Among the many spots where I most enjoyed the magnificent landscape of Lake Garda and the towering mountains is the tower of the Scaliger Castle in Malcesine on the eastern shore of Lake Garda. Although the town has to endure many tourists in the height of summer, the viewing platform seems to be a comparatively quiet place due to the paid admission and the many stairs. To the north, you can see Monte Brione, which separates Riva from Torbole; to the south, the view reaches the other fortresses in Torri del Benaco and the peninsula of Sirmione.

You can find more images of Lake Garda and Italy in the Italy gallery.