How to get to Riva del Garda?

Riva del Garda is located on Lake Garda and can be reached by car via the A4 (Milan-Venice) and A22 (Brenner) motorways. The nearest railway stations are Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione and Peschiera del Garda. In summer, Riva del Garda can also be reached by ferry with the Lake Garda Navigation service.

Where to eat in Riva del Garda?

In Riva del Garda you can find excellent restaurants serving typical Lake Garda and Trentino cuisine. Must-try dishes include lake fish (whitefish, pike, tench), Valeggio tortellini, Garda extra virgin olive oil and local wines such as Lugana and Bardolino.

What are the best beaches in Riva del Garda?

Riva del Garda offers several beaches on Lake Garda, both free and equipped. Lake Garda beaches are famous for their crystal-clear waters and mountain views. Check the complete guide to Riva del Garda on Instagarda to discover the most beautiful beaches in the area.

Where to park in Riva del Garda?

In Riva del Garda there are public and private car parks. During high season (June-September) it is advisable to arrive early to find a spot. Many Lake Garda towns also offer paid parking near the lakefront.

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Q: What to see in Riva del Garda?

Riva del Garda offers numerous attractions on Lake Garda. Riva del Garda is the capital of the northern lake, set between the imposing rock walls of the Brenta Dolomites and the crystal-clear waters of Lake Garda. The Apponale Tower, symbol of the town, domi Visit the dedicated page on Instagarda to discover all the things to see, beaches, restaurants and activities.

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Riva del Garda is the capital of the northern lake, set between the imposing rock walls of the Brenta Dolomites and the crystal-clear waters of Lake Garda. The Apponale Tower, symbol of the town, dominates the harbour and the main square where life flows between outdoor cafés and weekly markets.

Riva is the ideal destination for outdoor sports lovers: sailing, windsurfing, climbing, mountain biking and hiking find their paradise here thanks to the lake’s constant winds and the surrounding mountains. The Varone Waterfall, just minutes from the centre, is a unique natural spectacle.

The historic centre preserves Habsburg elegance with Liberty-style palaces, the medieval Rocca housing the civic museum, and one of the most evocative lakeside promenades on the whole of Lake Garda. In the evening, Riva comes alive with restaurants, wine bars and venues that overlook the water directly.