4Limone sul Garda, Lake Garda

On the other side of Lake Garda is picturesque Limone sul Garda, rather aptly named considering the history of lemon and citrus fruit cultivation in the area but actually named due to its location near a border. (Limone actually derives from a Latin word meaning ‘boundary’ and reflects the fact that Lake Garda falls into three different Italian regions. Limone is situated in Brescia but there is another Limone in Piemonte hence it is known as Limone sul Garda to allow people to easily distinguish between the two).

Head to the Porto Vecchio, the heart of the old town from where you can start your meander through the narrow streets and alleyways up the hillside behind or stop at one of the many waterside cafes and restaurants. Head North along the pathways to escape the throng of tourists and discover lemon groves, cafes and small pebbly beaches where you can enjoy a chance to cool off in the lake waters. Head South and you’ll find a more modern, less authentic side of Limone with a larger open stretch of beach but also plenty of modern hotel resorts.

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