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The centre of town is quite unique and fascinating with a lot of old buildings and features which date back to the many battles and wars which took place in this area. The town has considerable fortification with huge walls, moats and a bridge to impede the progress of the enemy. This is all found close to the port area and the Austrians who fought in the battle of Solferino had a hand in a number of the buildings here.
Away from the lake, the town can be more commercial and less attractive, but as with most towns on Lake Garda, stick to the lakeside to see all the best bits! There are a lot of nice shops in town to explore. With the town's typical narrow streets and small colourful shops, it is a very charming place. Due to its position at the corner of the lake, the town is oddly shaped and changes a lot as you go from one part to another.
There are small beachy areas around here, but Peschiera del Garda is busy and probably not as well suited to lounging by the lake as other areas. However, it is still well worth a visit, and is also very well placed for excursions and getting to and from major transport links.
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