The Lake Garda is one of the most beautiful and fun destinations for lovers of cycling tourism and trekking. Its enchanting landscapes, good food, and nature manage to win over travelers from all over the world. Following the opening of the Garda By Bike cycle path, suspended on the shores of the lake, this corner of Italy has gained even more popularity among cycling tourism enthusiasts. Indeed, the thrill of pedaling suspended over the lake is unmatched: but are we sure that's all there is? Discovering Lake Garda by bike or on foot is the best way to harmonize with the landscape, savoring its colors and scents: but which routes to choose? In this article, we want to give you some useful tips to choose Lake Garda as a destination for your next trip!

Lake Garda by bike: what to see

Saying Lake Garda is easy, but what should you absolutely see? We must not forget that the lake has an area of 370 square kilometers and is enclosed between 3 regions: Lombardy, Veneto, and Trentino-Alto Adige. One of the first stops not to be missed in this fascinating body of water is undoubtedly Peschiera del Garda, and the reason is very simple: it is one of the most interesting historical villages in the entire area. It is enclosed by the high Venetian walls, surrounded by water, and its historic center is composed of ancient alleys where typical local venues sprout. Among the bastions, the bridges, and the Fortress, you will feel like you have entered another era.

In addition to Peschiera, Punta San Vigilio is another place not to be missed: it is no coincidence that it has been praised by Goethe and is considered the most romantic point of Lake Garda. The best time to visit it? Definitely at sunset!

If you are a spa lover, you cannot also miss Sirmione, located about 12 km from Peschiera, it is known worldwide for its thermal waters, for its historic center, but also for the Grottoes of Catullus and the Scaligera Fortress.

We must also not forget that Lake Garda is also the perfect destination for fun lovers: a few kilometers from Peschiera there are Gardaland and Caneva Aquapark (the latter open only in summer). And for wine lovers? A must-visit is Bardolino, located along the wine route, it hosts an important festival every fall perfect for all wine tourists!

Finally, if you love trekking this is the place for you: Lake Garda is enclosed by beautiful mountains and to admire a unique panorama you just need to walk the path of the Rocca di Garda, which from the center of Garda takes you up to the Rocca to admire Lazise, Salò, and Sirmione from above.

Our advice for discovering Lake Garda by bike

For all lovers of bicycle trips like us, we thought that it was not enough to travel the beautiful trails on the shores of the lake. To fully discover the Lake Garda by bike, the best way is to reach it directly on two wheels, traveling a stretch of Eurovelo 7, also known as the "sun route". This European route connects North Cape with the island of Malta and also passes through the beautiful area of ​​Lake Garda and its surroundings.

You can start from Modena, a UNESCO heritage art city and travel the itinerary that leads first to Carpi, then to Mirandola, to reach the beautiful village of San Benedetto Po and then to Mantova. Once in Mantova, we continue along the pedestrian cycle path that runs along the Mincio and after crossing the Natural Reserve Vallazza with the three lakes of Mantua, we head towards Borghetto sul Mincio: one of the most beautiful villages in Italy.The last stage of the route is Peschiera del Garda and from here you can start to discover the beauties of the lake, already enriched by the beautiful cycle path that has allowed us to reach its shores.

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What is the best time to visit Lake Garda?

Both in summer and in spring, the Lake Garda is perfect for a weekend on two wheels!

In the summer you can enjoy the beaches and water parks, in addition to the long days and sunny climate. In spring, on the other hand, you can enjoy the first blooms and the cool weather, perfect for those who practice sports.