Lake Garda is the pearl of the Italian Alps. Owing to its steep slopes and mountains as well as its crystalline waters, the area is a beloved travel destination. Sailing in Navene di Malcesine? We help to decide which is the best time to visit and we also give some handy tips for putting together a one-week itinerary.
Malcesine lies on the eastern shore of Lake Garda, in the Province of Verona in the Veneto region. It’s 120 km away from Venice and 40 km from Verona and encircles the following settlements: Navene, Campagnola, Malcesine itself, Val di Sogno and Cassone. You can find the Monte Baldo range and the two largest islands of Lake Garda: Isola di Sogno and Isola dell’Olivo here as well.
The first known settlers of Malcesine were the Etruscan around 500 B.C. Through the conquests of Tiberius, however, Malcesine has been taken under the control of the Roman Empire. Malcesine has also been invaded by the Ostrogoths, the Alemanni and the Lombards. In the late middle ages, it was under Verona’s, then Venice’s control. The rule of the latter was terminated by Napoleon’s invasions and after the fall of Venice, Malcesine has been taken under the control of the Habsburg Empire. It became part of the Kingdom of Italy in 1866 through the Risorgimento (the Resurgence).
There’re two climates mixing in the Lake Garda area: the Mediterranean and mountain climates. Although summers are hot and sunny, showers occur frequently, whereas winters are relatively dry. The lake’s water temperature is approximately 20-23 °C in the summer, however, temperatures in the northern part are always 2-3 degrees lower than the southern. Due to the precipitation arriving from the surrounding mountains and the natural hot springs, the lake boasts remarkably clean waters of excellent quality.
The two min winds of Malcesine the Ora and the Pelèr provide excellent conditions for sailing. The best time to visit is spring to the beginning of summer, especially between April and mid-June.
Lake Ledro is one of the most wonderful places in the area. If you are seeking pleasant relaxation, the breathtakingly beautiful lake that is nestled in a bay encircled by mountains is a perfect choice then. If you’d like to swim, you can dip into crystalline, excellent quality water here. The lake is very easily accessible, you can even reach it by a walking tour.
The Varone Waterfall is approximately 5 km away from Riva del Garda; multiple signs help to guide visitors. The place has a unique microclimate, you can observe the blossoming of some unique plant species.
You have to climb 115 steps to reach the Upper Cave. The awe-inspiring waterfall is fed by Magnone river that stems from Lake Tenno and its total height is 98 m. It’s a must-see sight for both adults and children.
It’s a general truth in Italy that their world-renowned speciality, the pizza, is a must-try. Their traditional ice cream, the gelato is also an amazing, special treat.
One of the characteristic products of Malcesine is its olive oil of excellent quality.
Drinkwise, their strong espresso and the refreshing Aperol spritz are the most popular. The latter is a delicious beverage of orangey flavours consisting of bitter liqueur, Italian sparkling wine and soda.
If you choose the splendid beaches of the area, you’ll be spoilt with crystalline waters and several water sports to try.
Navene Beach stretches by Fragila Vela Malcesine, 4 km north of Malcesine. It’s a public pebble beach that offers a wide range of sports suitable for children too. There’re great bars, pizzerias and restaurants in the area.
The public Val di Songo Beach stretches south of Malcesine. It’s a pebble beach with parasols and sun lounges available for hire and it’s also very popular amongst surfers and sailors. Only 20 m away from the beach, you can find Isola del Songo, where you’re ought to try diving.
The marina of Navene di Malcesine offers more than 200 moorings for motorboats amongst many. All moorings have free access to running water and electricity and there’re showers in the Clubhouse. The marina provides two cranes for hauling and launching boats. There’s a superb restaurant and there’s also bar in the marina and it also boasts a small gym and private beach. Read about sailing in Navene
Moniga de Garda’s extraordinarily well-equipped, modern harbour is famous for its quality of service. The harbour was built in 2005 in accordance with the highest building standards. It provides 280 moorings for boats, the size of which can be as much as 18 m. The water depth of the pier reaches 3.2 m. Visitors have access to freshwater, electricity, Wi-Fi and TV. Info about sailing in Moniga del Garda, or rent a boat Moniga del garda
If you’d like to sail, set off from Navene di Malcesine and explore the gorgeous surrounding settlements. Torbole, Riva del Garda, Limone sul Garda, Gardone Riviera and Lazise are also must-see spots. Find yacht routes in lake Garda Italy or choose another boat hire in lake Garda.
The climate diagrams are based on 30 years of hourly weather model simulations. They give good indications of typical climate patterns and expected conditions (temperature, precipitation, sunshine, and wind). The “mean daily maximum” (solid red line) shows the maximum temperature of an average day for every month for Navene Di Malcesine. Likewise, the “mean daily minimum” (solid blue line) shows the average minimum temperature.
The wind rose for Navene Di Malcesine shows how many hours per year the wind blows from the indicated direction. The diagram for Navene Di Malcesine shows the days per month, during which the wind reaches a certain speed.
Day 1. Navene di Malcesine – Torbole 8.54 km (5.31 mi), Day 2. Torbole – Riva del Garda 3.21 km (2.00 mi) Day 3. Riva del Garda – Limone sul Garda 9.36 km (5.81 mi) Day 4. Limone sul Garda – Gardone Riviera 29.33 km (18.22 mi) Day 5. Gardone Riviera – Moniga del Garda 12.20 km (7.58 mi) Day 6. Moniga del Garda – Sirmione – Lazise 16.56 km (10.29 mi) Day 7. Lazise – Torri del Benaco – Navene di Malcesine 37.45 km (23.27 mi). 
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Day 1. Navene di Malcesine – Val di Sogno 2.40 km (1.49 mi), Day 2. Val di Sogno – Castelletto 7.91 km (4.91 mi), Day 3. Castelletto – Torri del Benaco 10.82 km (6.72 mi), Day 4. Torri del Benaco – Peschiera del Garda 20.14 km (12.52 mi), Day 5. Peschiera del Garda – Sirmione – Moniga del Garda 15.07 km (9.37 mi), Day 6. Moniga del Garda – Salo 14.12 km (8.77 mi), Day 7. Salo – Campinone -Navene di Malcesine 33.36 km (20.73 mi)
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