Guided walks
We’ve included one full-day and one half-day walk per week in Limone, just for Inghams guests. Join a small group and be led by a professional mountain guide on some of their favourite trails. It’s a great way to get to know the area.
The full-day walk will run every Monday and the half-day walk will run every Friday from 15th May until 14th October 2023 and until 11th October 2024. You can add the walks onto your holiday at the time of booking, through My Booking or by calling us on 01483 319 652.
For a break down of how we grade our guided walks head over to our walking grades page. Routes may vary from week to week but as a guide you can see some of our planned routes below:
Nature Trail & Olive Oil Mill
Limone's Sentiero Natura (nature trail) is a really relaxed walk that allows you to immerse yourself in the nature around Limone sul Garda and admire beautiful views over the lake. It's a circular route starting from the town centre and passing the lake, beaches and mountains. You'll end this walk with a tasting of some fantastic quality olive oil from Lake Garda.
- Grade: Easy-Moderate (a standard fitness level is required)
- Distance: 5km
- Duration: Half day (Walking time approx. 1.5 hours)
- Ascent/Descent: 200m
- Terrain: Asphalt, dirt tracks, natural trails
- Useful information: You'll stop at an olive oil mill for a tasting and a comfort break.
Monte Bestone & Tremosine
This is a fantastic hike which starts at Voltino, one of the 18 hamlets of Tremosine, and goes all the way back to Limone. On the walk you'll pass by Monte Bestone, which has one of the most beautiful views in Lake Garda. The trail runs along the last stretch of Bassa Via del Garda, which is famous as a five-day trekking route which goes from Salò to Limone. This route has the most amazing panoramic views and wild nature.
- Grade: Moderate-Challenging (a good fitness level and sure-footedness is required)
- Distance: 10km
- Duration: Full day (walking time approx. 3 hours)
- Ascent/Descent: 500m (ascent) & 900m (descent)
- Terrain: Dirt tracks, natural trails, loose rocky terrain
- Useful information: Please make sure you bring a packed lunch and at least one litre of water with you as there will be no stopping places along the route. You'll be able to have your packed lunch in the open air on the walk. You'll be taking public transport as part of this walk (payable locally, €2 each way).
Il Sentiero del Sole (The Sun Path)
The fantastic walk will take you through some of the most beautiful and less known streets of Limone. You'll get the chance to experience are really stunning stretch of the Sentiero del Sole, which has great views over-looking Lake Garda! You'll end the day with a visit to a waterfall and some historical WWI fortifications.
- Grade: Easy-Moderate (a decent fitness level is required)
- Distance: 8km
- Duration: Half day (walking time approx. 3 hours)
- Ascent/Descent: 200 meters
- Terrain: Asphalt surfaces, dirt tracks, natural trails
- Useful information: You'll have a chance for a comfort break near the beginning and the end of the walk. Please make sure you bring a packed lunch and at least one litre of water with you as there will be no stopping places along the route. You'll be able to have your packed lunch in the open air on the walk.
The Ponale Way
This is a relaxed walk which offers stunning views of the lake. You'll walk along the ancient Ponale road which overlooks the glistening lake. This is a great way to learn about the history of the area, as our guides are very knowledgeable and are always happy to teach you about different sections of the routes.
- Grade: Moderate-Challenging (a decent fitness level is required)
- Distance: 10km
- Duration: Full day (walking time approx. 4 hours)
- Ascent/Descent: 440m (ascent) & 440m (descent)
- Terrain: Asphalt surfaces, dirt tracks, natural trails
- Useful information: You'll take the bus from Limone to Riva where the walk begins, this takes about 15 minutes (approx. €4 return ticket). You'll have the chance to buy a packed lunch at the beginning of the walk which you'll be able to eat in the open air on the walk.
For every walk you will need: suitable walking shoes with good grip, appropriate clothing, sun cream, sun glasses, rain jacket, a warmer layer, rucksack, at least a litre of water, a snack and cash for mountain huts/transport. You may find walking poles useful.
Early booking is strongly recommended as spaces are limited. All walks are subject to availability of local guides, weather conditions and maximum numbers. Planned routes are subject to change. Any distances and ascents/descents stated are approximate. Full details of the walks with the meeting points and routes will be provided to you on arrival. In some instances there may be a small charge for local transport that is payable locally. In resorts where the walks run over more than two days, the day of the walk will be allocated to you by your Rep in your welcome meeting. Where we cannot confirm your preferred option in resort, we will endeavour to offer an alternative subject to the above conditions.
Please ensure you are comfortable with the grade of walk, planned distance covered and terrain before booking. The decision of the guide on the suitability of the walk for you is final and no compensation will be paid where the guide believes, in their professional opinion, that it is not suitable. Please ensure you are well-equipped for the walk have suitable clothing and footwear. Walks are not recommended for guests under 12 years. Any guests under 18 years will need to be accompanied by an adult.
