From Verona to Lake Garda

The starting point of your walking holiday is the city of Verona with its antique history and the tragedy of Romeo and Juliet. The route leads you through vineyards, past villas, castles and wine cellars right across the Valpolicella region well-known for with its fine wines and enchanting atmosphere. In spring this region is characterised by delicate blooming cherry and peach plantations and in autumn by dazzling wine leaves and juicy grapes. Step by step you finally reach Lake Garda, its shores teeming with enchanting little villages. Enjoy the charm of this unique scenery together with Roman culture and Italian zest for life.

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Details about the hiking holiday From Verona to Lake Garda

Whether on a hiking holiday in spring, summer, autumn or winter – this active holiday ensures Italian joie de vivre all year round. Enjoy the fantastic hiking paths, picturesque landscapes and wonderful vineyards between Verona and Bardolino at your own pace. The hilly Valpolicella region not only scores with an enchanting environment, but the area is a true Eldorado for wine lovers. You stay in traditional hotels, Italian country houses and cosy inns.

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Highlights of the hiking tour From Verona to Lake Garda

• In the footsteps of Romeo and Juliet: Have you always wanted to visit the famous balcony of Romeo and Juliet? Right at the beginning of this hiking holiday you have the opportunity to do so. Where is the balcony located? At number 23 Via Cappello about 150 metres South of the Piazza delle Erbe and 750 metres East of the Verona Arena.
• Culture in Valpolicella: There are many historical sights to discover en route. The Castel San Piedro in Verona, the Villa della Torre in Fumane or the Church of San Zeno in Bardolino are particularly worth seeing.
• Wine pleasure between Verona and Lake Garda: On this hiking holiday you hike through the Valpolicella region, which is known for excellent wines. You can taste the fine wines in one of the wineries along the route. Also worth seeing is the wine museum ‘Museo dell’Vino’ in Bardolino, your final destination.
• Even more adventures on Lake Garda: Day 7 of this hiking holiday is completely at your leisure. If you fancy even more impressions and experiences, an excursion to Sirmione on Lake Garda is definitely a fabulous option.

Things to know about the hiking From Verona to Lake Garda

This eight-day hiking holiday is assigned our level of hiking ‘Moderate Walking’. With a basic fitness level, the daily stages of three to around six hours become an enjoyable experience. Well-developed hiking trails lead you through the picturesque landscape in the Valpolicella region.

• Tip: This active holiday from Verona to Lake Garda can also be experienced as a hiking holiday with your dog.