Lake Garda - General InformationFrom our Resort you can enjoy an impressing view of Italy's largest and most brilliant stretch of water. A clean, crystal clear lake once known as "Benàco", visited and appreciated ever since Roman age by important poets and artists such as Latin writer Catullo, who built here his summer estate, Goethe, Joyce, Lawrence, Gabriele D'Annunzio and Gustav Klimt. All of these important individuals have been inspired by the lake's deep blue and the gentle country side embracing the water.
Lake Garda, delimited in the North by the magnificent scenery of the Brenta Dolomites and in the South by the gentle Morenic hills, is a unique holiday destination all year round, thanks to its variety of colours, mild climate, sunny beaches within easy reach, breathtaking landscapes and a rich natural environment. Lemon trees, oleanders and bougainvilleas are part of a luxuriant vegetation, together with vineyards and olive groves, which provide first quality wines and olive oil well known over the borders.
To fully enjoy the beauty of the landscape and the unique atmosphere of the lake, you can't miss a walk around the historical centres of the characteristic villages followed by a romantic boat trip. A sightseeing tour of picturesque art towns such as Verona, Brescia and Mantua or a day trip to Venice are also recommended. Furthermore the lake is a ideal starting point for unforgettable trips to the Dolomites or to spend a night at the Arena di Verona during the Opera Season.
Lake Garda also offers many opportunities for sports activities and is known to be one of the best areas in Italy for sailing, windsurfing and mountain biking. In particular for golfers, the area offers a large variety of world renowned courses. All Golf courses are easy to reach. If you wish to relax, there is a wide choice of parks offering nature at its best or funfairs to have a good time. Towns around the lake invite with their typical open air markets and exclusive boutiques for a shopping tour to discover Italy's latest design in fashion.
Besides of shopping, the lake is renowned as well for its "Dolce Vita" ("Sweet Life"). A sparkling nightlife a wide choice of restaurants, coffee bars and trendy clubs just wait to be discovered.
It is our pleasure to introduce you to this splendid landscape. That's the reason why Lefay Resort & SPA Lago di Garda was built here. Once back from a trip around the lake you will feel like coming home in this unique and emotional atmosphere of the Resort and in its 11-hectares-large park. In short time you will recover and regenerate mind and body and live the "new luxury" 5-star Lefay concept.