

As it was peak season for tourism, Sirmione was heaving with tourists so we were quite happy to step aboard and get away from the tourist hustle and bustle. We met our skipper Marco on the famous peninsula of Sirmione for a luxury tour with Bertoldi Boats. The south feels open, leaf-green rolling hills home to olive groves and vineyards. Sirmione Peninsula marks the southernmost point of Lake Garda. Emma Coady poised for a luxury tour of Sirmione with Bertoldi Boats. Bertoldi Boats: Sirmione Peninsula Luxury TourĪbove: Aquilia 2.0 by I.C.Yachts. In the morning, a north-facing wind from the Alps bows towards Lake Garda, and, at sunrise, the south wind blows towards the north.

In the north expect to see kitesurfers, windsurfers, and sailors. It’s worth noting that motorboats are not permitted on the lake’s north side, which is dedicated to sailing, thanks to the constant thermal winds that offer ideal sailing conditions. The lake stretches 51km (31 miles), from Riva to Peschiera, and is up to 17km (10.5 miles) across at its widest point, from Lazise to Moniga. By hiring a boat, you can visit more locations and reach them faster than you would by car. There have been boats in Lake Garda for as long as there has been water. Whether you are north, south, east or west of the lake, a private pleasure boat is the best way to soak up the stunning scenery. Getting to know Italy’s great pearl of the lakes via boat is the best way to unearth the region’s rich history and find the most secluded spots.
