Sirmione

Situated in the Italian province of Brescia, Sirmione is one of the most popular towns on Lake Garda and has been a spa resort since Roman times. The lovely historical centre is pedestrianised and dominated by a 13th century castle, called the Rocca Scaligera which commands great views over the town and lake. Also worth visiting is the Villa Romana, an impressive ruin of a Roman villa associated with the poet Catullus.