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A day without a car
Garda Trentino

Discovering Alto Garda

The beauty of a lakeside view

The day begins in Riva del Garda, with a pleasant stroll through the centre. You can visit the MAG - Museo Alto Garda in the town’s fort, climb up the Torre Apponale or take the panoramic lift to the Bastione: either way, you can feast your eyes on the panorama of Garda at your feet.

Then hop on the boat and sail to Torbole sul Garda. The small town is popular with windsurfers from all over Europe, because here the wind is truly at home.

After the stop, you can take the bus and head towards Arco: this takes about 15 minutes.  With a pleasant walk among the olive trees (about 20 minutes) you reach the castle that towers over the town from above. Its ruins are really impressive and conceal frescoes depicting court life in the 14th century. 

If you have time for one last stop, it is easy to get to the Varone waterfall, one of the most popular (and most spectacular) attractions of Garda Trentino, by bus (or with the Bus&Go service).

Like our route and wonder if you could also do it by bike?  Take to the saddle because the answer is yes. Riva del Garda, Torbole and Arco are connected by cycle paths and minor roads on which you can pedal carefree.

Did you know that...?
With the Garda Guest Card all public transport (including Bus&Go) and many attractions of Garda Trentino are free!
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Bus&GO
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A few more ideas for your visit
 
aria.poi_location_prefix Nago
Castel Penede
Temporary closed
aria.poi_location_prefix Arco
Parco Fluviale della Sarca
aria.poi_location_prefix Arco
Bosco Caproni
always open
aria.poi_location_prefix Riva del Garda
Monte Brione Nature Reserve
aria.poi_location_prefix Riva del Garda
Chiesa dell’Inviolata
open
closed
aria.poi_location_prefix Riva del Garda
Chiesa di San Michele
open
closed
aria.poi_location_prefix Riva del Garda
Forte Batteria di Mezzo
open
closed
aria.poi_location_prefix Arco
Eremo San Giacomo
Temporary closed
aria.poi_location_prefix Loc. Caneve
Chiesa di San Rocco
open
closed
BIKE
Using your bike to get around? Cycle paths and back roads are the best way to move around. And when tiredness sets in, you can always take a bus back to base.
CYCLE PATHS
TRANSPORT & BIKe
bike rental
CYCLE PATHS
TRANSPORT & BIKe
bike rental
Love walking and fancy trying one of the many paths through Alto Garda?
 
Ascent to the Castle of Arco | © Archivio Garda Trentino (ph. Watchsome), Garda Trentino
Easy
Arco
Walking up to the Castle of Arco
Distance 2,9 km
Duration 1 h 00 min
Altitude difference (+) 111 m
Altitude difference (-) 99 m
Status
open
Chape of the Seven Sorrows - Arco (Massone) | © Marco Meiche - Archivio Garda Trentino, Garda Trentino
Easy
Arco, Dro & Drena
Treasures of Sacral Art in Arco
Distance 9,7 km
Duration 2 h 35 min
Altitude difference (+) 77 m
Altitude difference (-) 77 m
Status
open
View from Punta Larici | © Garda Trentino Trail , Garda Trentino
Intermediate
Ledro, Riva del Garda
Ponale - Larici - Rocchetta
Distance 21,8 km
Duration 5 h 40 min
Altitude difference (+) 1.384 m
Altitude difference (-) 1.384 m
Status
open
The Pernici hut - Bocca di Trat | © Archivio APT Garda Trentino, North Lake Garda Trentino
Difficult
Ledro, Riva del Garda
2 days in the mountains of Garda Trentino and 1 night in Rifugio Pernici
Distance 25,4 km
Duration 13 h 45 min
Altitude difference (+) 2.086 m
Altitude difference (-) 2.086 m
Status
open
View from the Olivaia of Arco | © Archivio Garda Trentino (ph. Tommaso Prugnola), Garda Trentino
Easy
Arco
Olive Trail
Distance 7,2 km
Duration 3 h 00 min
Altitude difference (+) 300 m
Altitude difference (-) 300 m
Status
open
Monte Biaina | © visit trentino, Garda Trentino
Intermediate
Arco
Monte Biaina
Distance 7,3 km
Duration 3 h 35 min
Altitude difference (+) 627 m
Altitude difference (-) 627 m
Status
open
The view from Punta Larici | © M. Giacomello, North Lake Garda Trentino
Intermediate
Riva del Garda
Loop around Pregasina: Punta Larici and Malga Palaer
Distance 6,5 km
Duration 3 h 30 min
Altitude difference (+) 478 m
Altitude difference (-) 477 m
Status
partially open
The Ponale Road | © Staff Outdoor Garda Trentino AC, Garda Trentino
Intermediate
Riva del Garda, Ledro
Ponale Path (from Ledro)
Distance 10,5 km
Duration 4 h 00 min
Altitude difference (+) 785 m
Altitude difference (-) 785 m
Status
open
Descent from Monte Altissimo | © Archivio Garda Trentino (ph. Watchsome), Garda Trentino
Difficult
Torbole sul Garda - Nago, Surroundings
Sentiero della Pace 11: Torbole - Nago to Rifugio Damiano Chiesa
Distance 11,1 km
Duration 6 h 25 min
Altitude difference (+) 1.843 m
Altitude difference (-) 0 m
Status
open
Garda Trentino has many unforgettable experiences in store for you. Choose your favourite!
 
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Guest Card Special
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5.0
Excellent
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Yoga & Vegan Breakfast - Balance Living

A fresh start that blends movement and mindful eating.

Ticket from 35,00 €
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aria.rating_prefix:
4.9
Excellent
aria.experience_location_prefix Arco
IMPAVIDA BEER EXPERIENCE

Guided tour and tasting at Impavida craft brewery in Arco.

Ticket from 25,00 €
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aria.rating_prefix:
4.7
Excellent
aria.experience_location_prefix Riva del Garda
Bastione scenic lift (round trip ticket)

Just three minutes for an unforgettable trip

Ticket from 9,00 €
aria.experience_category_prefix Family
aria.rating_prefix:
4.4
Excellent
aria.experience_location_prefix Riva del Garda
Viaggio nella Fiaba

A travelling family show through the streets of Riva

Ticket from 15,00 €
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aria.rating_prefix:
4.7
Excellent
aria.experience_location_prefix Riva del Garda
Gourmet aperitivo on board a sail boat

Sunset sailing with gourmet aperitif.

Ticket from 90,00 €
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aria.experience_location_prefix Torbole sul Garda
Discover Wingfoil!

Discover how to fly over water powered only by the wind, in a lesson designed for complete beginners

Ticket from 109,00 €
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aria.experience_location_prefix Riva del Garda
Brione by night

Among fortifications and the sounds of the night.

Ticket from 6,00 €
aria.experience_category_prefix Outdoor Activities
aria.rating_prefix:
5.0
Excellent
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aria.experience_location_prefix Arco
Mini climber, maxi fun!

First rock games for kids aged 7 and up.

Ticket from 30,00 €
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aria.rating_prefix:
4.7
Excellent
aria.experience_location_prefix Riva del Garda
Comai Wine Experience - Vineyard, Cellar and Tasting

Wine tasting and guided tour at Cantina Comai in Riva del Garda.

Ticket from 29,00 €
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