Europe Explored » lake garda holidays https://europeexplored.com Travel through the most beautiful places in Europe Sun, 08 Sep 2013 13:36:19 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=3.6 Lake Garda Holidays: Moments to Remember | Italy https://europeexplored.com/2012/06/26/lake-garda-holidays-moments-remember-italy/ https://europeexplored.com/2012/06/26/lake-garda-holidays-moments-remember-italy/#comments Tue, 26 Jun 2012 12:31:21 +0000 Claire https://europeexplored.com/?p=8542 Lake Garda holidays are perfect for the entire family. Whether you want a romantic weekend away or a fun family-friendly holiday, there is something for everyone. As the largest lake of Italy, Lake Garda offers spectacular scenery and breath-taking views of the nearby Alpine mountains. The shores of the lake are surrounded by lovely groves […]

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Lake Garda holidays are perfect for the entire family. Whether you want a romantic weekend away or a fun family-friendly holiday, there is something for everyone. As the largest lake of Italy, Lake Garda offers spectacular scenery and breath-taking views of the nearby Alpine mountains. The shores of the lake are surrounded by lovely groves of olive and lemon trees, as well as beautiful rows of flowers. While the scenery is one of the most captivating aspects of Lake Garda, there are also plenty of things to do.

Lago di Garda, Italy
Photo by Elliott Brown

Camping at Lake Garda

One of the best ways to experience the beauty of Lake Garda is to camp on the lake. There are numerous campsites such as those offered by Eurocamp and Keycamp, which are situated right on the edge of the lake. You can simply step out of your tent and head to the beach for a swim whilst camping at Lake Garda. Here are a few of some the best campsites near Lake Garda.

On the Lake: Fontanelle is a peaceful campsite that is set on the shores of the lake and is also close to some of the area’s main attractions. The facility is well-maintained and offers a swimming pool; fishing and a children’s play area.

Family-Friendly: While not situated directly on the lake, Altomincio Family Park is still close enough for travellers to easily visit the lake. This park is a popular choice amongst families with swimming pools, waterslides, boat trips, twelve playgrounds and a cinema.

Luxury Camping: SelectCamp Camping Weekend is a lovely campsite for both children and adults. The site offers something extra for those who like to camp in comfort. The luxurious lodge tents are spacious, and fully equipped with showers and toilets. On-site amenities include a laundry, swimming pool, children’s pool, Internet café, two playgrounds, satellite TV and a pizzeria.

Gardaland, Lake Garda, Italy
Gardaland – Italy’s number one amusement park / Spencer Wright

Things to Do at Lake Garda

The large lake offers plenty of activities for those who are adventurous. If you are an outdoor enthusiast, you can spend your time at Lake Garda exploring the beaches, windsurfing, hiking, canoeing and horseback riding. If you want a more peaceful holiday, you can spend time taking in the scenery as you stroll along the beach, or you can explore the vineyards and nearby villages.

Nearby Attractions

Some of Italy’s best attractions are located near Lake Garda. Both adults and children will enjoy visiting Gardaland, which is Italy’s number one amusement park. There are plenty of rides and various shows offered throughout the year that are perfect for entertaining children of all ages. Aqua Paradise Park is another popular attraction with families. This water park offers an exciting day in a tropical setting, with waterslides, an erupting volcano and an entire fishing village. While there are plenty of lively attractions close to Lake Garda, there are also quaint villages for exploration and cosy restaurant for dining. Don’t forget to stop at one of the local restaurants for a slice of pizza, cappuccino or ice cream sundae.

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