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Three charming villages to discover in the hills of Lombardy.

Three historic villages near Lake Garda reveal castles, wines, cycle paths and typical flavors of eastern Lombardy.

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Nestled among rolling hills, vineyards, and medieval vestiges, three villages surrounding Lake Garda reveal the best of rural Lombardy.

Castellaro Lagusello, Solferino, and Ponti sul Mincio combine history, landscapes, and cuisine in an ideal itinerary for those who wish to escape the classic tourist routes around Milan.

Castellaro Lagusello: medieval charm and a heart-shaped lake

Recognized as one of Most beautiful villages in Italy, Castellaro Lagusello It enchants right from the entrance with its stone arch and small heart-shaped lake. Inside the walls, 12th-century ruins reveal the strategic importance of the village to the Scaligeri family of Verona.

**Castellaro Lagusello** It's a medieval village on the edge of a heart-shaped lake, with ancient walls and a charm that seems straight out of a fairy tale.

The clock tower offers a wide view of the Moravian hills. Also noteworthy are the church of San Nicola and the gardens of... Villa Arrighi, with optional entry. The region is ideal for hiking and cycling in the nearby nature reserve, where old stilt houses have been discovered on the shores of the lake.

Stone houses, a heart-shaped lake, and medieval charm make this village one of the most romantic in Lombardy.

Solferino: the village that inspired the creation of the Red Cross.

Known for its importance in the history of Italian unification, Solferino It is marked by the battle of 1859, which led Henry Dunant to found the International Red CrossA museum with three sections recounts the Italian wars of independence, and the Red Cross memorial celebrates peace.

Solferino, a historic village surrounded by hills and vineyards, with breathtaking views and plenty of Lombard charm.

A Rocca di SolferinoThe tower, also known as the "Italian spy," stands in a wooded park with trails and picnic areas. From the top of the tower, the view extends to the vineyards and Lake Garda. The village still preserves local traditions, such as the preparation of... Capunsèi, a typical dough made with bread and eggs.

A symbol of Italian unification, the tower offers an incredible view of the Lombardy hills and holds memories of the famous battle that marked the country's history.

Ponti sul Mincio: fortresses, cycle path and wines of Lombardy

Ponti sul MincioLocated within the Mincio Regional Park, it combines historical heritage with outdoor recreation. Scaliger CastleBuilt in the 13th century, it dominates the central square. Climb to its tower to admire the rooftops of the village and the course of the river.

The village is the starting point for Mincio bike pathOne of the most beautiful roads in Italy, stretching 40 km between Mantua and Peschiera del Garda. Along the way, it's worth stopping at... Fort Ardietti...with visits to restored dormitories and military exhibits. To finish, sample the local DOC wines of... Colli Morenici, perfect to accompany a focaccia baked over charcoal.