Sanctuaries, gardens, castles: the hidden charm of South Garda and Upper Mincio

When one speaks of Lake Garda, one immediately thinks of its most famous resorts, amusement parks and panoramas that have made this area one of the most popular tourist destinations in Europe. But for those who want an alternative, especially in this period approaching summer, the southern shore of Lake Garda and the Alto Mincio offer a lesser-known heritage that deserves to be discovered, following secondary roads that cross morainic hills and climb mountain slopes, and cycle paths that run along the river, touching medieval villages and castles. Nature, outdoor activities, history and food and wine culture are the ingredients of an area that in the space of a few kilometres offers the pleasure of a different holiday every day.