Isola di San Biagio
Italy
The island, also known as "Island of the bunnies", stands a few more than 200 metres ashore, in front of Manerba del Garda. In some times of the year, it can be reached walking on a thin strip of land.
Contents
8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation
Welcome to the Isola di San Biagio, an enchanting islet located just off the shore of Manerba del Garda on the western side of Lake Garda. Frequently referred to by locals as the 'Isola dei Conigli', or Island of Rabbits, this…
Listen in the app2The Crossing: Walking on Water
The journey to Isola di San Biagio is as much an event as the destination itself. When the lake's water levels are low, a thin path of sand and stones becomes a bridge between the mainland and the island. …
Listen in the app3The Shoreline and Rocky Outcrops
Upon reaching the island, you are greeted by a rugged and beautiful shoreline. The Isola di San Biagio is not a sandy beach paradise in the traditional sense; rather, it is a landscape of smooth stones and rocky outcrops that…
Listen in the app4The Fauna of 'Rabbit Island'
The interior of the island is where it earns its nickname, the 'Isola dei Conigli'. The island is home to a significant population of rabbits that roam freely among the trees and bushes. …
Listen in the app5The Panorama Point: Views of Manerba
As you move to the northern end of the island, the ground rises slightly, offering a spectacular panoramic viewpoint. From here, you can look back across the water to the Rocca di Manerba, a massive cliff that dominates the local…
Listen in the app6The Water's Edge: Leisure and Sport
The final section of our walk takes us to the eastern side of the island, where the water's edge is particularly inviting for swimming and water sports. This area is often bustling with people enjoying the lake, from swimmers to…
Listen in the app7The Lookout toward Isola del Garda
From the western side of San Biagio, you get a privileged view of Isola del Garda, the largest island on the lake, which is privately owned by the Cavazza family. The stunning Venetian neo-Gothic villa on that island is one of…
Listen in the app8Closing
As we conclude our visit to the Isola di San Biagio, we reflect on the unique charm of this 'Island of Rabbits'. We have experienced the extraordinary sensation of walking through the lake to reach its shores, explored the rugged…
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What is Isola di San Biagio?
Isola di San Biagio is a place in Italy with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Italy |
|---|---|
| Type | Activity |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 45.5686, 10.5716 |
| Last updated |