Monte Baldo – Veneto: views of Lake Garda, alpine nature and paths between sky and lake. Monte Baldo extends between Lake Garda and Val d'Adige, with the eastern side included in the Veneto territory of the province of Verona. Known as "the botanical garden of Europe" for its biodiversity, it is an ideal destination for hikers, bikers, naturalists and lovers of breathtaking views. 🌄 From the plains to the peaks: Monte Baldo goes from 300 to 2,200 meters in a few kilometers, offering an exceptional variety of environments: olive groves, beech forests, alpine pastures and rocky peaks. The viewpoints overlook Lake Garda with sweeping and spectacular views. 👉 Tip: Take the Malcesine-Monte Baldo cable car to enjoy the view right away and set off on high-altitude excursions. 🥾 Paths and ridges between Garda and Lessinia: The Veneto side offers numerous hiking itineraries, from paths through the pastures to paths on the ridge. The most popular excursions lead to Cima Valdritta, Bocca di Navene and Colma di Malcesine, with easy or challenging sections depending on the experience. 👉 Tip: Walk the ring from Bocca di Navene: panoramic, accessible and with spectacular views of the lake and the Brenta Dolomites. 🚵 ♂️ Cycling, paragliding and outdoor sports: Monte Baldo is also loved by those who practice mountain biking, paragliding, Nordic walking and trail running. From the top station of the cable car, e-bike routes and adrenaline-pumping descents to Lake Garda start. Also ideal for scenic tandem flights. 👉 Tip: Rent an e-bike in Malcesine and go down the dirt paths: nature and adrenaline in one trip. 🌼 Nature and biodiversity to discover: Monte Baldo is home to an extraordinary variety of flora, with Alpine, Mediterranean and endemic species coexisting along its profile. In spring and early summer it is a true paradise for botanists and nature photographers. 👉 Tip: Between May and June, walk the botanical trail above Novezzina: spectacular blooms and explanatory panels along the way. 🍽️ Alpine pastures, huts and mountain products: Along the paths of Monte Baldo there are refuges and huts where you can taste local cheeses, polenta, cold cuts, mushrooms and homemade desserts. The environment is simple and welcoming, perfect for a regenerating break between one walk and another. 👉 Tip: Stop at the Malghetta di Prada for a typical dish with a view of the valley and green pastures. 🛏️ Where to stay on the Veneto side of Mount Baldo: The best places to stay are Malcesine, Ferrara di Monte Baldo, Caprino Veronese and Spiazzi. Here you will find lake view hotels, high-altitude B&Bs, farmhouses and alpine refuges, ideal for a weekend of nature and relaxation. 👉 Tip: Choose accommodation with a lake view to enjoy the light that lights up the walls of Mount Baldo and the waters of Lake Garda at sunset. Monte Baldo is a surprising mountain: between the Mediterranean and the Alps, it offers views, nature and sport in one of the most scenic areas of Veneto.