieval castle and thermal baths. But we did visit Lazise and Peschiera del Garda.
Both towns were similar in atmosphere and style, although Peschiera is the bigger of the two. There were plenty of old buildings, restaurants and bars, and each had its own harbour. During the evening in Peschiera, it was apparent just how much of the lake’s shore has been developed, as there were lights surrounding the lake for as far as the eye could see.
Although by no means a quiet location, Lake Garda looked very interesting and we do plan to return at some point in the future.
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