Gargnano
Lombardia
Gargnano is Lake Garda’s best-kept secret, an authentic, un-touristy village where D.H. Lawrence lived and wrote. Its historic lemon houses, medieval cloisters, and quiet alleys tell of a genuine and unspoiled Garda.
Villa Feltrinelli, now a luxury hotel, and Palazzo Bettoni, the largest villa on the lake, testify to the historical richness of this village. The Cloister of San Francesco, with its capitals carved with lemons, is a unique jewel of Romanesque art.
Gargnano is the starting point for extraordinary excursions in the mountainous hinterland: the Toscolano Valley, the Alto Garda Park, and the high-altitude mountain pastures offer authentic experiences away from the crowds. The Centomiglia, the most important sailing regatta on the lake, starts right here every September.
Itineraries from Gargnano
- Cima Comer – challenging trek with panoramic views
- Sailing – Garda Regattas – the sailing tradition
- Valvestino and Cima Rest – the most secret Garda
What to do
Trails and outdoor activities in the area
Hiking
Cima Comer from Gargnano
Challenging ascent to Cima Comer with extraordinary views over the lake.
Water Sports
Sailing — Garda Regattas
Lake Garda is one of the most renowned sailing destinations in the world, thanks to its reliable winds.
Scenic Drive
Valvestino and Cima Rest
Scenic drive through the Valvestino valley up to the slopes of Cima Rest.
Hiking
Views and Ràvere
A short trek between the villages of Muslone and Piovere across the striking 'ràvere', the scree formations of Monte Rocchetta with olive terraces and views over Lake Garda.
Hiking
Tour of the Montegargnano Villages
A loop through five hamlets of Gargnano across olive groves, chestnut woods and old mule tracks with sweeping views between lake and mountain.
Hiking
The Lemon House Trail
A loop through the heart of Gargnano discovering the historic lemon houses, the Franciscan sites and the citrus farming that made the Brescia shore famous.
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