Sirmione

Lake Garda, Italy

A popular Lake Garda town for relaxation and sports in an historic town.

About Sirmione

Malcesine is one of the most popular Lake Garda towns for visiting or as a holiday destination.

Popular for sailing, windsurfing, rock climbing and mountain biking along with enjoying the lakeside ambience, beaches and culture of this historic place.

In the winter months, skiing is available on Monte Baldo with a lift to the mountain from Malcesine and in summer it’s a great location for cooling breezes and a superb view of Lake Garda.

LOCATION

Sirmione location on Lake Garda

Sirmione is on the southern edge of Lake Garda, close to Peschiera and Desenzano.

Sirmione is about 10 minutes away from the main E70 motorway/autostrada.

FERRY INFORMATION

The closest resorts by ferry are Peschiera and Desenzano (10-20 minutes away).

To Limone takes just under two hours by fast service, Garda an hour and a half by normal ferry.

Other destinations on the lake� are available but may take longer.

�There are tour boats available to various Lake Garda destinations.

Tickets can be bought directly from the ferry service website, except for fast boat tickets which must be bought at the ground station.

*All times approximate

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Things to see in Sirmione

THINGS TO SEE

Scaligero Castle
This medieval fortress dominates the entrance to the old town and offers stunning views of Lake Garda.

Grottoes of Catullus
These Roman ruins offer a glimpse into the past and provide panoramic views of the lake.

Church of San Pietro in Mavino
This is the oldest church in Sirmione, dating back to the 8th century, and features beautiful frescoes.

Sirmione Old Town
Stroll along the narrow streets, explore the shops and restaurants, and soak in the atmosphere of this historic town.

Villa di Maria Callas
Visit the villa where the famous opera singer Maria Callas lived, offering a glimpse into her life and the cultural history of the area. Maria Callas was married to Aristotle Onassis.

Sirmione Beaches

Sirmione has a variety of semi-wild and beaches with facilities.

Jamaica (Giamaica) beach is located below the Grotte di Catullo Roman ruins. The beach is partly free and partly equipped with sun beds for hire. Showers are available free of charge. There is one toilet not equipped for people with disabilities.

Bionde beach is free of charge and has free showers, a bar and restaurant. Dogs are allowed.

Lugana beach is equipped with toilets for the disabled, showers and sun beds.

Muse beach is free. There is one bathroom that is not equipped for people with disabilities; the service is free of charge from Monday to Thursday, with a charge on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays (� 0.50)

Galeazzi beach is partly free and partly equipped with sun beds. The beach is equipped with special toilets for people with disabilities and it has wheelchair access to the lake. There are pedal boats and equipment for various sports: SUP, canoeing, windsurfing, volleyball, table tennis and trampolines

Brema beach has a kiosk bar, pedal boats, beach volleyball court, windsurfing and kite surfing equipment. Access to the beach is free and dogs are allowed.

Punta Gr� beach is equipped with showers and a volleyball court; the toilets cost 0,50 euro and are also accessible to people with disabilities. Sun beds are available without reservation at the Punta Gro Bistrot, which serves as a kiosk/bar for the beach. Dogs are allowed.