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Sirmione

Lombardy, Italy · Europe

About Sirmione

Sirmione works well as a base: 10 minutes from Desenzano del Garda, 17km from Lake Garda.

Sirmione is a town located in Lombardy, Italy. With a population of 6,818, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Sirmione sits in Italy, where you drive on the right. It's in the Europe/Rome time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Sirmione to your route.

About Sirmione

Sirmione (Brescian: Sirmiù; Venetian: Sirmion) is a comune in the province of Brescia, in Lombardy (northern Italy). It is bounded by Desenzano del Garda (Lombardy) and Peschiera del Garda in the province of Verona and the region of Veneto. It has a historical centre which is located on the Sirmio peninsula that

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Sirmione offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Sirmione located?

Sirmione is located in Lombardy, Italy, Europe. The coordinates are 45.4974 latitude, 10.6051 longitude.

What is the population of Sirmione?

Sirmione has a population of approximately 6,818 people, making it a town in Italy.

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Quick Information

Population
6,818
Continent
Europe
Country
Italy
Region
Lombardy
Timezone
Europe/Rome
Coordinates
45.4974, 10.6051

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Italy

Police
113
Ambulance
118
Fire
115
All emergencies
112
Driving side
right

ACI roadside assistance: 803 116. ZTL (limited traffic zones) in city centres are camera-enforced.

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Worth the detour from Sirmione

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

landmark

Gardaland

Italy's most popular amusement park on the shores of Lake Garda with over 35 themed attractions.

10 km · about 20 min drive

museum

Il Vittoriale degli Italiani

Poet D'Annunzio's eccentric hillside estate above Lake Garda hides a warship prow, mausoleum and lavish gardens.

14 km · about 25 min drive

natural wonder

Lake Garda

Italy's largest lake with Mediterranean climate, dramatic mountain scenery, charming towns, and the Scaliger castle at Sirmione.

17 km · about 20 min drive

famous road

Strada della Forra (Tremosine)

A jaw-dropping cliff road tunnelling through a gorge above Lake Garda, called by Churchill the world's most beautiful road.

26 km · about 30 min drive

ancient ruins

Arena di Verona

A remarkably preserved 1st-century Roman amphitheater in Verona that still hosts world-class opera performances under the stars.

31 km · about 35 min drive

coastal drive

Gardesana Occidentale

A spectacular lakeside road along Lake Garda's western shore threading through tunnels carved into sheer cliffs above the water.

31 km · about 35 min drive

museum

Museo Nicolis

Italian museum of cars, motorcycles, and mechanical musical instruments with rare Maseratis and vintage racing machines.

31 km · about 35 min drive

museum

Museo Mille Miglia

Museum dedicated to Italy's legendary thousand-mile open-road endurance race housed in a medieval monastery.

34 km · about 40 min drive

Driving roads near Sirmione

  • 26 kmStrada della Forra (Tremosine)A jaw-dropping cliff road tunnelling through a gorge above Lake Garda, called by Churchill the world's most beautiful road.
  • 31 kmGardesana OccidentaleA spectacular lakeside road along Lake Garda's western shore threading through tunnels carved into sheer cliffs above the water.
  • 34 kmMalcesineA lakeside town under Monte Baldo on Garda's eastern shore, with a Scaliger castle and a cable car to alpine ridges.
  • 47 kmMonte Isola, Lake IseoEurope's largest lake island rises car-free from Lake Iseo, crowned by a sanctuary with sweeping water views.

Driving in Italy

Drives on
the right
Petrol
~€1.82/litre
Motorway tolls
~€8.50/100km

When to drive here

April to October

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Sirmione.

Desenzano del Garda

🇮🇹 Italy

6 km awayPop. 22,665

Moniga del Garda

🇮🇹 Italy

6 km awayPop. 2,356

San Martino della Battaglia

🇮🇹 Italy

7 km awayPop. 1,701

Padenghe sul Garda

🇮🇹 Italy

7 km awayPop. 3,801

Solarolo

🇮🇹 Italy

7 km awayPop. 3,614

Manerba del Garda

🇮🇹 Italy

7 km awayPop. 3,761

Soiano

🇮🇹 Italy

8 km awayPop. 1,605

Peschiera del Garda

🇮🇹 Italy

9 km awayPop. 7,733

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