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The castle on the water, the Grotte di Catullo and the thermal waters: Sirmione is the easiest day trip on Lake Garda, with the train to Desenzano.
Train: from Milano Centrale to Desenzano del Garda, about 1 hour by high-speed train
Then: bus or boat to Sirmione, about 20–30 minutes
When: from spring to autumn
From Centrale, take a train to Desenzano del Garda: it takes about an hour by high-speed train, a little longer on regional services. From Desenzano, buses and boats run to Sirmione; the boat is slower, but the views of the lake make it worth it.
Sirmione is famous for its thermal waters: there are spas where you can spend a few hours. Book ahead at weekends.
In summer the old town gets very crowded: arrive early and have lunch away from the main street. Check the times of the last boat and the last train to Milan. Desenzano is worth a stroll around the harbour before you head back.
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