Discovering Sirmione
Sirmione (click to visit guide) has always been one of those lake towns I love the most. You feel a holiday atmosphere everywhere you go; sometimes it seems almost to have a seaside feel to it.
Not only is it a great holiday town but there is so much history to see; among the highlights are the remains of the greatest Roman Villa in Northern Italy and an incredible castle too.
If that wasn't enough you have beaches (see our article on Garda's beaches here) and magical walks through endless olive groves, with glimpsed vistas of sparkling waters and distant peaks.
Of course there is the quaint town itself and it is a true joy to wander through. Fascinating shops are around every corner, gorgeous geranium filled flower-boxes add color to the cobbled lanes and the bougainvillea covered cottages are too beautiful for words.
Whether you know Sirmione well or are thinking of visiting soon join our photo journey through the streets and pathways of the town and its surrounds. If you enjoy the pics please click Like below and you're welcome to pin or share them too.
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The Lanes of Sirmione
Once you've arrived, which in most cases is by boat, you'll find yourself in a maze of narrow lanes lined with colorful cottages and in no time at all you'll find yourself at the incredible castle walls...
The Shops
After wandering around the colorful lanes you'll certainly be tempted by some of the shops. These photos below are of a few I love, I don't need to tell you where they are; the town is so small that they are impossible to miss.
The Castle
The 14th century Scaliger castle, right in the old town, is incredible. It was home to the Scaliger fleet and the view from the towers is breathtaking. The Scaligers dominated a lot of the Veneto region from 1226 until 1392 when they were forced to flee.
The Road to the Catullus Villa and Sirmione's Beaches
A little way from the old town you'll find some of Garda's best beaches and, passing through ancient olive groves, you'll come to the remains of the Villa of Catullus. Catullus was one of the greatest of Rome's poets and the villa was clearly enormous with a location second to none.
The walk to the beaches and to the Grotto of Catullus (as the villa is known) is delightful; however, there is a little train (first photo below) that'll take you there if you don't feel like walking.
For more on Sirmione and Lake Garda visit our guide which covers everything from beaches to hotels.
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