Lake Garda – Italian Holiday Vibes Between Lake and Mountains
At Lake Garda, dramatic mountains, small harbors, and wonderful Italian holiday life come together. In the north, the mountainsides rise steeply from the water, while the landscape opens up to gentler hills in the south. Along the shores, you will find charming small towns, lakeside promenades, and piazzas that invite you to take a break. Here, it is easy to combine active days with plenty of time to unwind! Read more about Lake Garda.
Torbole – Our Base by the Lake
We stay in Torbole, at the very northern tip of Lake Garda. Here, the day might begin with a stroll along the water and end with a gelato on the promenade. Between the day's excursion and the evening's dinner, there is time to find your own little favorite spot – or take a refreshing swim.
Torbole and the neighboring town of Riva del Garda are particularly famous for water sports. The local winds, Pelèr and Ora, help sailors and windsurfers thrive here. This also brings life to the lake and plenty to watch from the shore! Read more about the winds on Lake Garda.
Adventures with Both Speed and Holiday Peace
On this trip, our Vespa is the ticket to exploring the landscape. We follow winding roads, stop whenever the view deserves a photo, and take our time for lunch and short breaks along the way. Strada della Forra, Monte Baldo, and the vineyards north of the lake bring variety to each day – with Torbole as a welcoming place to return to.
For those who want to stretch their legs a bit more, the program also offers optional hikes to Monte Brione and the Chapel of Santa Barbara. You choose whether your afternoon will be filled with extra altitude gain or a more peaceful moment by the lake.
The Taste of Italy
A cappuccino on a piazza, lunch at a local trattoria, and pizza with friends – meals are a key part of the travel experience. During our visit to Pisoni, we will also learn more about the region's wine production. And around the dinner table in the evening, there is ample time to share the day's stories and plan the next day's little adventures.
From Sheltered Lakeside Promenades to Crisp Mountain Air
Lake Garda enjoys a mild climate that creates ideal growing conditions for olive trees and lemon trees, among other flora. At the same time, the contrast is stark between life along the water and the mountains above the lake. Read more about the landscape and climate.
On the Vespa rides, we head up into the heights, so pack for more than just sunshine on the promenade. A warm sweater, a windbreaker, and rain gear are good to have handy, even if the day begins with pleasant temperatures in Torbole.
Facts About Lake Garda
Italian name: Lago di Garda, also called Benaco.
Location: Northern Italy, between the regions of Lombardy, Veneto, and Trentino-Alto Adige.
Language: Italian.
Currency: Euro (EUR).
Area: Approx. 370 km² – Italy's largest lake.
Length: Approx. 52 km.
Maximum width: Approx. 17 km.
Maximum depth: Approx. 346 meters.
Shoreline: Approx. 158 km.
Elevation above sea level: Approx. 65 meters.
Famous towns around the lake: Including Torbole, Riva del Garda, Malcesine, Limone sul Garda, Garda, Bardolino, Lazise, Sirmione, and Salò.
Geographical facts from VisitGarda and information from Garda Trentino.
Monte Baldo: The mountain range along the eastern side of the lake reaches its highest point at Cima Valdritta, 2,218 meters above sea level. On our Vespa tour, we follow the roads over the mountain, with the route's highest point reaching around 1,600 meters above sea level. Read more about Monte Baldo.
