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Peschiera del Garda (Italian pronunciation: [peˈskjɛːra del ˈɡarda]; Venetian: Pischera; Latin: Ardelica, Arilica) is a town and comune in the province of Verona, in Veneto, Italy. When Lombardy-Venetia was under Austrian rule, Peschiera was the northwest anchor of the four fortified towns constituting the Quadrilatero .
Peschiera del Garda is one of the most beautiful small towns of the lake, with Unesco Heritage sites, canals, bridges and Roman ruins. And that’s just the city center! The area surrounding it has so much more to offer, with multiple amusement parks, natural sites and amazing landscapes. Discover Peschiera del Garda. Sights & things to do.
- Historical Center Walking Tour
- Fortress of Peschiera Del Garda
- Voltoni Bridge
- Madonna Del Frassino Sanctuary
- Peschiera Beaches
- Cycling Around Peschiera Del Garda
- Walking/Hiking Around Peschiera Del Garda
- Frassino Lake
- Shopping
- Boat Sightseeing
The visit to Peschiera del Garda can start from its beautiful historic center. Peschiera del Garda is a small Venice, romantic and silent, painted by beautiful canals surmounted by bridges, which in turn lead to cheerful squares intersected with characteristic streets. Among the alleys of its ramparts, you will find a myriad of small shops and rest...
The Fortress of Peschiera del Garda (Rocca) is a small architectural jewel, enclosed in an imposing pentagonal wall, dating back to the sixteenth century, with beautiful ramparts and impressive access doors. Its rock, shaped like a five-pointed star, is completely surrounded by water. An impregnable fortress that made Peschiera a strategic place fo...
Arriving in Piazza D’Armi, you can walk on the sixteenth-century Voltoni bridge, with its beautiful terracotta arches, overlooking the Mezzo canal, where the boats of the fishermen of Peschiera del Garda stop in order. The 5 terracotta arches in which the river Mincio flows underneath, are the most characteristic symbol of the town. Built-in 1556 t...
The Sanctuary of the Madonna del Frassino is another of the things to see in Peschiera del Garda. It is a Renaissance-style building built at the beginning of the sixteenth century following a Marian apparition. In fact, it is said that in 1510 the Virgin saved the life of a farmer bitten by a snake. Inside you will find 10 frescoed chapels and an ...
Because Peschiera del Garda is a town overlooking the lake, where there are beautiful and characteristic beaches that deserve a little stop. The beach of the Cappuccini is for example one of these, located at the end of via Risorgimento. In Peschiera del Garda there is also one of the first beaches born in Italy to welcome dogs: Braccobaldo Bau Bea...
You can also cycle along the Mincio river towards Mantua in an itinerary that touches the town of Valeggio sul Mincio and then continues towards Custoza. It is a path that leads from Peschiera to the hills where the famous “Custoza” wine is produced. The area is also famous for the important battles fought in the Risorgimento period. The overall le...
For those who love trekking in the mountains, you can reach the town of Malcesine (about 50 km away) and from there take the cable car to Monte Baldo, a mountain that is over 2000 meters high. As soon as you leave the cable car you can choose from numerous trails of varying difficulty.
A little less than 1 km from the historic center of Peschiera, there is a lake of the ice age: Frassino lake. Although it is not a large lake given its size (700 m long and 380 wide), it is nevertheless classified as a biotype of European significance. This is due both to the variety present at the faunal level and at the floral level. In fact, the...
For shopping lovers, a few kilometers from Peschiera del Garda is the La Grande Mela Shopping Center and Cinema which offers 120 shops, cinemas and bowling alleys.
From Peschiera del Garda, boats leave for trips on Lake Garda. From the port, it is possible to embark also to visit other beautiful places near Peschiera, such as Desenzano, Sirmione, Salò, and the small and romantic town of Lazise. Or take the cruise to Riva del Garda.
The unhurried yet spirited living is noticeable as you explore the lovely historic town which is a UNESCO declared Heritage Site. Filled with peaceful canals crossed by charming bridges, lively squares, and distinctive streets.
Feb 23, 2023 · Peschiera del Garda is a wonderful fortified town south of Lake Garda, boasting a rich history and ancient traditions. In this article, let’s explore the list of the things to do and see in Peschiera del Garda that you definitely shouldn’t miss.
Peschiera del Garda is the westernmost municipality on the Veronese shore of Lake Garda. Surrounded by the canals of the river Mincio, it lies on the slopes of the Moreniche hills. Its shores border those of the municipalities of Castelnuovo del Garda (Veneto) and Sirmione (Lombardy).
Feb 28, 2024 · After having visited Peschiera del Garda several times throughout the year, from wintry outings to ride along the Mincio cycleway to lots of summer visits to the theme parks, we’ve put together this guide to the best things to do in Peschiera del Garda. Check it out!
