Bardolino, Lake Garda

Bardolino

Lake Garda, Italy

Bardolino is one of the main resort towns on Lake Garda with a lovely lakeside waterfront.

Image above: Adert, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Bardolino Information

Bardolino, just south of Garda, is well known for Bardolino wine and the many vineyards nearby.

It’s a popular resort on Lake Garda with bars, restaurants and shops along with a weekly market.

Not far from Verona, Bardolino also has easy access to the activity parks of Gardaland and the Sealife Aquarium

FERRY INFORMATION

There are ferry boat services across the lake, the most frequent ones being to Garda, others will be more infrequent. There are, however, tour boats available to various Lake Garda destinations.

Tickets can be bought directly from the ferry service website, except for fast boat tickets which must be bought at the ground station.

*All times approximate

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Bardolino History & Other Information

View of Bardolino harbour

Bardolino has been settled since prehistoric times and there are also traces of ancient Romans. though the modern settlement dates to the early Middle Ages, when Berengar of Italy (983) had a castle built here. In that period the area was under the suzerainty of the Bobbio Abbey.

In the 12th century Bardolino is mentioned as a free commune. It later was under the Scaliger of Verona, who enlarged the fortifications to encompass the whole village. After their fall, it became part of the Republic of Venice which had a marine base here.

Things to see in Bardolino

THINGS TO SEE

Barolino has a number of places worth visiting including:

The Church of San Zeno which dates from the second half of the 9th century. Inside you can find Roman columns and parts of ancient frescoes.

Romanesque Church of San Nicol� and San Severo�which dates from the 11th and 12th centuries. The church has frescoes from the 12th, 13th, and 14th centuries and has a crypt froms from the Early Middle Ages.

The Zeni Wine Museum, located in the Zeni winery and has a variety of displays and offers tastings.

Sport in Bardolino & on Lake Garda

SPORT

Bardolino has a variety of sports to offer including tennis, football, volleyball, and mini-golf along with water skiing, paddle boarding, fishing, rowing, canoeing and more besides.

The area has some hiking and cycling routes as well. There’s a cycle path that connects Lazise,�Bardolino and�Garda and runs for about 13km in length.

Lake Garda also has the Cammino di Bardolino, a network of cycle and pedestrian routes that loop around the lake while stopping off at Bardolino DOC wineries.

Hotels in Bardolino

A selection of the most well-reviewed hotels in Bardolino include the following

Palace Hotel San Pietro

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The San Pietro is an elegant hotel with its own gardens and outdoor pool.

The hotel is right in the centre of Bardolino.

Rooms have air conditioning and satellite TV.

San Pietro’s pool has a hot tub and a counter-current machine. It is surrounded by sun loungers and parasols.

A 5-minute walk will take you to the shores of Lake Garda.

Couples particularly like the location � they rated it�9.5�for a two-person trip.

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HOTEL Hotel Du Lac et Bellevue

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Hotel Du Lac et Bellevue is set on the shores of Lake Garda, and offers a swimming pool with indoor and outdoor areas, comfortable rooms, and delicious food.

Free Wi-Fi is available throughout, and outdoor parking is free.

Set in the Riviera degli Olivi, the Du Lac et Bellevue is close to the town centre.

The surroundings are renowned for the production of Bardolino wine. Rooms are located in 3 buildings, and some offer a balcony with lake views.

The hotel features a panoramic terrace with bar service, a private beach, a pier, and a garden. A garage is also available. Breakfast is served daily. The restaurant specialises in local cuisine.

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Boutique Hotel Bel Sito

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Featuring a terrace with views across Lake Garda, Hotel Bel Sito is located steps away from the waterfront in the Cisano area, 2 km from Bardolino centre and 3 km from Lazise.

The hotel offers classic rooms, each with a balcony. Rooms have a colourful and elegant design with dark tiled floors and many with wood-beamed ceilings. All air-conditioned, they also feature free Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with shower. Many have a lake view.

Breakfast at the Bel Sito is buffet style and includes both cold and warm options.

The hotel provides free bike rental and sun loungers for the beach on the lake.

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Art Hotel Ventaglio

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Boasting an outdoor pool, Art Hotel Ventaglio offers rooms in Bardolino, 350 metres from the shores of Lake Garda. An on-site bar and free WiFi are featured.

All rooms at the hotel come with air conditioning, some offer a balcony.

Guests enjoy a sun terrace surrounded by a garden. Free bike rental service is also available.

Art Hotel Ventaglio is a 35-minute drive from Verona, while Peschiera del Garda is 15 km away.

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Hotel Namia by Dori

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Hotel Namia by Dori in Bardolino offers family rooms with private bathrooms, air-conditioning, and balconies. Each room includes a work desk, TV, and free WiFi.

Guests can enjoy a rooftop swimming pool, sun terrace, and bar. Additional amenities include a coffee shop, outdoor seating area, and free toiletries.

The hotel provides private check-in and check-out, a 24-hour front desk, and full-day security. Breakfast options include continental, buffet, and gluten-free.

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