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First day
Welcome to Riva del Garda
Arrival in the late afternoon, check-in at the hotel before going out for dinner. Our guide will explain the program for the next few days. Walk among the lights and scents of the picturesque center of Riva del Garda.
Second day
The Busatte–Tempesta and Arco trail
Walking along the beach and crossing the long pedestrian bridge over the Sarca River, we arrive at Torbole and take a short break. After passing through the small historic center, we admire the house where Goethe spent a night at the end of the 1700s, before heading towards the hill. On a scenic road with views of the lake and Mount Brione, we arrive at the Busatte Park. A path overlooking the lake, the famous Busatte-Tempesta trail, takes us through woods and breathtaking views to the village of Tempesta, which once marked the border between the Kingdom of Italy and the Austrian Empire. Along the way, we descend the famous 400 panoramic iron steps suspended from the rock. Once in Tempesta, the bus takes us back to Riva del Garda in 15 minutes. Here we can rest before moving on to Arco di Trento! There is the option to extend the visit to Arco Castle.
Third day
Lake Ledro and Ponale Road
Direction Lake Ledro! We walk along a section of the Ponale Road, which was reopened in 2004 for pedestrians and bicycles only. We take the old path and, halfway along, enjoy a well-deserved coffee break at Prè di Ledro, a village famous because the sun does not shine here for 86 days every year (from November 11 to February 5). After passing the villages of Ledro and Molina di Ledro, we reach our destination: this alpine lake is 650 m above sea level, has incredible colors, and is famous for its its stilt houses. You can visit the Pile Dwelling Museum before returning by bus to Riva del Garda. Here we can take the new elevator to the Venetian Bastionfor an aperitif with a view!
Fourth day
Lake Tenno and medieval villages
Today's walk will take us to Lake Tenno. From the hotel, take the pedestrian road to Varrone, where a somewhat challenging trail begins, but which takes us through beautiful olive groves to the Tenno Castle. Here we visit the medieval village of Frapporta , which is directly connected to the castle above, which could only be accessed from within the village. A short walk takes us to the Grom viewpoint , which offers a breathtaking view of Riva del Garda and the upper part of Lake Garda. We resume our walk, which will take us to the shores of Lake Tenno, but first we must stop at the medieval village of Canale di Tenno, recently included among the most beautiful villages in Italy. We take the bus back to Riva del Garda. We collect our luggage and say goodbye at around 3 p.m., but those who can stay a few hours longer can visit the beautiful Varone Waterfall. Return to the hotel around 5 p.m. See you next time!
accommodation in double rooms in 3-star hotels
Trentino Guest Card
breakfasts
escort
walk in Busatte Park
health and baggage insurance.
10% discount on the à la carte menu at the Kapuziner restaurantFrom the Brennero motorway, take the Rovereto Sud Lago di Garda Nord exit. The nearest train station is Rovereto, about 24 km away: from there, you can reach Riva del Garda by bus in about 40 minutes. Routes and timetables: https://www.trentinotrasporti.it/ For those who want to use free parking, there are white-lined parking spaces with no time restrictions 700/800 meters away and very large public parking lots where you can leave your car about 1000 meters away.
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