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Holiday apartment in Torri del Benaco
Vacation rental in the historic centre · steps from Lake Garda
The destination
Torri del Benaco: a medieval village on Lake Garda
Nestled among medieval alleys and enclosed by 14th-century Scaligero walls, Torri del Benaco sits on the eastern shore of the lake, 38 kilometres from Verona.
The Scaligero Castle — built between 1383 and 1393 on the orders of the Scaligeri, lords of Verona — towers over the small harbour with its three battlemented towers. Inside, a historic lemon house from 1760 is still in production today, alongside an ethnographic museum on life and traditions around Lake Garda: fishing, olive growing, and ancient sailing boats.
Torri del Benaco is the ideal base for exploring Lake Garda: the ferry to Toscolano Maderno leaves from the landing stage just minutes away, Garda and Bardolino are less than twenty kilometres distant, and Verona — with its Arena and UNESCO-listed historic centre — is reachable in under an hour. A mild climate, locally produced DOP extra-virgin olive oil and Bardolino DOC wine make this corner of the lake an authentic destination, well away from mass tourism.
Points of interest
What to see in Torri del Benaco
Three unmissable sights in the village, all reachable on foot from the apartment.
Scaligero Castle
Built in 1383 on the orders of the Scaligeri, it is the symbol of Torri del Benaco. Three battlemented towers, a historic lemon house from 1760 still in production, and an ethnographic museum on Garda culture. From the main tower, the view stretches across the entire lake.
Harbour and historic centre
The small harbour is one of the most picturesque on the whole of Lake Garda. Overlooking the water is the Palazzo del Capitano del Lago, historic seat of the Gardesana Council. In the village lanes, the Clock Tower — which housed the Council of 24 for centuries — bears witness to the town’s long tradition of communal governance.
Rock carvings and the lakeside
The area around Torri del Benaco holds the largest concentration of prehistoric rock carvings on the lake, some dating to the Bronze Age. Nearby, the Tanella Cave stretches 400 metres into the slopes of Monte Baldo. At sunset, the lakeside promenade becomes a spectacular display of light and colour on the water.
Experiences
What to do in Torri del Benaco and surroundings
From the ferry to the opposite shore to the Bardolino wineries, from Monte Baldo to Verona: a different discovery every day.
- Torri–Maderno ferry — 10 minutes across the lake to Trentino and the Brescia shore
- Regata delle Bisse — traditional Venetian-style rowing regattas every summer (June–August) in the village bay
- Bardolino DOC and Custoza — wine tastings at cellars less than 20 km away
- Garda Orientale DOP olive oil — direct purchase from local presses, a recognised quality product
- Monte Baldo — hiking and cable car from Malcesine (30 km); panoramic views over the entire lake
- Verona — 38 km; the Arena, Piazza Bra, Romeo and Juliet, UNESCO historic centre
- Garda and Punta San Vigilio — beaches and panoramic terraces, 15 km away
Where to stay
Geppetto Garda: holiday home in the historic centre
A mini apartment for up to 4 people, in the heart of the village, steps from the castle and the lake.
Geppetto Garda is in the historic centre of Torri del Benaco: the ideal choice for anyone who wants to experience village life authentically, without depending on a car to reach the lakeside, restaurants and main sights. The apartment sleeps up to 6 people — a double bed, a bunk bed and a sofa bed — suitable for couples, families and small groups of friends.
- Capacity — up to 6 guests (4+2)
- Lake (public access) — 50 m walk
- Scaligero Castle — 200 m
- Ferry landing — 150 m
- Book on Booking.com or Airbnb — or contact us directly for the best rates, without OTA commission
Getting here
Getting to Torri del Benaco
From the Brenner Pass to the motorway south, Torri del Benaco is well connected to all of Europe — by car, plane or train.
By plane
- Verona-Villafranca (VRN) — 50 km, approx. 45 min by car
- Bergamo Orio al Serio (BGY) — 130 km, approx. 1h 30 min
- Milan Malpensa (MXP) — 160 km, approx. 1h 45 min
By train + bus
- Peschiera del Garda station — 30 km, then ATV local bus or taxi
- Desenzano del Garda station — 35 km, ATV line towards Torri
By car
- From Verona — SS249 Gardesana Orientale, approx. 45 min
- From Munich (MUC) — A22 Brenner + A4, approx. 3h 30 min
- From Zurich — A2 + A4, approx. 3h 30 min
- From Vienna — A22 + A4, approx. 5h
- From Amsterdam — approx. 10h; a stop in Innsbruck is recommended
Parking available near the apartment. Exact address and directions provided after booking.
Plan your holiday in Torri del Benaco
Apartment in the historic centre · up to 6 guests · free parking badge · available on Booking.com and Airbnb · or contact us directly for the best rates