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Hiking on Monte Baldo

Without a doubt, Lake Garda is an ideal destination for outdoor sports enthusiasts and nature lovers. On many routes and trails, trekking fans and hikers can create new experiences every day.

Among the various hiking tours there is the following, highly recommended, moderately tricky tour, that leads from Malcesine to the middle station of the cable car in San Michele. We suggest attempting this hike in late spring when the last snow has finally disappeared. Otherwise, it could be troublesome at some points.

The tour follows the familiar Ventrar path. You reach the starting point by taking the cable car from Malcesine to Bocca Tratto Spino. From here, a cart path leads north downhill around the eastern wall of Mount Colma. Behind it, on the left, you'll see a sign indicating the path "Sentiero del Ventrar", which you can easily reach after a 20-minute descent.

The following section of this breathtaking tour, which is always well-marked and leads over solid terrain, consists of a series of ascending and descending stages along the cliffs and picturesque ravines to the Colma, extending to the north. Behind the cliff, the trail heads west, taking you to the scenic pastures of Prai.

From there, the route descends towards Malcesine or the alpine pastures of Kira, and continues on S. Valentino and finally to a unique archway.

It's called "Il Signor" and runs along a mule track, consisting of rock plates on the charming hill of S. Michele until it ends at the middle station of the cable car. Once at the station, you can choose between two options: Either you return by cable car to Malcesine, or you can walk the last section.

Ideal accommodations for all hikers are the following hiking hotels of Lake Garda.

Suitable accommodations
Hotel Portici - Romantik & Wellness  - Riva
from 75€
Centrally located hotel with free access to the wellness center, a restaurant, free private parking, bike deposit and free e-bike charging station. Only 50 metres from the lake.
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Agriturismo Uliveta  - Brenzone
from 50€
Located in a quiet position, only minutes from lake Garda. The apartments with panoramic view are ideal for families.
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Hotel Sole - Relax & Panorama  - Riva
from 80€
An elegant 4-star hotel directly on the lake with private parking, restaurant, pizzeria and small private spa. There is also a bike depot and a free e-bike charging station.
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Hotel Ariston  - Malcesine
from 65€
Certified eco hotel near the historic centre and the beach. Ideal starting point also for hikes around Monte Baldo!
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Agriturismo San Maggiore  - Malcesine
from 60€
The Agriturismo offers comfortable rooms in a quiet panoramic position, a pool, a rich breakfast and a familiar ambiance.
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Garda Suite Hotel - Tonelli Hotels  - Riva
up to -10%
Completely renovated 4*S hotel just 100 metres from the lake. With spacious and modern suites, gourmet breakfast and outdoor pool.
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Belfiore Park Hotel  |  in Brenzone
Directly at the lake with private shore