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Believe it or not, Nietzsche went on vacation—to this pretty town on Italy’s Lake Garda. Today, travelers can explore medieval fortresses and the town’s historic center. Or, just take relaxing walks along the lakeshore and wonder what in the world it would be like to vacation with Nietzsche.
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1. Punta Larici
2. E-bike Garda Rent & Tour
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5.0 based on 24 reviews
Reviewed By davkono
I rented an electric bicycle at 17:00 to return the car I left on the Ponale road. Christian convinced me to ride another track to take full advantage of it until 19:00 The bikes are superb and well maintained and with thick wheels. With enthusiasm I went back the next day and rented a bike again and rode track 734. Thanks to Christian's explanation and the excellent bike, I rode MTB for the first time on an electric bicycle and it felt amazing, fast riding uphill, safe riding downhill I'll do it again in the future with my family.
3. MAG Museo Alto Garda
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4.5 based on 399 reviews
Reviewed By 137re - Sarasota, United States
We thought we were going into a small exhibit of turn-of-the century photographs and ended up close to three hours in the museum, which showcases everything you would ever want to know about the area and is heavy on local artists from the stone age to today. Exhibits include formal oil paintings, prehistoric and Roman relics, and WWII history as it relates to the Garda region. You can also climb to the very top of the building from where you will have a lovely view of the city and the lake. A very nice museum with plenty of interesting things to see. It has a gift shop with great books. With the exception of some brochures and fliers (and videos running on loops), all the explanations pertaining to the contents are in Italian, so a basic ability to read the language is required if you want to get the most out of it - but not necessary to enjoy this beautiful museum. Don't miss it if you are in Riva for more than one day.
4. The Bastion
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4.5 based on 925 reviews
The Bastione, a tower of grey stone, located at the foot of Mount Rocchetta, is one the symbols of Riva del Garda, overlooking the city and Lake Garda. It was built in the early XVI century, just after the end of Venetian domination over Riva. It was destroyed in 1703 by the French troops under leadership of general Vendôme, who mined the main body thus rendering it unusable. It’s a few minutes walk from the port of Riva, along a road that winds through the black pinewood of the lower Rocchetta. The path then rises further to the chapel of St. Barbara on the mountainside (610m) and the Rocchetta itself (1520m). The Bastione has recently been restored. Visitors may see the imposing external bodywork and what is left of the inside from a winding staircase. The locations enjoys an excellent view.
Reviewed By 535janetr - Burgess Hill, United Kingdom
An easy walk up to The Bastion as the funicular wasn't open till 11. Fantastic views from the top with a very nice cafe where you can get good coffee and admire Riva from on high. Be careful to check what time the funicular opens, on the day we went it wasn't till 11 as it was closed for maintenance. Very busy by the time we left.
5. Torre Apponale
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 360 reviews
Reviewed By annem6432
This area is a super area for relaxing over a cool drink with loved ones and people watch. There is always something going on in the square next to the harbour.
6. Monte Brione
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4.5 based on 202 reviews
Reviewed By MaurizioL435 - Castelnuovo Rangone, Italy
The ride up to the fort on Monte Brione offers a good 20-30min ride with some decent elevation change, and when you reach the fort, you can enjoy a break-taking view of Lake Garda above Torbole-Riva (Monte Brione divides the two towns). A bit further along the asphalt road, on the left you will find the MTB path sentiero 770 which is a single-track on medium difficulty for DH riding, total length of the ride about 3'. We are frequently in Riva for pleasure, and this bike trip on Monte Brione is very good for a 40' training session on the MTB with some downhill bits.
7. Catena Square
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4.5 based on 202 reviews
The name refers to the large chain which in the past centuries was stretched across the water in defence of the harbour. Until 1929, the piazza was home to the Imperial Customs House: a sign of the borderline which for centuries separated the northern stretch of the lake from the regions just a little further to the south. On this square the baroque statue of San Giovanni Nepomuceno, patron saint of the waters, can be found, which until the Great War stood in Piazza Benacense.
8. Chapel Santa Barbara
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4.5 based on 494 reviews
The small Chapel to Saint Barbara (m 625 – h 1,45 from Riva del Garda), was built in 1935 by the miners who worked on the conduits of the Ponale power plant. It is placed in a horrid and daring, yet panoramic position, on the slope of Mount Rocchetta near the start of the penstocks feeding the hydroelectrical plant. The Chapel is visible from afar thanks to nighttime lighting.
Reviewed By cpcervelo - Munich, Germany
I have hiked and run up here a number of times and the experience is always amazing. When you look at the chapel from Riva, it seems impossible to get up there. The trail itself is well built but can be treacherous at times. It's definitely not an easy hike especially when it's hot outside. Highly recommend as an experience for fit people. Make sure to bring plenty of water.
9. Old Ponale Road Path
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4.5 based on 1,232 reviews
One follows via Gargnano (Gardesana Occidentale National Road SS 45bis) from the centre of Riva heading towards Limone. On the right before the tunnel, take the old road which once linked Riva del Garda with the Ledro Valley. From there one can enjoy breathtaking panoramas for once in a lifetime photo opportunities.
Reviewed By MaurizioL435 - Castelnuovo Rangone, Italy
It is an easy walk or easy mountain bike ride that offers a spectacular and breathtaking view of the lake and the surrounding area. It is also littered with ruins from the WW1 era that can be visited, and at the very top, there is the Bar Ponale Alto which is a cafè that offers coffee, and food, which can be enjoyed on the terraces overlooking the Ponale gorge. Definitely a must see.
10. Piazza 3 Novembre
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4.5 based on 432 reviews
Formerly called Piazza Granda and then Piazza Benacense, this piazza is the heart of both the old and modern town. It is the location for the Office of the Podestà and the Town Hall, the Torre Apponale a several houses of the nobility. The arcades dating back to the period of Scaligera rule, which close off the piazza towards the harbour and the lake, used to house the markets and shops.
Reviewed By miacabrerm - Miami, United States
Riva del Garda is at the north end of Lake Garda, next to the lake and surrounded by mountains. The piazza is right next to the lake and there are coffee shops and restaurants all around and surrounded by mountains, it can't get better than that ! Beautiful place to visit or to spend a week there as a base to visit all the towns bordering the lake and the hilltop towns nearby some of which have a huge Austrian influence like Bolzano for example. I absolutely love this area!
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