The best sights and attractions at Lake Garda
Would you like to take a break from training and spend a day exploring the area around Torbole? Then many doors are open to you, because there is so much to see and do at sights and attractions on Lake Garda. Here’s a curated best-of just for you.
Church of Sant’Andrea
Distance: 200 m
Visit the simple 18th-century Baroque church and be sure to take a look at the altarpiece by Giambettino Cignaroli. The church is one of the top attractions in Torbole, as it sits on a small hill and offers a wonderful view of the lake.
Belvedere viewpoint
Distance: 200 m
The viewpoint is located on a small rocky plateau above Torbole. Let your gaze wander over the roofs of the village and across the lake – can you spot the remains of the old wall that bear witness to a former settlement or tower?
The beach at Torbole
Distance: 700 m
The two beaches “Spiaggia di Torbole” and “Spiaggia Lungolago” are easily accessible from the AktivHotel SantaLucia. The pebble beaches on the crystal-clear water are popular starting points for surfers and stand-up paddleboarders. Settle yourself down and enjoy the lakeside feeling.
Canyoning at Lake Garda
Distance: 800 m
Canyon Adventures offers exciting canyoning and kayaking excursions, as well as climbing and via ferrata tours in the Garda Trentino region. The canyoning excursions take place daily in the numerous natural canyons around Torbole.
Surf school and rental
Distance: 1.1 km
The Surf Segnana sailing school offers windsurfing courses for children, beginners and experts alike, as well as equipment hire for various water sports.
Busatte – Tempesta panoramic trail
Distance: 1.5 km
The panoramic trail leads from Busatte above Torbole to Tempesta via scenic paths and green steel steps. The panoramic trail lives up to its name, as you get a fantastic view of the lake along the way, hike over gorges and pass spectacular viewpoints. In total, the outward and return route is 9.5 kilometres long, and the difference in altitude is 365 metres.
Busatte Adventure Park
Distance: 1.5 km
The adventure park is located at the beginning of the Busatte – Tempesta panoramic trail, just below the car park. Five courses covering varying difficulty levels challenge you with the opportunities to climb, balance and swing on climbing vines. Fun for all the family!
Riva del Garda
Distance: 4.5 km
In the narrow, romantic lanes in the heart of the lively village of Riva del Garda, you will find chic boutiques and inviting bars that are ideal for enjoying a creamy cappuccino or refreshing aperitif. You can take a trip back in time at the “Bastione” in Riva, a Venetian fortress, or at the La Rocca town museum.
Arco
Distance: 6.5 km
The village of Arco is located north of Torbole and Lake Garda on the River Sarca. In the old town you will find picturesque fountains, gates and passageways. The Arco Castle, one of the most beautiful fortresses in Trentino, is particularly well-known and has served as a subject for many world-famous painters.
Limone sul Garda
Distance: 17.5 km
The picturesque village of Limone is located on the western shore of Lake Garda and is surrounded by a lush natural landscape, making it particularly popular with sports and nature lovers. The village and the surrounding area have become famous for the cultivation of citrus fruits – hence the name Limone.
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Lake Garda is a particularly popular excursion destination, not only for sightseeing, but also for water sports. And it’s no wonder, because the wind reliably guarantees perfect conditions every day for surfers and sailors, and regattas also regularly take place here. In the morning the wind always blows from the north, in the afternoon from the south (the well-known “Ora”) and the waves are ideal for both beginners and advanced windsurfers and sailors. Those who prefer a quieter approach should explore the lake in a canoe or on a stand-up paddleboard. Feel like diving in? The clean waters of Lake Garda in the picturesque bays are also perfect for this! And thanks to the Mediterranean climate, you can enjoy your favourite water sport from February to November – and you won’t be disturbed by private motorboats and jet skis, as these are prohibited on the north shore.
