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Lonato

Lombardy, Italy · Europe

About Lonato

Lonato works well as a base: 10 minutes from Desenzano del Garda, 25km from Lake Garda.

Lonato is a town located in Lombardy, Italy. With a population of 8,186, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Lonato sits in Italy, where you drive on the right. It's in the Europe/Rome time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Lonato to your route.

About Lonato

Lonato del Garda (before 1 July 2007 simply Lonato; Eastern Lombard: Lunà or Lonat, locally [luˈna(t)]) is a town and municipality (Italian: comune) in the province of Brescia, in Lombardy, northern Italy. Lonato is located about halfway between Milan and Venice, on the southwest shore of Lake Garda, the biggest lake

Read more in Italy. Neighbouring communities are Castiglione delle Stiviere, Desenzano del Garda, Calcinato, Bedizzole, Calvagese della Riviera, Padenghe sul Garda, Pozzolengo, Montichiari, and Solferino. The town is a holiday destination due to its scenic lakeside location about 5 kilometres (3 mi) from the lake and its numerous historical and artistic monuments and museums, prehistoric sites (pile dwellings), Roman ruins, Medieval castle, Baroque churches and modern museums.

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What are the best things to do in Lonato?

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Where is Lonato located?

Lonato is located in Lombardy, Italy, Europe. The coordinates are 45.4608 latitude, 10.4773 longitude.

What is the population of Lonato?

Lonato has a population of approximately 8,186 people, making it a town in Italy.

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Quick Information

Population
8,186
Continent
Europe
Country
Italy
Region
Lombardy
Timezone
Europe/Rome
Coordinates
45.4608, 10.4773

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Italy

Police
113
Ambulance
118
Fire
115
All emergencies
112
Driving side
right

ACI roadside assistance: 803 116. ZTL (limited traffic zones) in city centres are camera-enforced.

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Worth the detour from Lonato

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

castle

Sirmione

A narrow peninsula jutting into southern Lake Garda, guarded by a medieval Scaliger castle and home to ancient Roman thermal baths.

11 km · about 20 min drive

landmark

Gardaland

Italy's most popular amusement park on the shores of Lake Garda with over 35 themed attractions.

18 km · about 20 min drive

museum

Il Vittoriale degli Italiani

Poet D'Annunzio's eccentric hillside estate above Lake Garda hides a warship prow, mausoleum and lavish gardens.

19 km · about 20 min drive

museum

Museo Mille Miglia

Museum dedicated to Italy's legendary thousand-mile open-road endurance race housed in a medieval monastery.

24 km · about 30 min drive

natural wonder

Lake Garda

Italy's largest lake with Mediterranean climate, dramatic mountain scenery, charming towns, and the Scaliger castle at Sirmione.

25 km · about 30 min drive

famous road

Strada della Forra (Tremosine)

A jaw-dropping cliff road tunnelling through a gorge above Lake Garda, called by Churchill the world's most beautiful road.

33 km · about 40 min drive

racetrack

Autodromo di Franciacorta

Modern circuit in Lombardy's sparkling-wine country, home to Italy's official Porsche Experience Center. Combines track drives with the vineyards of Franciacorta on your doorstep.

39 km · about 45 min drive

ancient ruins

Arena di Verona

A remarkably preserved 1st-century Roman amphitheater in Verona that still hosts world-class opera performances under the stars.

40 km · about 45 min drive

Driving roads near Lonato

  • 33 kmStrada della Forra (Tremosine)A jaw-dropping cliff road tunnelling through a gorge above Lake Garda, called by Churchill the world's most beautiful road.
  • 40 kmGardesana OccidentaleA spectacular lakeside road along Lake Garda's western shore threading through tunnels carved into sheer cliffs above the water.
  • 42 kmMonte Isola, Lake IseoEurope's largest lake island rises car-free from Lake Iseo, crowned by a sanctuary with sweeping water views.
  • 43 kmMalcesineA lakeside town under Monte Baldo on Garda's eastern shore, with a Scaliger castle and a cable car to alpine ridges.

Driving in Italy

Drives on
the right
Petrol
~€1.82/litre
Motorway tolls
~€8.50/100km

When to drive here

April to October

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Lonato.

Desenzano del Garda

🇮🇹 Italy

5 km awayPop. 22,665

Calcinato

🇮🇹 Italy

5 km awayPop. 8,471

Ponte San Marco

🇮🇹 Italy

5 km awayPop. 2,417

Padenghe sul Garda

🇮🇹 Italy

6 km awayPop. 3,801

Piazza

🇮🇹 Italy

7 km awayPop. 8,378

Bedizzole

🇮🇹 Italy

7 km awayPop. 9,320

Carzago Riviera

🇮🇹 Italy

7 km awayPop. 1,159

Castiglione delle Stiviere

🇮🇹 Italy

8 km awayPop. 18,530

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