Italy is teasing tourists with by creating a unique and scenic way to experience Lake Garda, the country’s largest lake.
Encompassing the body of water, the 140km cycling route is nearly complete, which will allow cyclists to enjoy the natural phenomenon while on a jaunt.
The Garda by Bike cycle path will at the end have a length of 140 km, go around Lake Garda and be completed in 2021. Partial tracks are already open. The track between Riva and Limone is spectacular. © ATT – Società d’ingegneria
The Garda by Bike project involves the regions of Lombardy and Veneto, as well as the province of Trento.
It has been in the works for a number of years and is due to be complete by 2021.
‘The new bike path is wide and suitable for families as there are no steep climbs and the bridge sections are well secured. The bike path is paved with planks of wood and is comfortable for all types of bikes. It impresses not only cyclists but also pedestrians with scenic beauty, and architectural elegance. Athletes and nature lovers can look forward to a new holiday highlight at Lake Garda,’ says the official website.
There are plans to link the new route to European cycling routes Eurovelo Route 7 and Eurovelo Route 8.
Travellers and locals are hopeful that the opening of the trail will come at a time when leisure travel is no longer prohibited.
Italy is currently on South Africa’s Red List.
