The village which gives its name to the lake, in ancient times called Benaco, is one of the major tourist centres of the Olive Riviera. In a magnificient bay dominated by La Rocca, once used as fortress. The historic centre of the medieval village with its multicoloured houses and narrow alleys maintains all its charm. To the north villas and olive groves lead to the point of San Vigilio and the bay of Sirens, one of the most beautiful spots on the lake.

Sights: Palazzo dei Capitani, Villa Albertini, San Giorgio camaldolite monastery on the rock 045 7211390.
Sport: Trekking, mountain bike, golf, sailing, free-climbing, canyoning, horse-riding.
Events: April 'Paola Pezzo' Gran Fondo mountain bike race. July and August Sardine celabration at Pal del Vò, Flag of the Lake boat race, Village district stakes, San Bernardo festival, December/January Christmas among the olives.