With aquamarine lake waters lapping at the foot of the Brenta Dolomites, Riva del Garda (REE-va del GAR-da; pop. 14,500) is a spot for budget travelers looking to experience the Lake Country’s beautiful views. Gentle mountain winds make Riva del Garda ideal for windsurfing, and its aquatic sports schools are world-renowned. The area is also a prime location for hiking, canoeing, whitewater rafting, kayaking, bicycling, swimming, and, above all else, relaxing on its extensive beaches—all made accessible and affordable by the attractive youth hostel. A walk or swim along the coast offers a view of the most stunning portion of the lake, where cliffs crash dramatically into the sea.
Buses: Vle. Trento 5 (☎ 0464 55 23 23). Ticket office open M-Sa 6:30am-7:15pm, Su 9:05am-noon and 3:35-7:05pm. Local tickets available at dispenser in station. Buses run to: Brescia (2hr., 4 per ...more
To reach the centro from the bus station, head down Viale Trento, then cross the traffic circle. Go behind the church on Via Roma to reach Piazza Cavour. Tourist Office “Ingarda Trentino&rdquo ...more
Ostello Benacus (HI), P. Cavour 10 (☎ 0464 55 49 11). From bus station, head right down V. Trento; cross through the traffic circle to V. Roma, turn left after the arch, and cross left through P. ...more
An open-air market sells produce in P. delle Erbe. (Open M-Sa mornings.) A Despar supermarket sells groceries just outside the centro at V. Roma 19. (Open M-Sa 8:30am-1pm and 3:30-7:30pm, Su 9am-12:30pm ...more
Take local bus #1, 2, or 6 from V. Martiri to reach Cascata Varone, which has a waterfall, stunning views, swimming, and sunbathing on amazing grass beaches. Follow the lakeside path behind the tourist ...more
The centro is peppered with English-style pubs that cater to a large German tourist contingent. The tourist office keeps a schedule of free beach parties during the summer that offer lakeside fireworks ...more
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