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What to do on Lake Garda
on New Year's Eve
What to do on Lake Garda on New Year's Eve
Celebrating New Year’s Eve on Lake Garda is a unique experience, surrounded by breathtaking landscapes, winter events, and magical atmospheres. With its stunning views, charming villages, and a variety of activities, Lake Garda is the ideal destination for anyone seeking an unforgettable winter getaway.
If you’re planning to spend New Year’s Eve here, here’s a list of
must-have experiences for a 2-3 day stay.
Celebrating New Year’s Eve on Lake Garda is a unique experience, surrounded by breathtaking landscapes, winter events, and magical atmospheres. With its stunning views, charming villages, and a variety of activities, Lake Garda is the ideal destination for anyone seeking an unforgettable winter getaway.
If you’re planning to spend New Year’s Eve here, here’s a list of must-have experiences for a 2-3 day stay.
1. Relax in the thermal spa of the area
Winter is the perfect time to rejuvenate, and the thermal spas around Lake Garda offer the ideal setting for it. Thanks to their mineral-rich waters, the area’s thermal baths are renowned for their health and wellness benefits. Here are some options to consider:
- Terme di Sirmione: One of Italy’s most famous thermal baths, Terme di Sirmione is ideal for those seeking a luxurious experience. With thermal pools, whirlpools, and wellness paths, Terme di Sirmione offers a true haven of relaxation.
- Aquardens, Verona: Italy’s largest thermal park, located just a few kilometers from Lake Garda, features thermal pools, saunas, and relaxation areas where you can spend a few hours in complete tranquility.
1. Relax in the thermal spa of the area
Winter is the perfect time to rejuvenate, and the thermal spas around Lake Garda offer the ideal setting for it. Thanks to their mineral-rich waters, the area’s thermal baths are renowned for their health and wellness benefits. Here are some options to consider:
- Terme di Sirmione: One of Italy’s most famous thermal baths, Terme di Sirmione is ideal for those seeking a luxurious experience. With thermal pools, whirlpools, and wellness paths, Terme di Sirmione offers a true haven of relaxation.
- Aquardens, Verona: Italy’s largest thermal park, located just a few kilometers from Lake Garda, features thermal pools, saunas, and relaxation areas where you can spend a few hours in complete tranquility.
2. Visit the christmas markets
During the holiday season, the towns around Lake Garda and nearby Verona come alive with enchanting Christmas markets, perfect for immersing yourself in the festive spirit, shopping for handmade gifts, and enjoying local specialties. Here are some of the most renowned markets:
- Bardolino christmas market: This picturesque village hosts Christmas markets along the lakeshore, where you can find handcrafted products, traditional sweets, and holiday decorations. The markets are typically open from late November until Epiphany.
- Verona christmas market: In the heart of Verona, Piazza dei Signori hosts one of the most famous Christmas markets in the region. Featuring wooden stalls inspired by Nordic style, this market offers a wide range of handcrafted items, holiday decorations, and traditional foods, creating a truly magical atmosphere. It’s an unmissable stop.
2. Visit the christmas markets
During the holiday season, the towns around Lake Garda and nearby Verona come alive with enchanting Christmas markets, perfect for immersing yourself in the festive spirit, shopping for handmade gifts, and enjoying local specialties. Here are some of the most renowned markets:
- Bardolino christmas market: This picturesque village hosts Christmas markets along the lakeshore, where you can find handcrafted products, traditional sweets, and holiday decorations. The markets are typically open from late November until Epiphany.
- Verona christmas market: In the heart of Verona, Piazza dei Signori hosts one of the most famous Christmas markets in the region. Featuring wooden stalls inspired by Nordic style, this market offers a wide range of handcrafted items, holiday decorations, and traditional foods, creating a truly magical atmosphere. It’s an unmissable stop.
3. Winter Excursions and Tours
Winter offers spectacular scenery around Lake Garda, with plenty of opportunities for outdoor excursions:
- Monte Baldo: The Malcesine-Monte Baldo cable car takes you directly to the top of Monte Baldo, where you’ll enjoy breathtaking views. If there’s snow, you can try activities like sledding or snowshoeing.
- Tour of Historic Villages: Explore historic villages like Malcesine, Sirmione, and Limone sul Garda, where you can stroll through ancient streets, admire medieval castles, and soak in the authentic Italian atmosphere.
3. Winter Excursions and Tours
Winter offers spectacular scenery around Lake Garda, with plenty of opportunities for outdoor excursions:
- Monte Baldo: The Malcesine-Monte Baldo cable car takes you directly to the top of Monte Baldo, where you’ll enjoy breathtaking views. If there’s snow, you can try activities like sledding or snowshoeing.
- Tour of Historic Villages: Explore historic villages like Malcesine, Sirmione, and Limone sul Garda, where you can stroll through ancient streets, admire medieval castles, and soak in the authentic Italian atmosphere.
4. A day at Gardaland Magic Winter: fun for the whole family
If you’re traveling with family, a day at Gardaland is the perfect idea! During the holiday season, the famous park transforms with its Gardaland Magic Winter event, where you’ll find decorated attractions, Christmas-themed shows, and a magical atmosphere that will light up the eyes of both young and old. From Santa’s Village to the ice-skating rink, Gardaland offers fun and festive spirit for everyone.
It’s a unique experience that will bring smiles to the entire family, kicking off the New Year on a joyful note!
4. A day at Gardaland Magic Winter: fun for the whole family
If you’re traveling with family, a day at Gardaland is the perfect idea! During the holiday season, the famous park transforms with its Gardaland Magic Winter event, where you’ll find decorated attractions, Christmas-themed shows, and a magical atmosphere that will light up the eyes of both young and old. From Santa’s Village to the ice-skating rink, Gardaland offers fun and festive spirit for everyone.
It’s a unique experience that will bring smiles to the entire family, kicking off the New Year on a joyful note!
5. Wine tastings at local wineries
Lake Garda is famous for its wine production, and many local wineries organize tastings during the winter season. This is the perfect opportunity to discover some of Italy’s finest wines, including the renowned Lugana, Bardolino, and Valpolicella.
Various wineries, such as Cantina Ca’ dei Frati and Cantina Zeni, offer guided tours with tastings, providing an excellent way to explore the gastronomic culture of the Garda region. These experiences not only allow you to savor exquisite wines but also to learn about the winemaking process and the unique characteristics of each wine.
5. Wine tastings at local wineries
Lake Garda is famous for its wine production, and many local wineries organize tastings during the winter season. This is the perfect opportunity to discover some of Italy’s finest wines, including the renowned Lugana, Bardolino, and Valpolicella.
Various wineries, such as Cantina Ca’ dei Frati and Cantina Zeni, offer guided tours with tastings, providing an excellent way to explore the gastronomic culture of the Garda region. These experiences not only allow you to savor exquisite wines but also to learn about the winemaking process and the unique characteristics of each wine.
New Year’s Eve in a dream location?
Discover Villa Cariola
With so many activities, Lake Garda is the perfect destination for a relaxing, adventurous, and unforgettable New Year’s Eve. From the tranquility of the spas to the vibrancy of the Christmas markets, there truly is something for everyone here.
To make your stay even more special, Villa Cariola invites you to celebrate with our exclusive New Year’s Package, which includes accommodation in one of our elegant rooms, a gala dinner, entertainment, and a midnight toast. Let us take care of every detail, so you can enjoy the best of the area and welcome the new year in style.
All that’s left is to plan your trip and start the new year with a vacation in one of the most enchanting places in Italy, pampered by the hospitality of Villa Cariola!
New Year’s Eve in a dream location?
Discover Villa Cariola
With so many activities, Lake Garda is the perfect destination for a relaxing, adventurous, and unforgettable New Year’s Eve. From the tranquility of the spas to the vibrancy of the Christmas markets, there truly is something for everyone here.
To make your stay even more special, Villa Cariola invites you to celebrate with our exclusive New Year’s Package, which includes accommodation in one of our elegant rooms, a gala dinner, entertainment, and a midnight toast. Let us take care of every detail, so you can enjoy the best of the area and welcome the new year in style.
All that’s left is to plan your trip and start the new year with a vacation in one of the most enchanting places in Italy, pampered by the hospitality of Villa Cariola!
