Lake Garda facts for kids
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Lake Garda is the biggest lake in Italy. In Italian, people call it Lago di Garda. It's a super popular spot for holidays!
This beautiful lake is in northern Italy. You can find it between the famous cities of Venice and Milan. It stretches across three different regions: Veneto, Lombardy, and Trentino.
Lake Garda is quite long, about 51.6 kilometers (32 miles). It is also 17.2 kilometers (10.7 miles) wide at its widest point. The lake covers a large area of 369.98 square kilometers (142.85 square miles).
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What Makes Lake Garda Special?
Lake Garda is known for its amazing scenery. The northern part is narrow and surrounded by tall mountains. The southern part is wider and has gentle hills. These hills were formed by glaciers a long time ago.
A Mild Climate for Fun
The lake has a special climate that is usually mild. This means it's not too hot in summer and not too cold in winter. This weather is perfect for growing olive trees and lemon trees. It also makes the area great for holidays all year round.
How the Lake Was Formed
Lake Garda was carved out by a huge glacier during the Ice Age. This glacier moved down from the Alps. It dug out the deep basin where the lake now sits. As the glacier melted, it left behind the water that filled the lake. It also left the rolling hills you see in the south.
Things to Do at Lake Garda
Lake Garda is a fantastic place for many activities. There are lots of towns around the lake, each with its own charm.
Exploring Charming Towns
- Sirmione: This town is on a peninsula that sticks out into the lake. It has an old castle called Scaliger Castle. You can also see ancient Roman ruins there, known as the Grottoes of Catullus.
- Malcesine: Located on the eastern shore, Malcesine also has a cool Scaliger Castle. You can take a cable car up Monte Baldo from here. The views from the top are incredible!
- Riva del Garda: This town is at the very northern tip of the lake. It's popular for water sports like windsurfing and sailing.
- Desenzano del Garda: On the southwestern shore, Desenzano is a lively town. It has a busy harbor and a beautiful old town.
- Peschiera del Garda: This town is famous for its historic fortress. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Fun Activities for Everyone
- Water Sports: You can go swimming, sailing, windsurfing, and paddleboarding. The lake's clear waters are perfect for these activities.
- Theme Parks: Gardaland is one of Italy's biggest theme parks. It's near the lake and has exciting rides and shows. There are also other parks like Caneva Aquapark.
- Cycling and Hiking: There are many paths around the lake and in the mountains. You can enjoy beautiful views while cycling or hiking.
- Boat Trips: Taking a ferry or a boat trip is a great way to see the lake. You can visit different towns and even some small islands.
Images for kids
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Lake Garda seen from Monte Baldo.
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Moraine hills are typical of the southern part of Lake Garda.
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Satellite photo of Lake Garda.
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Lake Garda with its wind pattern.
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Grottoes of Catullus in Sirmione.
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Scaliger Castle of Malcesine.
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Scaliger Castle of Sirmione.
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Tower of San Martino della Battaglia, built on the site of the battle of San Martino, part of battle of Solferino (1859).
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Areal view of Vittoriale degli Italiani.
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Gardaland is the most visited theme park in Italy.
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Ferry on service on the lake.
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Bus directed to Brescia in Sirmione.
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Isola di Trimelone
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Isola di San Biagio and Isola del Garda
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Isola dell'Olivo
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Parco Giardino Sigurtà is a naturalistic park that homes many different species of plants and flowers
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Countryside around Desenzano. Vines are common in the southern part of the Lake
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Olive trees
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Lemon trees in Limone
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Desenzano
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Riva
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Lazise
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Salò
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Malcesine
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Toscolano Maderno
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Limone
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Torri del Benaco
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Peschiera
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See also
In Spanish: Lago de Garda para niños
