MANTOVA SIGHTSEEING TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Mantova dall’acqua: a three‑hour cruise where the castle rises from the lake and lunch is served on deck
A three‑hour guided boat tour from Pontile Andes on Mantova’s lower lakes with a traditional Mantovan menu served aboard—this guide explains what you’ll see, eat, and how the outing runs.
Mantova dall’acqua: a three‑hour cruise where the castle rises from the lake and lunch is served on deck.
Experience the enchanting beauty of Mantova on a three‑hour boat cruise, savoring a traditional Mantovan lunch as you glide through the lower lakes and the Oasi del Mincio—combining townscape, waterborne nature and local cuisine into a single outing.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
The castle that seems to rise from the water
As the boat rounds the lakes you watch the Castello appear from the surface—its towers, palaces and dome unfolding along the shoreline in a memorable sequence.
A Desinar mantovano served on board
The lunch is a local set menu: antipasto of salumi mantovani; lasagne di zucca e salsiccia; arrosto della tavola ducale dei Gonzaga con patate al forno al rosmarino; sbrisolona artigianale and sorbetto al limone, accompanied by Lambrusco mantovano DOC and mineral water.
Oasi del Mincio and calm, wildlife-rich waters
The route passes the Oasi del Mincio where herons, grebes, water lilies and lotus flowers are part of the scenery; the lakes’ typically calm surface also makes the onboard meal a steady, comfortable experience.
What the day feels like
What the experience feels like
You meet at Pontile Andes on Lago di Mezzo and board the motonave Andes 2000 for a three‑hour navigation of Mantova’s lower lakes and the Oasi del Mincio. A guide is aboard and a full Mantovan lunch is served on deck while the town and wetlands pass by; the service concludes in the early afternoon.
THE SIGHT
The castle that seems to rise from the water
As the boat rounds the lakes you watch the Castello appear from the surface—its towers, palaces and dome unfolding along the shoreline in a memorable sequence.
THE KITCHEN
A Desinar mantovano served on board
The lunch is a local set menu: antipasto of salumi mantovani; lasagne di zucca e salsiccia; arrosto della tavola ducale dei Gonzaga con patate al forno al rosmarino; sbrisolona artigianale and sorbetto al limone, accompanied by Lambrusco mantovano DOC and mineral water.
THE WILDLIFE
Oasi del Mincio and calm, wildlife-rich waters
The route passes the Oasi del Mincio where herons, grebes, water lilies and lotus flowers are part of the scenery; the lakes’ typically calm surface also makes the onboard meal a steady, comfortable experience.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this outing suits—and who should consider alternatives.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Meeting is at Pontile Andes on Lago di Mezzo; embarkation is scheduled in the late morning and the service concludes in the early afternoon—total navigation time is three hours. Confirm exact meeting time with the operator before arrival.
Personal extras are not included in the quota—bring any personal items or payments for extras you might require during the outing.
Animals are not allowed on the ship and the operator lists included and excluded items—check terms for any personal items you expect to need.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long does the cruise last?
The navigation lasts three hours.
Where and when do we meet and board?
Participants meet at Pontile Andes on Lago di Mezzo at the announced meeting time; boarding is on the motonave Andes 2000 and navigation of the lower lakes and the Oasi del Mincio follows.
What does the price include?
The fee includes navigation, an onboard guide and the Desinar mantovano lunch.
Are pets allowed on board?
No—animals are not permitted during this itinerary.
Is the cruise suitable for people who suffer from seasickness?
Yes—the lakes are characteristically calm and the operator notes the impossibility of suffering from seasickness on these waters.
What is served for lunch?
The menu features salumi mantovani as antipasto; lasagne di zucca e salsiccia; arrosto della tavola ducale dei Gonzaga with rosemary roast potatoes; sbrisolona artigianale and lemon sorbet, with Lambrusco mantovano DOC and mineral water.
What are the prices for adults, children and infants?
Adult price is €60.00; ragazzi (6–12 years) €45.00; bambini (3–5 years) €35.00; infants 0–3 years are free if they do not take the lunch.