Bastione of Riva del Garda – Ponale Trail loop from Bastione

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Riva Del Garda

Bastione of Riva del Garda – Ponale Trail loop from Bastione

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Bastione of Riva del Garda – Ponale Trail loop from Bastione

03:39

10.6km

540m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 25, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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Bastione of Riva del Garda

Highlight • Historical Site

Nice excursion destination – also at the end of a MTB tour.

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284 m

Path to the Bastione in Riva del Garda

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Nice climb directly at Riva del Garda up to the bastion. At various points you have a nice view over the city.

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1.84 km

Imposing 14th-century moated castle!
One of the most beautiful castles on Lake Garda.
Located in the center of town, it is one of Riva's main attractions.
The castle originally served to defend and control the town's harbor.
More information:
de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rocca_di_Riva?oldformat=true

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1.91 km

Historic center of Riva del Garda

Highlight • Historical Site

A worth seeing old town on Lake Garda.

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2.31 km

Riva del Garda Lakeside Promenade

Highlight • Lake

It is fantastic here. There are many things to do here. Near the beach you can rent bicycles and go into the mountains. Or chill on the beach. Another option is to visit the beautiful city center. If you don't want to go by car, just use the ship. He is heading for several destinations on Lake Garda.

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3.05 km

Belvedere degli innamorati

Viewpoint

4.19 km

Ponale Trail View of Lake Garda

Highlight • Viewpoint

Beautiful path from Riva to Pregasine with breathtaking views of Lake Garda.

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5.22 km

Viewpoint

5.52 km

View of Lake Garda from the Ponale Trail

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Beautiful Uphill along Lake Garda. Great views.

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5.62 km

Ponale Trail

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The Ponale is a must for hikers and cyclists on Lake Garda. You hardly notice the difference in altitude, because the breathtaking scenery of Lake Garda and the surrounding mountains occupy the hiker too much. Don't forget the short branch up to the bunker! Unfortunately, everyone – hikers and cyclists alike – is on the trail at the same time, so I recommend running out of season or at a quieter time of day if possible.

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10.6 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.36 km

1.71 km

259 m

205 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.56 km

2.79 km

1.77 km

1.43 km

Elevation

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Highest point (250 m)

Lowest point (70 m)

Weather

Friday 9 October

20°C

15°C

61 %

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Max wind speed: 4.0 km/h

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Comments

June 30, 2022,Wanderung Riva del Garda via Ponale🇮🇹

Easy hiking tour, also best suited for bikers, can be extended. Impressively !!!

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May 23, 2025,Riva del Garda / Ponale / Gardasee / Wandern

Bikevideo aus 2022

2022 MTB Gardasee Ponale 🇮🇹

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June 29, 2023,Ponalestrasse … bisschen rauf und runter

always recommended, the old Ponalestrasse on foot or by MTB
Definitely do who is around here
Our vertical meters are nice but do not correspond to reality at all. I don't think more than 250 get together until the Ponale bar.

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May 21, 2023,Strada del Ponale ... 🥾🎒 unterwegs auf einer der schönsten historischen Panoramawege Europas ☀️☺️

Enchanting views as far as the eye can see. How lucky to have walked this path ☺️!

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May 21, 2025,🇮🇹🌤Riva del Garda🥾🎒Ponalestraße👍

Today, our route led from Riva del Garda along the old Ponale road to Alto Belvedere. There, you can take a short break on the beautifully landscaped terrace. Snacks and drinks are also available.
Conclusion: a beautiful trail with great views, a few tunnels, rock overhangs, and, of course, lots of cyclists and hikers.
de.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ponalestra%C3%9Fe

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May 9, 2024,Wanderung auf der Via del ponale

The hike on the old Via del Ponale is a must for all Riva holidaymakers. It is a constant, gentle climb with breathtaking views of Lake Garda. The only downside is that you are not alone. You share the route with many mountain bikers and hikers. At the Ponale Gorge, there is a place to stop for a break at …

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September 20, 2022,Von Riva del Garda nach Terrazza panoramica del Ponale

Parking a bit outside, but free and free spaces, even if the parking garages are occupied

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August 25, 2024,Sentiero della Ponale

Described as an easy tour, it is not easy with 30 degrees and full sun on the way there. Since there are also a lot of cyclists on the route, it is not always relaxing.

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