A Guide to Peschiera del Garda

Peschiera del Garda is located at the top of the Mincio River, Pescheria has the most stunning siteon Lake Garda, and is one of the best served tourist destinations in the area, as visitors can try every kindof leisure activity. Sights to see include the the Fortress, the Church of St Martino Vescovo, the Sanctuary of the Madonna of Frassino, the Roman remains. Gastronome lovers should try the local fish dishes. There are numerous superb local DOC wines including Chardonnay Nosiola, Muller Thurgau, Pinot Bianco, Bianco di Custoza, Rosso Superiore, Rubino, and Groppello, the sparkling white spumante wines, Lugana and Bardolino Chiaretto and a host of Grappas. Among the events held in Peschiera del Garda, the Street Artists’ Festival, the Sailing competition Trofeo di vela città di Peschiera, Luganeggiando, the International meeting of classic boats, Festa dell’Ospite, Calici di Stelle, and the Palio delle Mura. Keen excursionists should head to the Broglie area.