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The best places to have an aperitif in the northern area of Lake Garda.

Chiara Avanzi

The complete list of the best places to have an aperitif from Torbole to Limone, passing through Trento and Rovereto!

People enjoying drinks on a panoramic terrace overlooking Lake Garda surrounded by steep mountains.

After seeing the best places to have an aperitif in the East, West and South of Lake Garda, we arrive in the North. This area includes Limone, Riva del Garda and the hinterland up to Trento!

Wind’s Bar (Via Giacomo Matteotti, 9, 38069 Nago-Torbole TN – Tel. 0464 505232)

As the first stop of our tour we start from Torbole with Wind’s Bar, a place that offers excellent aperitifs and cocktails accompanied by tasty sandwiches .. I assure you that once we arrive for the aperitif it will be difficult to leave before having dinner / lunch .. in fact they offer also great dishes!

Two people toasting with cocktails at Wind's Bar in Torbole on Lake Garda.

Hotel Paradiso Conca d’Oro (Via Lungolago Conca d’Oro, 41, 38069 Nago-Torbole TN – Tel. 0464 505126)

With a breathtaking location overlooking Lake Garda, Hotel Paradiso Conca d’Oro offers tasty aperitifs accompanied by appetizers and quality dishes, for a regenerating break!

Table with coffee cups overlooking Lake Garda and mountains inside Hotel Paradiso.

Rivabar (Largo Medaglie d’Oro Al Valor Militare 2, 38066 Riva del Garda TN – Tel. 0464 551969)

If you are looking for a place to try excellent cocktails, Rivabar is the one for you .. try the experience of sitting at the counter and see how each cocktail is made!

Hand holding a glass of orange cocktail with foam during an aperitif near Lake Garda.

Bastione Lounge & Restaurant (Via Monte Oro, 26, 38066 Riva del Garda TN – Tel. 0464 076861)

Located next to a fortified tower of the ’500 overlooking Riva del Garda and Lake Garda, Bastione Lounge & Restaurant, is a place that can be reached via a funicular (5 euros round trip) that offers aperitifs, cocktails and wines of excellent quality. accompanied by truly stratospheric cuisine!

A set table at Bastione Lounge on Lake Garda for a scenic aperitif at sunset.

Sailing Bar (Porto S.Nicolò, Viale Rovereto, 136, 38066 Riva del Garda TN – Tel. 0464 870240)

Already recommended among the best bars for motorcyclists, we propose the Sailing Bar again, for its relaxing position, its fabulous aperitifs and cocktails and really tasty sandwiches .. have you already tasted their maxitoast?

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Bar Centrale Arco (Via Bruno Galas, 2, 38062 Arco TN – Tel. 0464 512061)

In the center of Arco we find Bar Centrale Arco, which offers excellent aperitifs and cocktails with the possibility of sitting outside.

Two glasses of beer and a cocktail with an orange slice on a sunny table at Caffè Centrale in Arco.

Cà del Garda (Fraz, Frazione Loppio, 23, 38065 Mori TN – Tel. 0464 919292)

In the hinterland of Riva del Garda, a few steps from Lake Loppio, we find Cà del Garda, a place that offers excellent aperitifs accompanied by delicacies of the local cuisine (such as potato cakes) and cold cuts and cheeses .. to try!

A bartender stirs a sparkling cocktail with ice in a large wine glass at a bar counter.

Caffé Gambrinus (Corso Antonio Rosmini, 70/a, 38068 Rovereto TN – Tel. 347 192 6203)

In the historic center of Rovereto, a few steps from the station, we find Caffè Gambrinus, a place that offers a wide choice of aperitifs accompanied by a respectable menu!

A hand holding a red aperitif garnished with fruit and ice along a sidewalk with outdoor seating.

Via Dante 20 Caffe’ (Via Dante, 20, 38068 Rovereto TN – Tel. 0464 438060)

Via Dante 20 Caffè is a comfortable place that offers the opportunity to enjoy excellent aperitifs both indoors and outdoors .. all accompanied by fantastic appetizers!

Plate of cured ham and warm focaccia served for an aperitif at Via Dante 20 Café on Lake Garda.

Bar Al Porteghet (Piazzetta Niccolò Rasmo, 3, 38122 Trento TN – Tel. 0461 985116)

Once in Trento, we cannot miss a stop at Bar Al Porteghet which offers aperitifs, draft beers and a wide selection of wines, accompanied by appetizers .. all in a truly relaxing atmosphere!

A rich aperitif at Bar Al Porteghet featuring colorful drinks, snacks, and bruschetta at Lake Garda.

Bistrot Trento Alta (Str. alla Funivia, 15, 38123 Sardagna TN – Tel. 375 667 5420)

If you want to admire Trento from above, Bistrot Trento Alta is the solution for you. Reachable via a comfortable cable car, it offers excellent wines and aperitifs accompanied by appetizers, pinse and a truly excellent menu!

Illuminated tables and umbrellas in the outdoor garden of a modern venue in Trento for an evening aperitif.

Doppiozero (Via Fratelli Perini, 167, 38122 Trento TN – Tel. 0461 182 1336)

A few steps from the center of Trento, Doppiozero is a quiet place that offers excellent aperitifs and drinks accompanied by appetizers!

A green cocktail garnished with fresh mint and dried orange served in a coupe glass on red napkins.

Hotel Al Rio Se (Via Nova, 12, 25010 Limone Sul Garda BS – Tel. 0365 954182)

Returning along Lake Garda, in Limone, in an elevated position, we find Hotel Al Rio Se, which offers aperitifs accompanied by pizzas, first and second courses of meat and fish .. not to mention the wonderful view of the lake!

Swimming pool and villa with views over Lake Garda surrounded by palm trees and mountains in Limone sul Garda.

Scaloni 20 (Via Castello, 20, 25010 Limone sul Garda BS – Tel. 0365 183 0017)

Last but not least, Scaloni 20 is a place that offers lemonades, lemon-spritz and other aperitifs with the excellent lemons of the area .. all accompanied by excellent appetizers!

A caprese sandwich with tomato and mozzarella alongside a refreshing drink at an outdoor bar by Lake Garda.

For the northern shore of Lake Garda, (which we remember includes the area that goes from Torbole to Limone, passing through Trento and Rovereto) the best places to have an aperitif are over … as always, if you have any suggestions , new bars / wine shops to discover and try, questions about your holiday on Lake Garda, do not hesitate to contact us by commenting on this article or writing on our social channels (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok), we are always available to help you.

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