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Surrounded by historic towns and villages, visitors can immerse themselves in the heart of Italian culture.


Popular


towns surrounding Lake Garda include Sirmione and Riva del Garda.


A narrow peninsula on Lake Garda, Sirmione is renowned for its Roman ruins, and thermal springs. Scaligero


Castle


stands tall amidst the horizon of the historic


village,


Dip Your Toe into THE SPARKLING Lake Garda


BY ERIN ENGLISH erin@nitravelnews.com


ITALY’s largest lake, Lake Garda is a breathtaking destination at the foot of the Dolomites. Spanning across the Veneto, Lombardy and Trentino-Alto Adige regions, the area is famed for sparkling waters, spectacular landscapes and world-class vineyards.


Visitors to the Lake can partake in a multitude of water activities. In the Lower Lake Garda, which is located between Milan and Venice, tourists can enjoy a mediterranean climate where a majority of visitors tend to opt for relaxing water activities including swimming, paddle boarding and kayaking. These activities allow visitors to soak in the region at their


and offers fabulous panoramic views of Lake Garda. A huge appeal to Sirmione is the thermal springs, where visitors can embark on a boat tour to view the moat,


and


Catullus ruins and even catch a glimpse of the bubbling natural


springs. Boasting dramatic alpine


scenery, Riva del Garda is a resort town located at the northern tip of Lake Garda. An area of exceptional beauty, and provides an excellent stop on your Lake Garda adventure. A charming location, Riva del Garda features a wide variety of activities for


tourists to enjoy. From adrenaline


seeking activities such as hiking, wind- surfing, and sailing. To the more leisurely pace of life, the town also offers olive oil and wine tasting experiences, sampling the finest produce from the heart of Lake Garda.


Travel Industry Insight From Travel Solutions


IDYLLIC LAKE GARDA | 45


PETER McMinn from Travel Solutions said , “The


exquisite beauty of Lake Garda has been a popular holiday destination for Travel Solutions travellers. From the mountainous terrain in the north to flat rolling landscapes in the south, Travel Solutions travellers enjoy sun- soaked days by the water, exploring picturesque towns, enjoy local Italian cuisine and locally grown wines. With Verona and Venice close-by, we understand why visitors return year after year”. Peter continued “ Direct flights from


Belfast each Wednesday morning, and a short transfer to a choice of resorts on the southern end of the lake ensures a great holiday experience”.


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