After speaking about all the sports practiced on the water or in free flight, it is now the time to dive down: diving is indeed one of the most popular sports on Lake Garda. Lake Garda, which formed over 600 million years ago from a glacier, is up to 300 metres deep.

Beneath the water, there are the steep faces that the shore is lined with, in some points, cliffs ranging from the beaches to the lake ground and areas densely populated with algae and fish. In the various diving centres you can rent diving gear and find out more about potential diving locations.

Starting in the north, here are a few points of interest: In Riva del Garda, close to the San Nicolò port, the “Silent Jesus” created by Rivano Germano Alberto is located in a depth of 18 metres below the water surface. Further south-east, in Malcesine, an iron “Delsy” cabin boat floats majestically at a depth of 30 metres.

In the area surrounding Torri del Benaco, the lakebed in front of the monument is rich in lake life. At a depth of about 25 metres, a small grotto houses the nativity scene of Torri. Visitors should also not miss out on the “garage” on the ground of Lake Garda, which features a Renault and a pedalo at a depth of 18 and 21 metres each.

Further south, in Lazise, there are the remains of a flotilla of the Republic of Venice from the 16th century that was discovered at the beginning of the 1960s.The Venetian wreck is well-preserved, mainly because of the muddy subsoil that prevented its disintegration.

On the western shore, in Sirmione, the water in front of the “Grotte di Catullo” is an ideal training ground for beginners; in Manerba del Garda there are exciting areas for experienced divers surrounding the Rocca. The Isola del Garda, located in front of San Felice del Benaco, offers unique views and incredible depths. Last but not least, you can find remains of a small wreck in Salò – from a depth of 10 up to 34 metres, where the Berardi wreck is located. In short, Lake Garda offers diving experiences for every taste!