Photos of Lake Garda

Malcesine, dominated by an elegant castle, is a magical place with unforgettable views. This romantic town on the eastern shore of Lake Garda once inspired famous celebrities such as Goethe, who lived here during his time in Italy. Medieval allies on their way to Scaliger Castle, restaurants and shops along the lake promenade and the Malcesine atmosphere continue to attract thousands of tourists who choose it as a holiday destination. The striking tower of Scaliger Castle appears to rise on rock buttresses and has a very ancient origin. A Lombard settlement built by the Scaliger family, the castle is now an interesting natural history museum dedicated to the flora and fauna of the Lake Garda region and Mount Baldo. If you want to go for breathtaking views, you can take a very modern cable car. From the panoramic gondola, you can see the sudden transition from the olive and oleander gardens of the Mediterranean flora to the mountain flora. If in winter, ski slopes of different difficulty can be skied downhill with stunning views of the azure lake, in summer Malcesine Lake Bay is full of colorful sailing, kitesurfing and windsurfing, while on land the Both are vigorous hikers and mountain bikers.