Two towns, one laid-back Lake Garda escape
Sitting side by side on Garda’s sun-kissed western shore, in the middle of Riviera dei Limoni, Toscolano and Maderno serve up a best-of-both blend. Think beachy promenades, boat-fresh lunches, and mountain backdrops that glow at sunset. Start slow with a cappuccino on Piazza San Marco, then amble the lungolago past little beaches and lidos. Fancy a culture fix? Dip into the Paper Museum and the atmospheric Valle delle Cartiere, where riverside trails weave between old mills. If adventure’s more your thing, hike Monte Pizzocolo for widescreen lake views, or rent a bike and cruise the coast towards Gargnano.
The ferry dock is your gateway to Garda-hopping: glide to Salò’s elegant promenade, Limone’s lemon houses, or Gardone Riviera for D’Annunzio’s eccentric Vittoriale. Back in town, life revolves around sunny terraces and easy swims; families love the shallow coves, playgrounds, and gelato pit-stops. Golfers can tee off at Bogliaco, while food lovers chase lake fish, mountain cheeses, and peppery local olive oil – it’s a haven for foodies, mamma mia!
Evenings are gloriously mellow. You’ll have a spritz in hand, the mountains will turn pink, and the ferries will be twinkling across the bay. Whether you’re going for the trails, tales, or towel-time, Toscolano Maderno keeps the pace perfectly unhurried – andiamo!
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