Torri del Benaco
Campsites Torri del Benaco: on the slopes of Monte Baldo
Torri del Benaco, a delightful tourist destination in the centre of the “Riviera degli Ulivi”, or Olive Tree Riviera, has preserved intact all the charm of a mediaeval village, visible from afar thanks to the unmistakeable outline of the striking Della Scala Castle, built in 1383 over the foundations of a castle that existed in Longobard times. The castle houses a historical and ethnographical museum, with exhibits focusing on the traditional economic activities of the upper part of the Garda area, and can be visited throughout. Inside, visitors can admire ancient ethnographical documents, prehistoric findings, tools used for fishing and olive growing, as well as a citrus fruit hothouse from 1760.
The towers of the Castle offer magnificent views over the Roman port, where fishing was the traditional activity, and of the lake in general, encircled by the mountains on the Brescia side and by the historic centre of Torri.
At the foot of the Castle, the port opens out, forming a semi-circle of charming buildings and churches, including the seventh-century church of San Marco, the fifteenth-century church of the Holy Trinity, and the parish church of San Pietro and San Paolo, dating back to the first half of the 18th century: in each of these churches there are paintings by famous local artists.
It is worth remembering that during the Serenissima Republic of Venice, the fifteenth-century Gardesana Palace on the Port hosted the meetings of the “Gardesana dell’acqua“, a federation of 10 municipalities on the Verona side of the lakeshore that was invested with fiscal powers. The development of tourism on lake Garda has made Torri one of the most exclusive spots on the lakeshore, attracting such illustrious visitors as André Gide, Stephen Spender, Laurence Olivier, Vivien Leigh, Maria Callas, Jacques Piccard and King Juan Carlos of Spain.
Holidays in Torri del Benaco are definitely a good choice, especially for sports enthusiasts and lovers of peace and tranquillity. For the first in particular, the area offers so many opportunities, as the town lies at the foot of Monte Baldo. The dense network of hiking trails makes the municipality of Torri del Benaco a great destination for those who love walking in nature, being able to choose a new trail every day. The choice of a campsite in Torri del Benaco, or in its vicinity, is also optimal for those who love quiet and prefer to move at a slow pace. The historic centre offers many facilities to visit with ease, such as the clock tower and the many places overlooking the lake. Activities suitable for more or less everyone include the Tibetan bridge at Crero and, with less than an hour's ferry ride, the possibility of visiting Toscolano Maderno, on the opposite shore of the lake.
Lovers of history looking for a holiday in the midst of nature will be sure to enjoy Pai, with its two neighbourhoods, one facing the lake and the other the hills, and the verdant Albisano, offering splendid views over the Garda area.
Holiday villages, glamping and campsites near Torri del Benaco let you spend your holiday immersing yourself in your favourite activities to recharge your batteries! Even if you only have a few days available, you can make the most of your free time in a weekend in Torri del Benaco!
