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A car-free weekend in Maderno
If you arrive by train/bus or want to leave the car parked, Maderno works well: beach, town and ferry are manageable on foot or with local links, while staying at Borgo Antico.
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On foot from the property
Borgo Antico sits in the historic centre: lakeside walk, beaches, cafés and daily shopping are close. Pool and garden close the day without more travel.
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Ferry and towns
The ferry to Torri is the easy “wow” without a car. Salò and Gargnano often need a ride or bus. Ask us for current options when you book.
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Boats without a licence
Ora Boats lets you be on the water without a car: a half day afloat, then back to Maderno.
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When a car really helps
For Limone, Riva, independent hikes up Pizzocolo or golf, a car (or transfer) is simpler. For a short weekend you can still stay local and leave happy.
Stay a few minutes from here
Borgo Antico Apartments is the ideal base in Toscolano Maderno: pool, garden and equipped kitchen.
More ideas near Maderno
About 10 minutes on foot from the residence
Beaches & lakeside walk
Toscolano Maderno has several public beaches along the shore: easy swimming spots without travelling far. There is also Bau Beach for dogs, and a local equestrian centre (campo ippico) for those who want to ride. The loveliest everyday outing is the lakeside promenade: it starts in Maderno and follows the water all the way through town toward Toscolano: a beautiful walk that links the whole village along the lake.
From Maderno harbour · crossing the lake
Ferry to Torri del Benaco
From Maderno you can take the Navigazione Lago di Garda ferry across to Torri del Benaco on the eastern shore. The crossing itself is part of the outing: water, breeze and a different view of the mountains. Torri invites a slow walk through the historic centre, the castle area and the lakefront, then the boat back to Maderno.
Maderno harbour · a short walk from the residence
Boat rental. Ora Boats
Want the lake from the water? Ora Boats in Toscolano Maderno rents motorboats and sailboats (including options without a licence) so you can cruise the western shore, stop for a swim or reach nearby villages by boat. Ideal for a half-day with friends or family when the weather is calm.
A few minutes away
Shops & everyday needs
Bars, restaurants and supermarkets sit close to the residence, so breakfast extras, picnic supplies or a simple dinner out are easy. Many guests appreciate being able to stay local on quieter days between longer trips.
Guide
Local guide
Things to do in Toscolano Maderno
Toscolano Maderno is a quiet base on Lake Garda’s west shore: beaches, a lakeside walk, markets, boats and day trips to Salò, Gargnano and the hills. Here’s how to plan it from Borgo Antico.
Itineraries
Day trips from Lake Garda’s west shore
From Toscolano Maderno you can do focused day trips without changing base: lakeside towns, the ferry, golf and mountains. These are the outings we suggest most often to Borgo Antico guests.
Families
Maderno with kids: beach, pool and easy outings
With children, a base with a kitchen, space and a calm pace works best. Borgo Antico has apartments for up to 8 guests, a shared pool and the lake a short walk away.
Contact us
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In the historic centre of Maderno
Via Vitali 10
25088 Toscolano Maderno (BS), Italia
Check-in & check-out
Check-in
15:30-19:30
Check-out
by 10:00
Keys on arrival, or self check-in on request, arranged in advance.