The Gems of Lake of Garda: The most Beautiful Wedding Venues for a Dream Celebration
From historic villas immersed in greenery to castles overlooking the water, passing through luxury hotels and panoramic gardens, Lake Garda offers solutions for every style of wedding. Below is a selection of the most beautiful locations, chosen for their charm, the quality of the welcome and the possibility of organizing truly special events...
1. SIRMIONE – Elegance and romance between history and spas
A strip of land that gently extends into the waters of the lake, surrounded by cypress trees and oleanders.
The historic center is a maze of cobbled streets, historic buildings and glimpses of the intense blue of the lake.
LOCATION Castello Scaligero: a medieval manor with crenellated towers and a drawbridge that seems to have come out of a fairy tale. The civil ceremony can take place in the internal courtyard or on a terrace overlooking the water.
Villa Cortine Palace: an elegant neoclassical residence immersed in a park with statues, fountains and centuries-old cypress trees. It offers panoramic terraces, luxurious interiors and the possibility of celebrating symbolic ceremonies overlooking the lake.
2. MALCESINE – A fairytale village at the foot of Monte Baldo
Stone houses clinging to the slopes of the mountain, small squares, flower-filled balconies and a romantic air. The lake is framed by rocky walls and the golden light of the sunset makes it almost magical.
LOCATION Castello Scaligero: positioned overlooking the lake, it is one of the most requested locations for civil weddings. From the panoramic terrace you can enjoy one of the most spectacular views of Garda.
Palazzo dei Capitani: fifteenth-century building with Venetian loggia directly overlooking the water. Intimate and refined atmosphere.
3. LIMONE SUL GARDA – The scent of lemons and vertical views
An ancient fishing village, with pastel-colored houses climbing rock walls and historic lemon groves nestled among the mountains. The lakeside is quiet and very romantic.
LOCATION
Limonaia del Castel: an ancient terraced garden where lemons have been grown for centuries. It is possible to celebrate civil weddings between pergolas and breathtaking views of the lake.
Hotel Splendid Palace: panoramic location with terraces on the lake and a swimming pool with a sunset view, perfect for receptions with a glamorous atmosphere.
4. RIVA DEL GARDA – Alpine charm and Art Nouveau charm
Where the lake meets the Dolomites. The landscape is spectacular: mountains that dive into the water, sails in the background, and the elegant historic center with Art Nouveau buildings and lively squares.
LOCATION
La Rocca: medieval castle directly on the water, now a museum. Civil weddings can be celebrated in the courtyard or in the internal rooms overlooking the lake.
Lido Palace: 5-star hotel in Art Nouveau style, renovated in a modern key with minimal design and private terraces. Ideal for a refined and contemporary wedding.
5. BARDOLINO – Wine, olive groves and golden sunsets
Soft hills covered with vineyards and olive groves that slope gently towards the lake. The village is lively and romantic, with a lakeside perfect for evening strolls.
LOCATION
Villa Cortellina: immersed in vineyards, it is perfect for country chic weddings. It offers panoramic gardens and rustic but elegant settings.
Nearby estates (such as Villa Giona): ancient Venetian homes transformed into charming locations, with large gardens, stone courtyards and elegant settings.
6. DESENZANO DEL GARDA – Refined and lively
The beating heart of Lombard Garda. The center is full of boutiques, cafes and scenic views between the old port and the lakeside. Much loved by those looking for a chic but accessible location.
LOCATION
Castello di Desenzano: dominates the city from above, with panoramic terraces and a historic atmosphere perfect for civil ceremonies.
Villa Pioppi: historic villa facing the lake, surrounded by a well-kept garden and with a private pier: ideal for sunset aperitifs and photo shoots.
7. GARDA & PUNTA SAN VIGILIO – Poetry and silence among cypress trees
A small enchanted village that gives its name to the lake. Its discreet charm is revealed in the pastel colors, in the paths among the olive trees and in the timeless beauty of Punta San Vigilio.
LOCATION
Punta San Vigilio: a picture-postcard location, with a Renaissance marina, a historic inn and gardens shaded by cypress trees. Perfect for intimate and exclusive weddings, with an aperitif on the pier.
Villa Brenzoni Bassani: historic residence immersed in a private park, with direct access to the lake.
8. TORRI DEL BENACO – Authenticity and secret charm
One of the most authentic villages on the Venetian shore, still little visited by mass tourism. The marina is picturesque and the center retains all the flavor of the past.
LOCATION
Castello Scaligero di Torri: suggestive structure with tower, lemon house and courtyard. Ceremonies can take place under the open sky or in medieval settings.
Hotel del Porto: refined boutique hotel with panoramic terrace, ideal for small but elegant receptions.
9. PESCHIERA DEL GARDA – Fortified city on the water
Canals, bridges and Venetian walls make Peschiera a unique place, almost a small lakeside Venice. Easy to reach, it is also perfect for weddings with many guests.
LOCATION
Palazzo del Comando: historic military building with solemn rooms and frescoes, now used for civil ceremonies.
Villa dei Cipressi: elegant private villa with large gardens and direct view of the lake.
10. SALÒ – Discreet luxury and aristocratic atmosphere
One of the most beautiful lakesides in Italy, Art Nouveau villas and a refined center. Salò is the ideal place for those looking for an elegant location with a retro flavor.
LOCATION
Palazzo Fantoni (MuSa): historic palace with frescoed interiors and lake view. It is suitable for civil ceremonies in a cultural and artistic context.
Villa Fiordaliso: Art Nouveau residence surrounded by a romantic garden, with a starred restaurant and the possibility of celebrating symbolic ceremonies on the terrace.
