Peschiera

A perfect destination for a fun-filled family holiday, Peschiera is a lovely little resort set in beautiful surroundings with some of the best loved family attractions in Italy on its doorstep.

The focal point of the town is its pedestrianised centre where you can amble through quaint streets lined with shops, pavement cafés and ice cream parlours. There is also an impressive selection of traditional restaurants where you can relax after a day of sightseeing and enjoy fine Italian food and wine along with breathtaking lake views.

There is plenty of history to be found within the walls of the historic old town, not least the 16th Century Fortress of Peschiera. Outside the walls are two beach areas, each a 10-minute walk from the centre, and a harbour where fishing boats and yachts rock gently in the breeze and ferries run to other lakeside resorts.

There is no doubt that families are drawn to Peschiera not only for its unique charm - which it has in spades - but its proximity to major attractions gives it extra family appeal. It is a short bus ride to Gardaland, the biggest theme park in Italy and the third largest in Europe, with no shortage of thrills and spills to offer families looking for adventure. Canevaworld Resort is also a must-see. This is divided into Movieland, offering a magical mix of rides, shows and stunts, and Aquapark with its combination of hair-raising waterslides and gentle, flowing rivers. As if that were not enough, there is also a wonderful safari park and impressive aquarium nearby, and the great cities of Venice and Verona are a mere train ride away.