1-day Hiking in the mountains around Lake Garda, Italy

On the edge of the Dolomite mountain range lies the beautiful Lake Garda, halfway between Venice and Milan in Italy. Formed by glaciers during the last ice age, Garda is Italy’s largest lake.

On this trip I will take you from Riva del Garda at the northern tip of the lake to Limone,  climbing 850m on route. We will be following ancient paths and trails used by smugglers in ancient times. We will enjoy fantastic views over the lake and mountainside along the way.

Our route from Riva del Garda will see us walk along the stunning Ponale road until Pregasina, a charming little village with gorgeous terrace views over the lake.

Then we will continue up to Punta Larici which possesses one of the most incredible vistas of the entire Garda area, which also provides us with the perfect location to enjoy some lunch.

After lunch I will lead you up an old, steep road with breathtaking views until we reach Limone. This captivating town welcomes us with its famous lemon groves and beautiful town centre. For those who wish to do so, there will be time for a visit to the town’s lemon museum.

For the route back, we will take a boat from Limone to Riva, a truly wonderful ride that provides a feast for the eyes in all directions.

You’ll need to be physically fit, have no fear of heights and be confident on steep terrain to enjoy this trip.

If you are keen to explore the splendorous surroundings of lake Garda and enjoy a demanding hike, then sign up now and I look forward to leading you out into this spectacular landscape!

If you’re looking for a more extended hike then consider this 3-day hike and via ferrata in the Dolomites for a real immersion into the landscape. If a fun day out near lake Garda drew you here, then check out this day of excitement, climbing, swimming and kayaking at lake Garda!