DISCOVER THE LAKE GARDA

ENTERTAINMENTS & TOURS LEISURE

Just 2 hours from Milan, the “small see” between plains and mountains attracts millions of visitors every year.

>> A special "Lake Garda Tour" ticket combines a train ticket to Desenzano or Peschiera with free navigation on the lower lake. www.trenord.it/en/ giteintreno/lakes/

Surrounded by three regions – Lombardy, Trentino Alto-Adige and the Veneto – Italy’s largest lake is one of the most important tourist destinations in the country. Lake Garda is characterized by a mild climate all year round, its old-fashioned atmosphere and its breathtaking scenery, including scenic roads along the coast, Renaissance villas, Romanesque hamlets, picturesque villages, seaside resorts, historical remains, harbours, parks and nature reserves. A destination capable of satisfying nature lovers, those who want to discover places rich in history and culture, as well as the more sporty who can enjoy trekking, excursions and above all, thanks to the constant winds, water sports.

LEISURE

Milan is the home of the Aperitivo

Aperitivo and Happy Hour in the city are most definitely a ritual which no Milanese is prepared to forego

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The Aperitivo, the beloved Milanese tradition of predinner drinks, is accompanied by complimentary “stuzzichini” and an all-you-can-eat buffet. Spreads range from traditional olives, nuts, cheeses and potato chips to awesome pasta dishes, “bruschetta”, cold cuts, crudités, raw fish and fruit salads. Generally, lasting for 3 hours from 6 to 9pm (though most people rarely get there until 7pm), the aperitivo scene has become an evening meeting for people of all ages. Cocktails – alcoholic or not – are expertly mixed and a Negroni, Negroni sbagliato (a delicious mix of prosecco, red vermouth and Aperol instead of gin) or a Spritz are Milanese specialities. Favourite beverages consumed during this beloved tradition in Milan include also the city’s renowned Martini, Prosecco or Campari, accompanied by an all-youcan-eat buffet.