Boatmen of the Mincio

A boat trip on the Mincio

Distance: 40 KM

Barcaioli del Mincio: a boat trip among the lotus flowers

If you want to have an unforgettable nature experience, rely on the Boatmen of the Mincio for a river excursion is the perfect choice. Slowly navigating the canals of the Mincio Valleys Nature Reserve will allow you to discover a unique ecosystem, where lush flora and wildlife create an atmosphere of absolute peace, far from mass tourism.

Staying at the’Castello S. Antonio Hotel in Lazise offers you the possibility of reaching the Boatmen of the Mincio (located mainly in Grazie di Curtatone or Rivalta sul Mincio) in about 35-40 minutes by car (40 km), making this activity ideal for an out-of-town trip dedicated to relaxation and nature photography.

What to do with the Mincio Boatmen: exploring the Mincio Park

The excursion with the Boatmen of the Mincio is a journey into the green heart of Lombardy. Here are the most fascinating aspects of this experience:

The Lotus Flower Blossom: Between July and August, the canals are filled with thousands of lotus flowers, creating a spectacular pink and white expanse that you can admire up close on board the boats of the Boatmen of the Mincio.
Birdwatching and Fauna: During navigation, it is common to spot herons, storks and many other species of birds that inhabit the river's reeds, making the tour a true joy for nature lovers.
Visit to the Shrine of Graces: Many itineraries start or arrive near Borgo delle Grazie, one of the most beautiful villages in Italy, famous for its monumental Sanctuary.

Regenerate between nature and relaxation on Lake Garda

Choose the Hotel Castello S. Antonio as a base for your excursions and enjoy unparalleled lake views.

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Staff recommendation: The excursion with the Boatmen of the Mincio is particularly impressive at sunset, when the colours of the sky are reflected on the calm waters of the river. On your return to Lazise, you can relax with the our services and enjoy the evening breeze on our panoramic terrace.

Why choose Barcaioli del Mincio from Lazise

Organising a day with the Boatmen of the Mincio starting from the Hotel Castello S. Antonio allows you to discover the hinterland of Lake Garda and Mantua in total comfort. Our thousand-year history and the privileged hillside location provide the ideal refuge after a day spent outdoors. Compared to hotels located in busier areas, here you will find ample free parking for your car and the silence you need to regenerate in our lake view rooms.

The contrast between the deep blue of Lake Garda and the emerald green of the valleys furrowed by the Boatmen of the Mincio will make your holiday varied and unforgettable, giving you a full perspective on the beauty of the surrounding area.

Plan your excursion between river and lake

To discover the magic of Boatmen of the Mincio and ensure a relaxing stay on Lake Garda, you can book your room online now, or you can request customised information via our contact page, by sending an e-mail to info@castellosanantonio.com or by calling +39 045 7580387.

Find out more on the official website

Information regarding timetables or events may be incorrect or subject to change; we strongly recommend visiting the official website to confirm details before your visit.

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Itinerary: Surroundings

Places to visit

Campo di Brenzone: the abandoned medieval village on Lake Garda

Campo Foundation

Oil Museum

Sirmione

Campo Foundation

Arzaga Palace

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Superior Family Room with Lake View

Located in the Castle (main building)

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Superior Double Room with Lake View in Annexe

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What they say about us

I’d definitely recommend this hotel 🏨

10.0

Great view, lovely breakfast, great coffee, and all the staff did a brilliant job 👌🏽 Thank you

Monika

Everything was superb. A dream location

Marius Istinie

Excellent

9.0

The view is great; you can see Lake Garda in the distance. The rooms are clean; we stayed in the main part of the hotel – the rooms in the annexe are a bit smaller, but spacious enough. The breakfast is good; it might not be particularly varied for some people’s tastes, but it’s tasty and fresh – for us, it was more than enough. You’ll need a car to get to Peschiera or the neighbouring towns. There are parking spaces both in front of the hotel and in the annex. The owners and staff are brilliant and very customer-focused. There’s a small pool at the back, and the trees make it feel cooler than the forecast suggests.

Hip

A splendid place with very attentive staff. Even though it was 36º outside, the swimming pool made this stay perfect. (They let us use it even after check-out, which was a gesture we really appreciated!) As well as the lake view from the room, until 10.30 pm we could access the panoramic terrace, where we could enjoy the sunset in complete relaxation. The small self-service fridge, which was always available, was also handy. A well-deserved 5-star rating.

Angelica Dattolico

An excellent hotel, well-maintained and situated high up, offering a beautiful view of the lake. It has all the facilities you could wish for, including a swimming pool and a stunning panoramic terrace. The staff are very friendly and welcoming. The breakfast is top-notch.

Pyroandre Pirovano

A lovely hotel at the top of the hill. A 25-minute walk to Lazise town centre with all its restaurants. It was fine for us. A small but decent pool. Very good air conditioning in the room and a good breakfast. Great service. We’d book here again.

Jenna Mansikka

Lovely location. Friendly people. Well worth a visit. You do need to be able to climb stairs, though.

Petra De Steur

A fantastic view, friendly staff – I’d love to come back.

Wolfgang Würdinger

A lovely hotel with a stunning view and very friendly service. Breakfast is small but lovely. Parking is very tight.... For the first 300 metres after Lazise, there’s no pavement, and walking there is dangerous, especially at night. Still, I’d be very happy to stay there again.....

Susanne M.