Active holiday
The turquoise Lago di Garda is perfect for a relaxing holiday. But for those who quickly get bored on a beach bed, there is plenty to do! Below you will find an overview of the best active activities for your holiday on Lake Garda!
Discover the Garda lake by boat
There are many possibilities to experience an unforgettable holiday on Lake Garda. One of them is renting a sailboat, motorboat or speedboat! Take to the water and enjoy the fantastic wind power on Lake Garda with a sailboat, or rent a motorboat and sail to picturesque spots such as Punta San Vigilo and Isola del Garda. You can also easily look for breathtaking bays with your own boat. If the engine has no more than 40 hp, you can sail it without a license. Below you will find an overview of the different renting spots:
- Garda Boat (Manerba del Garda) – rental motorboats
- GardaCharter (Lazise) – motorboat rental
- Nautica Benaco (Manerba) – motorboats and speedboats
- Rappydrive (Moniga and Manerba del Garda) – motorboats
- Nautica Pollini (Moniga del Garda) – motorboats
Rimbalzello Adventure
Rimbalzello Adventure Park is a new adventure park near Salò on the western shore of Lake Garda. Clambering and climbing between trees, with rope bridges and ziplines - there are different courses for children and adults (up to 15 meters above the ground). Discover your climbing skills in the adventure park, where 37 platforms of varying height and difficulty will test your nerves. There are high and low routes: a fun, natural experience for all ages.
Opening hours: from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m
Please note: in September and October only open on Saturdays and Sundays.
Diving
Diving in Lake Garda is truly a unique experience. In Lake Garda you will find many different types of fish and marine animals and in general the water is very clear and the temperature of the water is nice and warm, especially up to about six meters deep. In addition to the flora and fauna, there is plenty to see while diving in Lake Garda, for example there is a shipwreck near Salo that you can dive to. And near Malcesine there is an old Viking ship somewhere which is certainly worth discovering. There are several shipwrecks in Lake Garda, but at Riva del Garda, for example, there is a very large statue of Christ on the bottom. Enough to discover during your diving activities in Lake Garda!
Paragliding
Paragliding is the simplest and most natural form of flying. Unlike a parachute, which slows down the fall, paragliding is about staying in the air for as long as possible. The mountains of Lake Garda are one of the most beautiful places to practice this wonderful sport, with ever-changing views. From Monte Baldo you circle down in about 20 minutes to a special landing site at Malcesine. Meanwhile enjoying beautiful views of the lake and surroundings! Lake Garda Paragliding Clubs: Paragliding Club Malcesine, Yeti Extreme and Tandem Paragliding.
Horseback riding
The fresh wind in your hair and the wonderful sound of horse hooves. From the back of a horse you have the most beautiful view, and that is especially true when you go horseback riding on Lake Garda! Be guided by an experienced guide, then all you have to do is enjoy yourself. Below we share a number of addresses where you can go horseback riding at Lake Garda. From a beginners lesson to a relaxed ride; it's all possible! Benaco Horses, Agriturismo Al Lambic and Paradiso Ranch.
Climbing
Lake Garda is known throughout Europe as a sport climbing paradise. The popularity is certainly due to the different levels of difficulty of the walls; from those for beginners to those for the more experienced. Here everyone can find the most suitable walls and keep climbing for hours. Summer is without a doubt the favorite season for climbers, but thanks to the mild climate of Lake Garda, you can climb all year round. The walls are perfectly prepared so that you can climb in complete safety. Enjoy the beautiful view while climbing!
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Trekking
Trekking and Nordic walking enthusiasts can experience new and different emotions every day thanks to the wide range of tracks and paths that surround Lake Garda. You can choose routes with a beautiful view of Lake Garda, such as those on Monte Baldo, or for the Treks of the Emperor's Forts, the historic routes of the First World War. There are many different hiking routes to be found on Lake Garda, we also recommend that you take a look at Visit Garda. Take a break while walking on one of the many terraces on Lake Garda. After a lovely walk, our parks are the ideal places to relax. Have a drink in front of your tent or holiday home and already map out the route for the next day, because once you're on the road, you'll never want to do anything else than walking along the beautiful Lake Garda.
Walking routes
Sailing and windsurfing
Are you crazy about a challenge? Then sailing or windsurfing on Lake Garda is really something for you! It is always possible to go sailing on Lake Garda because of the constant wind: the Ora, which blows from south to north from early morning to late afternoon, and the Pelér, which blows from early morning to late evening. blows north to south. afternoon. This constant and punctual flow of air is the driving force behind high-level sailing events organized on the lake. The northern part of the lake is the best place for those who enjoy windsurfing or who want to learn the techniques of this sport. There are windsurfing centers along the shores of the lake that organize national and international events and courses for adults and children. Are you up for the challenge?
Biking at the Garda lake
Cycling, the perfect way to explore the area and to be sporty. From a quick trip to the supermarket on your bike to a cycling holiday, we love it! Cycling on Lake Garda is also a real experience and Brescia tourism has mapped out the most beautiful routes for you. The routes take you through the nature of Brescia, through the area of the lower and upper Lake Garda, but also through the lovely villages that can be found here. Check out the routes and plan your holiday with us for a cycling holiday!
Cycling routes
Tennis court
Next to the Giardino swimming pool is a beautiful tennis court, where you can play wonderful games of tennis with your friends and family. You can rent the tennis court at the reception of the park and we also have tennis rackets and tennis balls which you can borrow. We would like to invite you to come and play tennis with us and maybe play a game against our animation team!
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