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Comune in Trentino-Alto Adige/Südtirol, Italy
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Riva del Garda is an elegant historic resort town situated at the northern tip of Lake Garda in Trentino. Because of its scenic beauty, warm and sunny climate, and direct rail access from Austria and Bavaria, Riva is a hub for international tourism.
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Municipio
dating from 1375
The Apponale Tower is a landmark of Riva. It is the medieval belfry Torre Apponale dating from 13th century. It is possible to ascend the 165 steps that lead to the top of the tower.
Rocca di Riva
An old fortress surrounded by a moat with a drawbridge houses Museo di Riva del Garda (MAG) the civic museum. There are 3 permanent exhibitions there. The Picture Gallery includes landscape paintings by 19th-century artists.
Church of the Inviolata is a good example of Baroque architecture designed by a Portuguese architect.
A driving range on the road toward Arco village.
Yummy pizzas baked in the oven.
Emozioni restaurant
Gourmet restaurant with refined dishes and quality ingredients.
The most glamorous dance club in town.
Cocktail bar.
5-star hotel.
4-star hotel.
4-star hotel.
4-star hotel.
4-star hotel.
The nearest airports are in Verona (85 km), Brescia (75 km), Bergamo (130 km).
Read in the guideThe historic centre of Riva is compact enough to easily be traversed on foot and, to that effect, mostly pedestrianized.
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