Malcesine and the Monte Baldo cable car

Malcesine is one of the prettiest towns on Lake Garda, with a medieval castle on the rocks above the water and a small harbour. From the edge of town, a cable car with rotating cabins climbs Monte Baldo to 1,760 m, giving spectacular views over the whole lake and the Alps.

At the top, there are walks along the ridge, paragliding, mountain biking and skiing in winter. Go early, as the queues can be long in summer. Ferries connect Malcesine with towns all around the lake, including Limone across the water.