The Mincio is the only emissary of Lake Garda and one of the main tributaries of the Po river; it is therefore a waterway of great importance for the history of river navigation and marks the border between Veneto and Lombardy. The excursion allows you to enjoy the beauty of Lake Garda and discover magnificent villages.
The route begins in Peschiera del Garda, a walled city that Dante (in the XX Canto of the Inferno) described as beautiful and strong. In fact, for many centuries its walls were a military strategic location, and today they are part of the UNESCO Heritage of Venetian Defence Works between the 16th and 17th centuries
Leaving Lake Garda behind you, after about 15 kilometres along the river you will reach Valeggio sul Mincio, a town that has preserved its fortified centre on the hill, and Borghetto sul Mincio, where you can admire the ancient mills and the Visconti Bridge.
Returning to the cycle path, some tourist signs point to the oasis of Centrale del Corno, the natural areas of Parco Bertone and Bosco Fontana.
In the last section of the route, the river widens to create a system of lakes that surround Mantua, the Renaissance city of the Gonzagas rich in historical-architectural treasures and the final destination of the trip. Transportation must be well arranged if you wish to return to the starting point using public or private transfer services.
The cycle path along the Mincio river runs almost exclusively on flat tarmacked cycle paths.
Easy and safe route suitable for families with children.
Signage with code E6.