{"id":25904,"date":"2024-02-22T15:53:24","date_gmt":"2024-02-22T14:53:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.visitlakeidro.com\/5-steden-om-te-bezoeken-tijdens-je-vakantie-aan-het-idromeer\/"},"modified":"2026-03-09T17:14:33","modified_gmt":"2026-03-09T16:14:33","slug":"5-towns-to-visit-during-your-holiday-on-lake-idro","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.visitlakeidro.com\/en\/5-towns-to-visit-during-your-holiday-on-lake-idro\/","title":{"rendered":"5 towns to visit during your holiday on Lake Idro"},"content":{"rendered":"

Lake Idro offers unique tourist experiences where you can immerse yourself in nature and discover little-known villages. A hike up Monte Censo is one of my favourite activities, from the top you have spectacular views over Lake Idro. I love walking through the narrow streets of Bondone or the tiny village of Presegno, the tranquillity of these places is fascinating.<\/p>\n

During your holiday in nature, take the opportunity to explore more, surely one of your fellow travellers would like to visit a nearby town, for an immersive cultural experience or just for shopping. In fact, you can easily plan day trips from Lake Idro to discover art cities.<\/p>\n

Here I suggest 5 cities around Lake Idro that you can visit during your holiday. Pick one and go exploring! The cities I recommend are very different in terms of architectural style and geographical location.<\/p>\n

Which town should you visit? Choose between Brescia, Bergamo, Verona, Mantua or Trento!<\/h3>\n

The closest city is Brescia<\/strong>, called ‘the Lioness of Italy’ because it is a symbol of strength, determination and pride. Its historic centre stretches at the foot of the Cidneo hill, on which the castle stands.<\/p>\n

To the west of Brescia lies the city of Bergamo<\/strong>, which, together with Brescia, will be chosen as Italy’s Capital of Culture in 2023. The city of Bergamo is divided into two parts: the upper part, called ‘Citt\u00e0 Alta’, famous for its masterpieces, and the lower part ‘Citt\u00e0 Bassa’, more modern and dynamic.<\/p>\n

To the east of Brescia lies the famous Verona<\/strong>, the city of Romeo and Juliet. The old town is crossed by the river Adige and is also known for the opera festival at the Arena di Verona.<\/p>\n

To the south, between Brescia and Verona, nestled between three regions, lies Mantua<\/strong>. Mantua, also called ‘the city of the three lakes’, Upper, Middle and Lower Lake, is the city of Virgil (the Roman poet) and the Gonzaga family.<\/p>\n

North of Lake Idro, you can visit Trento<\/strong>. This city is surrounded by three mountains and lies on the banks of the Adige River. Trento has always been a border town with the central European world and is known for its Council and Buonconsiglio castle.<\/p>\n

All these beautiful towns around Lake Idro and Lake Garda are rich in culture, history and art. They are all worth a visit, but take a day to explore at least one: Brescia, Bergamo, Verona, Mantua or Trento. Continue your journey through these cities! Read what to see in the most beautiful cities around Lake Idro in my day trip experiences.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>