Biking and Hiking
The slopes around the lake offer an idyllic rural setting of mountain wildflowers, vineyards, wild herbs and orchards of lemon and olive trees. There are a number of routes in the area for both road and mountain bikers, as well as a network of trails. Many of the mountain bike and hiking trails are one and the same, and these frequently involve passing through small villages and making steep climbs up to and alongside high cliffs that offer excellent views of the lake area.
Water Sports
The large surface area and steady winds around Lake Garda make it a good place for renting a sailboat and taking it out on the lake. There are both sailboats and sailing catamarans available. It is also possible to go windsurfing and para-sailing there. The lake also offers some scuba diving, with the lake's size and depth offering clearer waters than is normally the case with freshwater diving.
Stickl Sportcamp (boating)
37018 Malcesine
011 (+39) 0457401697
stickl.com
Rock Climbing
The lake's surroundings feature some dramatic cliff-faces, especially around the town of Arco, which has become the base for area rock climbing. It is a good place to learn how to climb, as there are schools with good climbing walls in the town. After learning the basics (or building on them with an advanced class), there are a selection of cliff faces in the nearby area offering a range of challenges. A related activity in the area is canyoning, or going down waterfalls by sliding, diving or abseiling.
Article Written By Edwin Thomas
Edwin Thomas has been writing since 1997. His work has appeared in various online publications, including The Black Table, Proboxing-Fans and others. A travel blogger, editor and writer, Thomas has traveled from Argentina to Vietnam in pursuit of stories. He holds a Master of Arts in international affairs from American University.
