Lake Garda isn't just a tourist destination: it's a journey through time, through historic villages, breathtaking views, and roads that seem designed specifically for the pleasure of slow, mindful driving.

What better way to explore it than aboard a vintage car, where every curve becomes an experience, every stop a discovery?

Here are 10 unmissable sights and experiences to make your tour of Lake Garda truly unforgettable:

1. Salò and the Art Nouveau lakeside promenade

Elegant and refined, Salò is ideal for a stroll along one of Garda's most beautiful lakeside promenades. The Art Nouveau atmosphere pairs perfectly with the retro charm of the car you're driving. Stop at a historic café in the center and enjoy the slow pace of time.

​2. The Vittoriale degli Italiani

In Gardone Riviera, visit the former home of Gabriele D'Annunzio: a journey through taste, art, and the decadent aesthetics of the early twentieth century. Perfect for reaching in a vintage Alfa Romeo, to feel like the protagonist of a novel from another era.

​3. The Strada della Forra

Called "the eighth wonder of the world" by Winston Churchill, this road carved into the rock connects Tremosine to Limone sul Garda. It winds through gorges and panoramic terraces: perfect for enjoying the agility of a classic car amidst breathtaking scenery.

​4. Limone sul Garda

Once a fishing village, today it retains its charm intact. Discover it by walking through the narrow streets of the center, past historic shops, and lemon groves overlooking the lake. Reach the lakeside promenade, and from the small harbor, you'll have a picturesque view of the village nestled in the rock with its brightly colored houses.

​5. Riva del Garda and the Varone Waterfall

It's the northernmost village on the lake, an elegant jewel nestled between the mountains and the turquoise waters of Lake Garda, where the wind caresses the sails and time seems to stand still. The charming historic center offers a blend of Habsburg and Mediterranean architecture, and every detail exudes an elegance from times gone by.

​6. Bardolino and Lazise

The road between Bardolino and Lazise is a succession of picturesque views, perfect for slow-paced exploration. The medieval village of Lazise, with its imposing Scaliger walls and its charming harbor with its 14th-century Venetian Customs House, will transport you back in time.

​7. Sirmione and the Grottoes of Catullus

Sirmione is the pearl of Lake Garda, with its Scaliger Castle reflected in the water and the Grottoes of Catullus, the remains of an ancient Roman villa with spectacular views of the lake. Park your vintage sports car and ​w​alk through the historic center.

​8. Ferry Cruise with Car

For a truly complete experience, load your vintage car onto one of the ferries connecting the lake shores. Traveling from Toscolano Maderno to Torri del Benaco (or vice versa) will give you a new perspective: the lake seen from the lake, with your iconic four-wheeled vehicle as your traveling companion.

​9. Tower of San Martino

This monumental tower dominates the moraine countryside between Desenzano and Sirmione. Climbing to the top, you can admire a breathtaking 360-degree view of the surrounding area and Lake Garda, and discover the history of Italian unification in a symbolic location.

​10. Borghetto sul Mincio

A few kilometers from the lake, this fairytale village welcomes you with watermills, ​small bridges, trattorias on the river​ and its Visconti Bridge​. It is one of the "Most Beautiful Villages in Italy" and the ideal place for a charming detour, easily reached by vintage car.

Travel is style. Discovering Lake Garda by vintage car is more than just a tour: it's a way of life. It's choosing beauty, slowness, and detail. It's hearing the roar of the engine as a soundtrack, seeing the lake as few can: with eyes filled with wonder.

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