Lazise, Lake Garda – Italy Walking Tour (4K UHD)

Lazise is one of the true gems bordering Lake Garda: it’s no coincidence that it’s one of the most visited destinations in northern Italy. Join this walking tour to discover its medieval architecture, its care-free vibrations, and a unique connection with the lake.

Located on the eastern side of Lake Garda – nothing less than the biggest lake in Italy – Lazise is a picturesque, safe town that is able to satisfy all needs for families, nature lovers, and all those who just want to relax. Between Bardolino and Peschiera del Garda, the town features a beautiful castle and ancient city walls, a lovely old harbor and a vast array of local restaurants and artisan shops.

You can walk from Bardolino to Lazise along the promenade, then discover the squares, churches and a lot of other amazing corners. Are you ready for a walking tour?

Timestamps:
[00:00] *Welcome to Lazise*
[02:45] *Lungolago Marconi* (⭐) – A unique, “wavy” promenade
[08:20] *Porto Vecchio* (🥇) – the historical symbol of Lazise
[13:05] *Church of St. Nicholas* – A 12th-century point of reference
[14:55] *Piazza Vittorio Emanuele* (⭐) – where life happens in Lazise
[16:35] *Palazzo Comunale* – the town hall watching over the square
[17:00] *Old town* (⭐) – a maze of shops, restaurants, and quaint corners.
[26:25] *Porta Cansignorio* – ancient gate named also known as Porta Nuova
[39:35] *Church of St. Zenone and Martino* – a church resembling a Roman temple
[33:15] *Porta Lion* – gate dedicated to the lion of Venice
[34:15] *Playground* – a charming park next to the medieval walls
[37:10] *Porta San Zeno* – the first entrance to the town
[37:25] *Next stop* – Bardolino!

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Welcome back! Today’s destination is Lazise, a small town on the Veronese side of Lake Garda. Other popular lake towns like Garda, Bardolino, and Peschiera del Garda are just at a stone’s throw from here All of these towns are linked through this wonderful promenade called Lungolago Marconi.

You can then walk from one town to the other, while always enjoying such a great view of the lake. Lazise is the 5th town I filmed for Lake Garda. Make sure to watch them all in my playlist. The promenade’s pavement features black and white wavy lines, evoking the lake’s waves.

In the past, the lake’s water really used to go inside the town in the form of little canals. Not by chance, Lazise once used to be called the “little Venice” of the Lake Garda area. Lungolago Marconi at sunset is probably a prime example of the typical Italian “dolce vita”.

Here, people love walking peacefully, enjoying the colors of the sky, feeding the ducks, sharing some romantic moments. The promenade is perfect to have an aperitivo or a local dinner while soaking up the wonderful, laidback atmosphere. Lazise is just 24 kilometers away from Verona.

It is home to around 7,000 people, but a lot of tourists come in summer, especially from Germany and Austria. The town is only 76 meters above sea level, and its vicinity to the lake allows for a warm and pleasant climate all year round.

Here at Porto Vecchio (Old Harbor), we can see how the water used to penetrate into the town. The port already existed in the 10th century, but it acquired importance under the Venetian domination 500 years later.

At that time, it was a port of call for all the goods transported between Venice, Lombardy, and Trentino. This is probably the most picturesque view in Lazise, especially now as the street lights begin to light up. This heart-shaped structure is the ideal spot for a picture with your loved ones!

Like in the past, today the harbor is home to many little fishermen’s boats. Overlooking the harbor is the Church of San Nicolò, dating back to the late 12th century. The church, built in Romanesque style, is named after San Nicolò, the patron saint of sailors and fishermen.

Another must-see spot in Lazise is Piazza Vittorio Emanuele, the town’s main social hub. The square features neat buildings, lovely cafes, and a peculiar checkered pavement. This area is very pleasant and safe from morning to night, as motor traffic is prohibited in the square.

Here, people love enjoying their ice cream or going for some typical artisan shopping. Like most towns on Lake Garda, everything looks particularly clean and tidy here. Facing the square is the Town Hall, boasting a yellow facade along with green shutters and wooden doors.

From Piazza Vittorio Emanuele, a small labyrinth of alley starts, leading us to quaint corners and every kind of shops. Despite its many modern services, Lazise is quite an ancient town. Its current urban structure dates back to the Middle Ages, but there used to be a settlement many, many years before.

Some rests of stilt houses in the area lead us to believe an ancient village existed here in Prehistoric times. During the Roman Empire, Lake Garda became an important commercial route between Germany and the Roman territories. It’s only during Medieval times that Lazise began gaining some importance and recognition.

In the 13th and 14th centuries, Lazise was occupied by the Scaligeri family of Verona. A century after and for almost 400 years, it came under Venetian Republic rule. Lazise was then dominated by Austrian until 1866, when it joined the Kingdom of Italy.

Today, Lazise charms visitors worldwide with its vibrant fun and carefree spirit! The name Lazise comes from the Latin “lacus”, which means “lakeside town”. Despite its small size, Lazise attracts around 3.5 million tourists every year. It is among the first 15 tourist destinations in Italy, and the first Italian lake destination.

The town is very well connected to the highway, making it a destination to be reached with ease from all north of Italy. When it comes to dining, the culinary scene here offers an abundance of choices.

Be sure to try the delicious lake-fish pasta and risotto, a local specialty that captures the fresh flavors of Lake Garda. Lake Garda is divided between three regions: Veneto, Lombardy, and Trentino. Among Italy’s lakes, Lake Garda is the largest, followed by Lake Maggiore and Lake Como.

Its 158-kilometer coastline is scattered with amazing Italian-style villages, as well as villas, parks, beaches, and pathways. In front of us is Porta Cansignorio, named after Cansignorio della Scala, lord of Verona at that time. This gate is part of the Medieval fortificated walls that were built around the village in the 14th century.

The gate is also known as Porta Nuova (“new gate”), because it was the last one to be opened through the wall. Many tourists choose Lazise as their preferred starting point for exploring the southern and eastern regions of Lake Garda. Some amazing amusement parks, like famous Gardaland or Canevaworld, are also very close.

There’re so many shops in the old town, a shopaholic could get lost for days. Another unmissable religious landmark in Lazise is Church of Santi Zenone and Martino. With its decorated columns and architrave, the white façade definitely remind us of an ancient Roman temple.

The church dates back to the 12th century, even though it was restored 700 years later. The sky darkens, but Piazza Vittorio Emanuele still maintains its lively atmosphere. Let’s now head south to admire the last amazing things Lazise has to offer. Porta Lion, visible ahead, serves as another entrance along the Medieval walls.

The name refers to the Lion of San Marco, an unmistakable symbol of the Serenissima Republic of Venice. After this gate, we get to what is possibly the loveliest and most romantic part of Lazise. The Scaligeri Castle is a magnificent fortress built in the 9th-14th centuries, now closed to the public.

Next to the castle, there’s a tidy green park featuring play structures for kids. It’s the ideal spot where kids can have limitless fun, even after the sun has set. But it’s also an adorable place where to have a walk with your beloved ones, admiring the view over the ancient walls.

I apologies, the video quality dips here due to low-light conditions. When using a budget camera, lighting is crucial. Even a slight decrease in light can significantly impact the quality of the footage. Here, I realized it was getting too dark, and I needed to end the tour as soon as possible.

Bordering the walls, we got to the third and last entrance to the town: Porta Superiore or Porta San Zeno. This used to be the only entrance to Lazise before the other gates were created. Now, let’s discover Bardolino. It’s just a short hop from here. Click the suggested video and let’s go!