In the ranking compiled in 2015 by the newspaper Il Sole 24 Ore<\/a><\/em>, Manerba appears mentioned among the 10 happy towns of Italy<\/strong>. This nomination is probably attributable to the focus on environmental sustainability<\/strong>, but also to the bright colours<\/strong> that stand out in the town centre and the numerous beaches<\/strong> that have been a favourite bathing spot for Italian and foreign tourists for decades.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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There are several picturesque sights in the small village that you won’t want to miss, such as the stone arch on Via Marconi<\/strong> that overlooks the turquoise lake, or Via del Gazzo<\/strong> where you will find a precious garden full of vegetation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you want to lose yourself in unspoilt nature, Manerba is the ideal place. Here you will find two large parks: the Archaeological and Nature Park<\/strong> and the Lake Park<\/strong>, two emblems of the town. When visiting a new place, the difficulty is often dictated by a lack of knowledge of the points of interest<\/strong>, and of how they can be reached. You will find here in our guide 3 unmissable itinerarie<\/strong>s in Manerba del Garda. Their are meant for those most suitable for families<\/strong> to those for the more adventurous<\/strong> ones. <\/p>\n\n\n\n This is the perfect itinerary for groups of friends<\/strong> who choose Lake Garda as a break from the daily stress of work or university. The beaches of Manerba are populated in all seasons; it is difficult to give up a walk beside this turquoise water<\/strong> even in winter! Of course, to fully enjoy them, summer<\/strong> is preferable so that you can take advantage of the refreshing weather<\/strong> and the thousands of activities<\/strong> organised daily by the various kiosks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The itinerary we propose here is the one most suitable for adventure lovers<\/strong> and the more intrepid<\/strong>. It is a more demanding route that takes about half a day <\/strong>and the use of hiking clothing <\/strong>is strongly recommended.<\/p>\n\n\n\n We start at Rocca Manerba<\/em><\/strong>, so named in memory of the castle that was once located there. This is probably the most evocative place on the entire site; it is an overhanging<\/strong> cliff overlooking the lake. Let yourself be carried away by the legend of the wolf<\/strong> that defended its lair in the castle in the Middle Ages<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n After enjoying this flashback into medieval history, you should continue along the gravel path<\/strong> until you reach the Sasso<\/em><\/strong> plain. Here you can enjoy a picnic full of local specialities, with a breathtaking view of the entire landscape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The ideal season to walk this trail is spring<\/strong>, so you can enjoy the cool lake breezes <\/strong>and the not-yet-burning sun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You cannot miss the two neighbouring islands which are also perfect for families<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Getting to the two islands will be very easy; there are several ferries<\/strong> that will take you there in a matter of minutes. Once you have passed San Biagio, you can move on to Isola del Garda<\/strong>. Presiding over the island you will find a huge palace in complete neo-Gothic-Venetian style<\/strong> . It dates back to the last decades of the 19th century. The building is surrounded by a marvellous Italian garden<\/strong>, you will be astonished by the beautiful patterns of hedges and flowering bushes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Local specialities <\/p>\n\n\n\n Manerba del Garda offers two products of excellence: oil <\/strong>and wine<\/strong>. A wine tasting<\/strong> accompanied by typical cold cuts and cheeses is therefore a must. Likewise, you must try an oil tasting<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Specialities include lake fish<\/strong> presented in different options and cakes made with local ingredients, such as Sbrisolona<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The town of Manerba is very conscious of its ecological footprint<\/strong>. Don’t forget that in 2021 the town opened its doors to the Garda Festival of Sustainability<\/a>. This is why there is a wide selection of eco-friendly accommodation<\/strong>. These range from typical Brescian-style farmhouses to organic agritourisms offering full board surrounded by nature. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Also you cannot miss the castle with its medieval tower, which can be visited from the inside, and the San Sivino-Gabbiano<\/strong> pile-dwelling site.<\/p>\n\n\n\nItineraries that you cannot miss in Manerba del Garda <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
1. Relax in the most picturesque beaches of Lake Garda <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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It is an 11 km long route that goes from beach to beach. Start with La Romantica beach<\/em><\/strong>, the longest of them all, completely dotted with bars and kiosks. Then follow with the very touristy and popular Pisenze<\/em><\/strong> beach. Here you can dabble in various water sports<\/strong> such as windsurfing or sup.
Finally, continue to the Dusano<\/em><\/strong> and Sasso<\/em><\/strong> beaches.These are the most suitable for a swim in the fresh waters of the lake and an afternoon of relaxation on the pebbly shore.<\/p>\n\n\n\n2. From Rocca Manerba to Punta Sasso<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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3. Trip at the two closer Manerba’s islands <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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However, the Island of San Biagio<\/strong> has the peculiarity that it can also be reached on foot at times when the lake is receding. If you don’t want to miss the experience of ‘walking on water<\/strong>‘, we recommend visiting it between October and November, when the lake tends to dry up.
This island is also called Rabbit Island<\/strong>, as in the past the island was occupied by actual colonies of rabbits<\/strong>. Today, you can enjoy a naturalistic landscape<\/strong> and a view from a different perspective of the town of Manerba.<\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"restaurant](\"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/03\/image-9-870x490.png\")
In order to be environmentally aware<\/strong> and respectful<\/strong>, we recommend that you focus your search especially on agritourisms<\/strong>. These tend not only to offer dishes of typical Bergamo lacunar cuisine, but also to use raw materials directly from 0 km.<\/p>\n\n\n\nEco-friendly accommodation in Manerba del Garda <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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