AROUND THE LAKE - Sirmione
The splendid panoramic peninsula of Sirmione on the southern shores of the lake, thanks to its splendid natural position, has been a privileged place of settlement since ancient times and has a long and interesting history. Its attractive scenery, pleasant climate, the source of sulphurous water that has led to the development of an important spa centre and its history, for example the remains of the most grandiose private Roman villa in northern Italy (Le Grotte di Catullo) and its Scaligero castle, have made Sirmione a popular and interesting town to visit.