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10 Best Italian10 Best Italian hidden gems of the North

Italy provides an amazingly diverse travel experience – no wonder it’s a dream destination for many.

Off the beaten track we found these charming little villages and towns on our adventures across Northern Italy.

How many of these will you discover?

Borghetto is just stunningly beautiful. A small hamlet south of Lake Garda, it has lots of nice shops and restaurants. And waterfalls!
Borghetto is just stunningly beautiful. A small hamlet south of Lake Garda, it has lots of nice shops and restaurants. And waterfalls!

 

Asiago, in the province of Vicenza, is famous for its gorgeous mountain views and delicious local cheese.
Asiago, in the province of Vicenza, is famous for its gorgeous mountain views and delicious local cheese.

 

Carnevale in Cento (Ferrara) is an experience not to be missed. Where else can you see a 10m tall purple chicken?!
Carnevale in Cento (Ferrara) is an experience not to be missed. Where else can you see a 10m tall purple chicken?!

 

Time stands still in Grazzano Visconti, near Piacenza. A corner of medieval Italy in the heart of the countryside.
Time stands still in Grazzano Visconti, near Piacenza. A corner of medieval Italy in the heart of the countryside.

 

Just look at Lago d'Idro! It's amazing and not as crowded as most of the other Northern lakes.
Just look at Lago d’Idro! It’s amazing and not as crowded as most of the other Northern lakes.

 

In Malcesine, on Lake Garda, you can take a panoramic cable car to Mount Baldo, the most distinctive mountain in the region. The town has a castle and gorgeous little streets full of life.
In Malcesine, on Lake Garda, you can take a panoramic cable car to Mount Baldo, the most distinctive mountain in the region. The town has a castle and gorgeous little streets full of life.

 

Maranello (Modena) is the home of the Ferrari factory, test track and museum. Not just for petrolheads, the area is worth a visit for the stunning squares and variety of local foods.
Maranello (Modena) is the home of the Ferrari factory, test track and museum. Not just for petrolheads, the area is worth a visit for the stunning squares and variety of local foods.

 

Merano (near the Austrian border) will surprise you for its stunning views, historic buildings and gardens.
Merano (near the Austrian border) will surprise you for its stunning views, historic buildings and gardens.

 

Sabbioneta, near Mantova, was created during the Renaissance era by the local prince as the ideal city. It's also a UNESCO world heritage site.
Sabbioneta, near Mantova, was created during the Renaissance era by the local prince as the ideal city. It’s also a UNESCO world heritage site.

 

After the road that Winston Churchill called “the eighth wonder of the world” you'll arrive in Tremosine. Caves, hairpin bends and stone bridges lead to breathtaking views of Lake Garda.
After the road that Winston Churchill called “the eighth wonder of the world” you’ll arrive in Tremosine. Caves, hairpin bends and stone bridges lead to breathtaking views of Lake Garda.

 

Giordano e Laura

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