The city of Bardolino is a famous Italian resort located in the Veneto region, in the administrative district of Verona, on the eastern shore of Lake Garda (Lago di Garda), at the foot of the Alpine Mountains (Alpi). Bardolino is a beautiful city surrounded by low mountains, representing an unusual combination of representatives of the plant world: olive trees, orchids, pine forests, vineyards.
Closed by mountains from the winds, the city is famous for its mild Mediterranean climate with air temperatures even in the winter months not lower than 0 ° C, healing air, good for health.
This resort city is also known as a place for producing red wine of the highest class, named after the city.
Story
Historians and archaeologists have established that the settlement on the site of the modern city of Bardolino was formed during the heyday of Ancient Rome. Even then, these places were famous for premium wine, sung by famous ancient Roman figures.
The foundation of the city dates back to the 10th century, when a fortress was built here by order of the Italian Berengario. In the XII century, Bardolino proves its independence and becomes a commune. After that, it becomes in the power of a noble family of Scaligers (della Scala) from Verona (from 1260 to 1387), then it is included in the structure of the Venetian Republic first (Serenissima Repubblica di Venezia), then - Austria (from 1797). Only in 1866 was Bardolino part of Italy.
Sights
Bardolino and its surroundings have long attracted the attention of the nobility, representatives of the authorities and the church. Palace and monastery complexes were built here, preserved to this day.
The streets, squares, buildings of the old resort city can tell a lot about its history. The oldest buildings date back to the 9th century: the temples of San Vito and San Zeno. The XI-XII century includes the construction of the monastery of St. Columbus (Columbanus). In the XIV century, the Scaliger castle appeared here. In the XIX century, a cathedral dedicated to Nicholas the Wonderworker was built. The city presents a gallery of luxurious villas of the XIX century: Villa Raimondi, Villa Marzano, etc.
Church of the Holy North
The Church of the Holy North (San Severin) is one of the oldest in the city, built in the X century by order of King Berengar of Italy as a chapel to the parish church located in the city of Garda. The church was rebuilt in the XI-XII centuries, then it acquired the characteristic features of the Romanesque style. The interior has preserved to this day numerous frescoes made by unknown authors in the XIII century, with images of Saints and the End of the World.
Church of Santa Maria
Cisano di Bardolino (Cisano di Bardolino) - the church of St. Mary, another building of the X century, erected on the site of an older temple of the pre-Christian era.
From the time of construction, a bas-relief, installed on the outside of the church, depicting scenes from the life of medieval knights, as well as an eagle, horse and fish, has been preserved. A striking sign of the Romanesque style in the appearance of this building is a double-leaf window with picturesque ornaments above the hinged portal on the front of the building. The church was rebuilt in the XI-XII centuries, and was also complemented by interior painting. This church is famous for the fresco "Madonna and Child" dating back to the 16th century.
Wine museum
There are several museums in the city. These are the Museum of Hunting and Fishing (Il museo della caccia e della pesca), the Museum of Olive Oil (Museo d'oliva), etc.
One of the attractions of Bardolino is the Wine Museum (Museo del vino), founded in 1870 by the Zeni brothers and representing an interesting exhibition on the history of winemaking. In the museum you can get acquainted with the technology of wine production, as well as evaluate its taste during a tasting in the cellars of the museum.
Wines of Bardolino
There are very popular legends that the wine produced in Bardolino was very loved and left good reviews by emperors Marcus Porcius Cato Major, Gaius Iulius Caesar, Senator Flavius Magnus Aurelius Cassiodor (Flavius Magnus Aurelius Cassiodorus Senator), poet Gaius Valerius Catullus.
Wine is called the same as the village in which the winery is located - Bardolino. Wine is actively sold all over the world.
Since 2001, the highest category of Italian wines includes dry red wine Bardolino DOCG Classico Superiore. This highest category is assigned to wine varieties traditionally produced in a certain territory and corresponding to strict criteria of expert evaluation.
Young wine Bardolino DOCG Classico Superiore with the name "Novello" is pink-red, but over time it becomes dark cherry and pomegranate.
Connoisseurs prefer young wine of this brand, with a light and delicate bouquet, slightly astringent, slightly bitter.
Grapes for the production of famous wine grows on the hillsides around Lake Garda. Exquisite varieties are grown here:
- Corvina - a variety that gives the drink an intense deep shade and density;
- Rondinella - grapes characterized by an unusual grassy tart taste;
- Molinara - grapes with a pronounced spicy smell.
In addition to Bardolino DOCG Classico Superiore, other wines are also produced in Bardolino:
- Bianco di custoza - light and fresh white dry wine with a complex velvety bouquet and a delicate smell, which is made from a mixture of several varieties of white grapes growing on the soil with admixtures of sand and limestone;
- Lugana - dry and semi-dry white wine from Trebbiano di Lugana grapes, with aroma and rich taste of green apple, hints of almond, lime;
- Soave DOC Classico - exquisite white wine from the variety Garganega, growing on soil saturated with volcanic rocks;
- Valpolicella - red wine of intense thick color and amazing aroma from several grape varieties growing on the soil with basalt layers, with an abundance of limestone and clay;
- Bardolino Chiaretto Serenissima - rosé wine with a bright fresh aroma, fruity notes, a delicate spicy flavor of cherries and raspberries.
Sports, entertainment and holidays
The location of the city on the shores of Lake Garda makes it the center of sports life. A variety of sports are popular here:
- Windsurfing;
- Sailing;
- Paragliding;
- Diving;
- Horseback Riding;
- Cycling
- Football;
- Golf.
Guests of the city expect beaches with golden sand, boat trips, riding a fun train through the city streets, fishing, etc.
Near Bardolino there are entertainment centers:
- Gardaland Amusement Park - ticket offices;
- Entertainment complex Caneva World with a water park and a Park of movie studios Muviland (Movie Studios) - the official website www.canevaworld.it;
- Zoo;
- Botanical Garden, etc.
Festa dell'Uva is a famous grape festival held in October every year and attracts tourists with concerts, tastings, pyrotechnic shows.
How to get there
If you are not traveling alone or with children, the most comfortable way to get to Bardolino is to book a taxi at kiwitaxi.ru in advance, you will be met at the airport and delivered with suitcases directly to the hotel.
You can get to Bardolino from the airport in Verona by train or bus - this is not so comfortable, but sometimes a little cheaper.
Take the train to Peschiera del Garda station, and from there go to Bardolino by bus. A one-day public transport ticket costs 3-5 EUR, and a 7-day ticket ("Settimanale") costs 15 EUR.
Bardolino can also be reached by train from Bergamo, Milan (Milano) or Venice (Venezia). Information about trains, timetables and tickets for rail transport is available on the official website of trenitalia.com.
Where to stay
Bardolino is a small city with a well-developed network of hotels of various types and a wide price range. Bardolino hotels have a system of discounts and promotions.
5 stars
5 star hotels are distinguished by sophistication of interiors, a variety of hotel and restaurant services, and the availability of their own spa centers.
Villa Cordevigo Wine Relais
Villa Cordevigo Wine Relais - a hotel 3 kilometers from the center of Bardolino and a 10-minute drive from Lake Garda in the village of Cavaillon Veronese. The hotel is a villa of the XVI century, renovated in accordance with modern requirements. It offers spacious rooms with 16th-century ceilings, expensive antique furniture, carpets, and a jacuzzi. The hotel has its own spa, an outdoor pool with hydromassage, all with magnificent views of the rows of vines and olives climbing the mountain slopes.
In the restaurant with a lounge and an outdoor terrace - gourmet cuisine with homemade wines, culinary shows, tastings.
4 stars
4 star hotels offer rooms of 13-16 m², outdoor and indoor swimming pool services, free parking, internet access.
Hotel Du Lac et Bellevue
Hotel Du Lac et Bellevue - hotel on the lake, 2.3 km from the historic center. The hotel has an indoor and outdoor pool, a panoramic terrace, a private beach, a pier, a garden, free packaging and a garage. The hotel has comfortable spacious rooms, a varied menu.
Hotel san pietro
San Pietro is a hotel surrounded by garden trees in the center of Bardolino, a 7-minute walk from the beach. Not territory there are outdoor and indoor pools with hydromassage, comfortable rooms, a restaurant with Mediterranean cuisine.
3 stars
3 star hotels are within walking distance from the sights of the city and beach areas, offer accommodation in modern rooms at affordable prices, a varied menu.
Hotel bologna
Bologna is a family-run hotel 4 minutes walk from the beach and 10 minutes from the historic city center. The hotel has comfortable rooms with balconies, a pool with a terrace, a modern bar. Guests can use bicycles. The hotel has facilities for guests with disabilities.
Hotel Vela D'oro
Vela D'oro is a hotel 2 minutes from the beach, overlooking the harbor and green park, with a terrace overlooking Lake Garda, with an outdoor pool. The comfortable rooms are equipped with necessary appliances, guests are offered free cosmetics. Hotel guests will receive discounts at the nearby Le Vele Restaurant.
Apartments
Apartments - a common type of settlement of tourists in Bardolino. The apartments are in demand due to family comfort, modern equipment, beautiful views.
Mariposa apartments
Mariposa is an apartment in the historic center of Bardolino, in a building from the 50s of the 20th century, 100 meters from the lake. Everything has been done here for the convenience of guests: a spacious living room with paintings on the walls, comfortable bedrooms, a kitchenette with all equipment, a washing machine and a dishwasher. Vacationers can use the pool at the nearby Ca 'Mura. There are all conditions for recreation for guests with disabilities.
Rambaldi Apartments 4
Rambaldi is a luxury apartment 1.2 km from Wine Museum and 2.4 km from Museum of Olive Oil. Here are excellent conditions for families and even for families with pets.
