Manerba del Garda
Camping Manerba del Garda: immerse yourself in water and history
Manerba is located in the province of Brescia, on the Lombard shore of Lake Garda, and consists of five hamlets: Solarolo, Montinelle, Balbiana, Pieve and Gardoncino.
This territory represents one of the most visited destinations of the lake, also thanks to the presence of the famous Island of San Biagio, normally known as Isola dei Conigli, and of the Natural Reserve of Rocca di Manerba.
If you decide to spend a few days in a campsite in Manerba del Garda, this is the ideal way to visit this charming island and, above all, it is the most suitable solution for diving enthusiasts, who can enjoy wonderful views from the depths around the island. Nearby there is also Lo Scoglio dell'Altare, one of the best known and most popular dive sites on Lake Garda, with its 150-metre depth which hosts a cave where fish such as perch, pike and eel find shelter, as well as large balconies covered with yellow sponges.
The town of Manerba is immersed in the green of the morainic hills of Valtenesi and surrounded by magical villages and farmhouses, where it is possible to taste and try the precious oil of Garda D.O.P. and the famous wines.
The territory of Manerba offers a holiday full of opportunities among historical, artistic, naturalistic, enogastronomic itineraries and sports activities!
In the campsites of Manerba del Garda you will find plenty of advice, proposals and offers for tours and guided visits to discover the typical flavours of the Garda cuisine, immersing yourself in the unique aromas that this Riviera has to offer.
The Lake Park and Nature Reserve of the Rocca di Manerba is a real open-air museum that describes the landscape, the nature and the history of a unique territory. There are many paths that lead to the archaeological remains of the Rocca di Manerba, one of the most significant medieval fortresses in the whole area of Lake Garda, from where you can enjoy a breathtaking view of the lake and of the surrounding hills. The fortress is a real natural botanical garden, with more than 400 types of vegetation.
This location is excellent for everyone. Thanks to the rich and varied offer of physical activities of various intensities, the campings in Manerba del Garda are also the perfect starting point for many routes of various difficulties.
The one at the Rocca is not particularly challenging, but you have to remember that it is on quite a steep slope and, especially in the summer months, you have to consider the time of day in order to avoid the hottest hours. Having said that, a sunset at the Rocca di Manerba is an unforgettable image that will always remain in your heart.
In the area there are also the Archaeological Civic Museum of Valtenesi and numerous churches with a lot of frescoes and precious religious and artistic testimonies, as well as traces of ancient Roman and Longobard settlements.
Moreover, thanks to the numerous excavations that have been carried out in the area, the structure of one of the most important castles dating back to the medieval period in the area of Brescia has been rediscovered: the castle of Manerba in Solarolo. This castle takes its name from the diminutive of the medieval term solarium, which is a small two-story building. Today only the entrance tower and a short section of the walls can be recognized.
If you love nature, the outdoors and history, you will experience the perfect holiday in Manerba del Garda on a campsite. The area is really rich in historical remains that will make you go back in time and imagine what life was like here once upon a time.
Manerba is the perfect destination for outdoor vacation lovers: in fact it is possible to practice many water sports and with its 10 km of coastline it boasts beaches with usually stony bottom and crystal clear water, often equipped and in the immediate vicinity of the campsites.
Sports enthusiasts will certainly not be bored here. The campsites in Manerba on Lake Garda are the ideal starting point for lovers of water and outdoor sports in general. Many sportspeople choose to spend their holidays in Manerba, a place where they can unleash all their passions.
The weekly market takes place on Friday morning, but throughout the year various activities and events are organized, cultural events and open-air cinema.
There is a wide choice of campsites, glamping and holiday villages in Manerba del Garda, also in the surrounding area, in order to offer the right solution for everyone.