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Make waves or just savour the views on a holiday to Torbole, northern Italy's windsurfing capital.

Wow-factor watersports

Torbole has all the trappings of a fine north Italy resort, but its biggest draws are wind-powered. The town's trio of windsurfing schools keeps the lake dotted with brightly coloured sails. It's a fantastic base for hiking, too, with jaw-dropping views within striking distance.

Soul food

Visitors to the region are in for some seriously scrumptious food. Pop into a local cheese factory for a spread of cheeses, salami and honey. Restaurants all over town plate up pizzas and pastas that are easy on the wallet – plus they're served with lake and mountain views.

Harbour hub

Town life revolves around the harbour, spilling out from the pretty piazzas and terracotta-topped buildings. The lakeside promenade's a favourite with cyclists and strollers. To explore further afield, other lakeside towns can be reached via the frequent ferries.

Out and about

Here are some ideas of things to do when staying in Torbole:

• Lakeside promenade
• Lake bathing
• Sailing
• Cycle routes
• Natural caves
• Markets

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    • Make waves at windsurf school
    • Step out on a mountaintop walk
    • Fill up on Italian flavours by the harbour
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    Top things to see and do in Torbole

    Sport on the water

    Al Cor and Lido Blu are both pebble beaches with grass areas. Facilities include snack bars and restaurants, plus showers and toilets. Sun loungers are available to rent, too. Torbole is known for its watersports – take a beginner lesson in windsurfing or kitesurfing, or relax on the shore and watch the pros out on the water.

    Head to Riva beach

    If you’re looking for a change of scenery, cycle or walk along the lakefront promenade to Riva. Riva has some of the largest pebble and grass beaches of the north - Pini beach, or Pine Beach, and Spiaggia Sabbioni. Both beaches have bars and cafés, pedalo hire, playgrounds, floating platforms, sun lounger rental and showers.

    Fancy a dip?

    The Sarca River is the main inlet of Lake Garda. The source is high up in the mountains and, for much of the year, the water is snow melt - so not only is it extremely clear, but it's also wonderfully refreshing for a dip on a hot summer’s day. Just be aware that the river is quite fast moving, so it's only recommended for strong swimmers.

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    Bargain Buys

    To pick up holiday bargains, the market is the place to be. Open every second Tuesday morning from around 8am to 2pm, you’ll find a variety of products including traditional Italian pottery, clothing, leather goods, gifts and souvenirs. While the market is not as cheap as you may think, the quality of the products is really good.

    Mid-range Buys

    Torbole has a great selection of shops, many of which stock surf gear and activewear. There’s Rip Curl and Quicksilver for clothing, walking gear and footwear, alongside shops offering leather goods, jewellery, and souvenirs. For a larger range, the Blue Garden Shopping Centre in Riva has over 40 shops to browse.

    Designer Buys

    As Torbole is more of an active town, it doesn’t have many high-end shops offering designer brands. Along the promenade or road into Riva, you’ll find shops such as Jack Wolfskin, Armani and United Colors of Benetton. If you’re looking to spend some serious money, take a trip to Verona for the likes of Gucci, Versace and Prada.

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    Lively Evenings

    To cater for the many watersports fans who flock to Torbole in summer, many bars offer happy hours and there’s often live music. Wind’s Bar on the main road is open until 2am and has a lively atmosphere and refreshing cocktails. The Aurora Lounge Bar often hosts bands and DJ sets on a weekly basis.

    Laid-Back Evenings

    The lakefront promenade is ideal for taking an evening stroll with an ice-cream in hand. Watch the lights twinkling from nearby towns and listen to the water lapping over the pebbles. For a relaxed bar in town, Aurora has a large garden area full of comfy beanbags.

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    Eating out

    In Torbole, as with most of the other Lake Garda resorts, Italian cuisine dominates, and here you can find pizza and pasta for under €10. As the town is located on the northern part of the lake, most restaurants have spectacular views of not only the lake, but the mountains too. There are lots of informal cafes and restaurants on the lakefront, as well as up in the hills of Nago-Torbole.

    Drinks and snacks at Bar alla Sega

    On the beach and with gorgeous views of the lake and the surrounding mountains, Bar alla Sega is lovely for some quiet drinks and snacks. The bar itself is contemporary and has a retractable roof, and serves everything from sandwiches to ice-cream.

    Pizzas, pastas and seafood at Al Pescatore

    Just off the waterfront is Al Pescatore, which serves up large pizzas in creative shapes, and with a variety of toppings, at an extremely good price. If you don’t fancy pizza, then they also offer pasta, risotto and seafood dishes. This restaurant also has wheelchair access.

    A wine for each dish at Aqua Ristorante

    Part of the Hotel Lago di Garda, and with fantastic views of the water, Aqua Ristorante is a modern but elegant restaurant with a charming atmosphere. Customers love their seafood platters and they have a good wine selection to go with every dish.

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