Places
Viewpoint·Easy·Scenic·Hidden gem
Malcesine — Castello Scaligero sul Garda
Veneto
Malcesine's castle stands on a rocky spur that drops nearly straight into Lake Garda, one of the most photographed lakeside fortresses in Italy and once celebrated by Goethe during his Italian travels. The grounds around the walls give changing lake views, distinct from the cable car ascent of Monte Baldo just behind the town.
Duration
1 hour
Distance
2 km
Elevation
+20 m
Best season
Year-round
Parking · Paid
Paid parking near the castle in Malcesine.
Water
Fountain near the castle.
Highlights
- Castle rising almost directly from the lake
- Celebrated in Goethe's travel writings
- Changing lakeside views around the walls
With your dog
Leashed dogs welcome around the castle grounds.
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