9 of the most beautiful lakes in Northern Italy perfect for a relaxing weekend or summer getaway.
The North of Italy has many beautiful lakes. Small, large, warm, glacial, northern Italian lakes are among the most beautiful in the country and can be a wonderful location for an Italian vacation or a weekend getaway.
This is a list of the biggest and best known lakes in the north of Italy and our tips for visiting.
Lake Garda – northern Italy’s biggest and most family-friendly lake
Lake Garda is the biggest lake in Italy and one of the most popular for getaways in springs and summer especially.
The lake is located in the north east of Italy, between the regions of Veneto, Lombardy and Trentino Alto Adige and has a lot to offer its visitors.
If you love sightseeing, Lake Garda is home to many delightful historical villages and castles, perfect for culture lovers. The incredible Scaliger castle in Sirmione is a Lake Garda must see and so are the delightful towns of Limone, Torri del Benaco and Riva del Garda, with its Austrian-inspired architecture.
If you prefer a relaxing weekend to enjoy the lake shores, you can easily relax on one of the best beaches on Lake Garda or take to the water and crisscross the lake using the handy lake ferries, that connect the many waterfront villages.
if you love cycling and hiking, the lake has lovely cycle paths and it is close to the mountains, so you can easily stretch your legs on mountain trails and catch beautiful views
Last but not least, Lake Garda is close to the area of production of prosecco, Valpolicella and Bardolino wine and is perfect for wine lovers.
Have kids? There is something for them too! Lake Garda family-friendly attractions include the fun Gardaland theme park, tons of outdoor play areas, family-friendly beaches and plenty of campsites and family hotels.
| Trip idea: Spend a few days or a couple of weeks in this area visiting Lake Garda, Verona, Venice and stretching all the way up to the Dolomites, for a wonderful Northern Italian vacation! |
