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SIRMIONE DESENZANO LONATO

ARCHAEOLOGICAL AREA OF CATULLUS CASTELLO SCALIGERO (CASTLE) ROMAN VILLA AND ANTIQUARIUM ROCCA VISCONTEO - VENETA GROTTOES AND MUSEUM E CASA DEL PODESTÀ

This is a beautiful archaeological area Scenically surrounded by the waters of Originally located in proximity to the be- In a panoramic location, Rocca is a mi- immersed in an olive grove overlooking , this castle was built in the ach, it is the most important archaeolo- litary fortification from which you can the lake. It’s been known since the 15th second half of the 14th century by Vero- gical testimony of great Late Antiquity enjoy a spectacular view of Lake Garda. century as “Catullus Grottoes”, from the na’s noble Della Scala family. The main Roman villas in northern . Divided The large structure also contains “Casa name of the Latin poet whose family features are the wet dock, an incredi- into 3 sectors, it preserves splendid del Podestà”, restored and improved owned a villa there. These important re- ble fortified port built in the 14th cen- polychrome mosaic floors. A small at the beginning of the 20th century to mains belong to one of the main Roman tury, the ramparts, and the crenellated museum displays interesting remains, become a House-Museum. The monu- residential villas in northern Italy. The towers. The central tower is 37 metres. parts of statues, and portraits. mental library is of particular value. museum contains significant artifacts. It is possible to enjoy a beautiful walk on the ramparts.

Piazzale Orti Manara, 4 - tel. +39 030 916157 Piazza Castello, 34 - tel. +39 030 916468 Via Crocefisso, 22 - tel. +39 030 9143547 Via Rocca, 2 - tel. +39 030 9130060 www.musei.lombardia.beniculturali.it www.musei.lombardia.beniculturali.it www.musei.lombardia.beniculturali.it www.fondazioneugodacomo.it PAID ENTRANCE PAID ENTRANCE PAID ENTRANCE PAID ENTRANCE

PARTIALLY ACCESSIBLE PARTIALLY ACCESSIBLE PARTIALLY ACCESSIBLE 15 min 45 min 15 min 45 min 10 min 25 min 10 min 25 min

CALVAGESE MANERBA SAN FELICE SALÒ

MARTES ROCCA DI MANERBA CASTLE - CIVIC SANTUARIO MADONNA DEL CARMINE DUOMO DI SANTA MARIA ANNUNZIATA MUSEO D’ARTE SORLINI MUSEUM AND ARCHEOLOGICAL PARK (SHRINE) (CATHEDRAL)

Created thanks to the efforts of Fonda- The remains of the castle are in a Built in Late Gothic style Located in the town’s historic centre, zione Luciano Sorlini, it is an extraordi- spectacular position on a spur domina- (15th century) the Shrine and its rustic it was built between 1453 and 1502 in nary collection of paintings hosted in an ting the lake. Along the slope that takes architecture stand on a splendid terrace Late Gothic style. The door was built elegant 16th century palace. A fascina- to the Rocca is the Museum, whose overlooking the lake. The interior, with during the Renaissance period. The ting themed visit itinerary highlights the galleries showcase local archaeologi- single nave and gable roof, is decora- interior is divided into three naves and dialogue between the most prevalent cal findings as well as landscapes and ted with frescoes dating from the 15th is an authentic art gallery. Of particular Venetian painters of the 18th century natural features of the region, including and 16th centuries whose figures and interest is the large 14th century cross like Tiepolo, Ricci, Guardi, and Canalet- the prehistoric pile dwelling site (UNE- colours recall Mantegna, Foppa, and by Giovanni Teutonico. There are also to with locals like Bellini, Savoldo, and SCO). Perugino’s styles. works by Romanino. Pitocchetto. Via Rocca, 20 - tel +39 0365 659842 Via del Carmine, 11 Vicolo Campanile, 2 Piazza Roma, 1 - tel. +39 030 5787631 +39 339 6137247 tel. +39 349 2596873 Tel. +39 0365 21700 Parish office www.museomartes.com www.riservaroccamanerba.com www.santuariodelcarmine-sanfelice.it www.gardalombardia.it PAID ENTRANCE FREE ENTRANCE/DONATION FREE ENTRANCE FREE ENTRANCE

THE MUSEUM IS ACCESSIBLE THE PARK IS NOT ACCESSIBLE 10 min 20 min 5 min 15 min 5 min 15 min

SALÒ GARDONE RIVIERA MADERNO TOSCOLANO

MU-SA - MUSEO DI SALÒ IL VITTORIALE DEGLI ITALIANI ST. ANDREA MONUMENTAL CHURCH NONII ARII ROMAN VILLA

A place for culture and events, the civic Strongly wanted and created by Gabrie- Already documented in 1040 A.D., the Dating back to the 1st century A.D., the museum contains artistic and scienti- le d’Annunzio with the collaboration of current building dates from the 12th villa used to be on the lakefront and be- fic collections that narrate the history architect Maroni, Vittoriale is an eclectic century and is a wonderful example longed to ’s illustrious Nonii fa- of the city, an important centre during ensemble of buildings, gardens, streets, of Lombard Romanesque architecture mily, who had several properties on the “Magnifica Patria”, the Venetian domi- squares, an outdoor theatre, and water with Verona influences. The polychro- lake. Only a few rooms of this imposing nation. A room with ancient musical streams created from 1921. A visit to me marble façade with the door deco- and luxurious residence are accessible instruments is dedicated to Gasparo da the site enables you to understand the rated with plants, animals, and siren today; they showcase important por- Salò, whose name is connected to the spirit of the famous poet/soldier who is motifs is beautiful. The crypt contains tions of wall decorations and mosaic manufacturing of stringed instruments, buried in the Mausoleum. the remains of St. Ercolanus in a sar- floors. in particular the violin. cophagus. Piazza SS Maria del Benaco Via Brunati, 9 - tel. +39 0365 20553 Via del Vittoriale, 12 - tel. +39 0365 296511 Piazza S.Marco - tel +39 0365 641336 tel. +39 0365 546023 www.museodisalo.it www.vittoriale.it www..toscolanomaderno.bs.it www.comune.toscolanomaderno.bs.it PAID ENTRANCE PAID ENTRANCE FREE ENTRANCE FREE ENTRANCE

THE MUSEUMS ARE PARTIALLY ACCESSIBLE. THE PARK IS NOT ACCESSIBLE. 40 min 80 min

CREDITS

MIBACT - Polo Museale Regionale della Lombardia MIBACT - Soprintendenza ABAP per le Province di Bergamo e Brescia Consorzio Lago di Garda Lombardia Fondazione Ugo da Como Martes Museo d’arte Sorlini Marco Beck Peccoz Andrea Caratti Roberto Simpsi TOSCOLANO Catullus Grottoes - Sirmione (BS)

PAPER MILL VALLEY - CENTRE OF SANTUARIO DI MONTE CASTELLO EXCELLENCE - PAPER MUSEUM (MADONNA DELLA STELLA SHRINE)

Located in the wonderful Paper Mill Val- In a splendid position on a cliff overlo- ley, the Museum venue is the old paper oking the lake, it stands on the remains production complex, whose nucleus of an old temple turned castle. Inside, it dates from the 15th and 16th centuries. preserves “Casa Santa”, a small temple The building, modified several times to estimated to have been built in 800 A.D. make room for new machines, is cha- The interior boasts Giotto-style fresco- racterised by a tall chimney. Workshops es. The spectacular view over Lake Gar- and demonstrations enhance the visit da from Mount Baldo to the Sirmione to this site. peninsula.

Via Valle delle Cartiere Via Chiesa tel. +39 0365 641050 +39 338 9336451 tel. +39 0365 73020 +39 0365 73019 www.valledellecartiere.it www.santuariomontecastello.it PAID ENTRANCE FREE ENTRANCE HERE+NEAR CULTURAL JOURNEYS LAKE GARDA

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