For your vacation in northern Italy
Montichiari near Lake Garda
Montichiari
Montichiari, picturesque town of about 27,000 people in the district of Brescia, represents the gateway to Lake Garda thanks to its strategic position in northern Italy.
It lies among six hills and on the highest one, Saint Pancras Hill, stunning views of Lake Garda, the Alps and the Apennines can be enjoyed in clear days.
The river Chiese flows through the town and along the beautiful countryside, where great walks can be enjoyed.
Montichiari offers tourists an authentic Italian flair, a warm hospitality, monuments of stunning beauty, great culture and traditions, and it is the perfect place to enjoy the Lake District and art cities such as: Brescia at 20 km, Mantua at 40 km, Verona at 45 km, Bergamo at 60 km, Milan at 100 km, and Venice at 140 km.
The closest airports are:
- Verona Villafranca at 40 km
- Milan Bergamo at 60 km
- Milan Linate at 100 km
- Milan Malpensa at 160 km
- Venice at 170 km
Excellent restaurants, trattorias, pizzerias and vegan/vegetarian restaurants are available in town. Specialties of the territory are: tagliatelle with different sauces, pumpkin ravioli, meat dishes, lake fish, cheese and ham plates, gorgeous desserts and wines from the Lake area.
Montichiari in a few points...
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Proximity to the lake District: Lake Garda, Lake Iseo, Lake Idro, Lake Como and Lake Maggiore
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Proximity to the major art cities in northern Italy( Brescia, Verona, Mantua, Venice, Milan and off the beaten track gems)
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Genuine and authentic Italian flavor
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Art galleries and museums
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A majestic neo Gothic style Castle overlooking the piazza
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A Romanesque Abbey
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A Baroque Basilica
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A very welcoming Piazza with the best bars and coffee shops
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Bike paths available in town and towards the hills and the lake
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Ten Golf Clubs in the area: 15 minutes away to maximum one hour
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Nordic walking paths
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Town's swimming pool with beautiful and large summer park
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The beautiful Chiese River where walks on foot or by bike are possible
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Lovely shops in town: the best Italian made shoes, bags and clothes
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Fast train to Florence: 1 hour and a half away from Verona railway station
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Fast train to Rome: 2 hours and 40 minutes away from Verona railway station
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Boat rides on lake Garda
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