The Scaliger family ruled Verona and a large part of the Venetian area from 1259 to 1387. The architectural features of the castle respond to the period of Cansignorio and Antonio II della Scala, i.e. circa 1360-1380, and the fortress was presumably built in a few years, but based on a unitary design which included a fortified port, the docks, for the fleet.
From the 16th century onwards, the importance of Sirmione defensive position fell, in favour of the fortress at Peschiera del Garda. In subsequent centuries, in the Napoleonic era, and then under Austrian domination, the Castle was used as armoury and barracks for troops. Afterwards it housed municipal offices, a post office, a Carabinieri accommodation and a small prison.
The current appearance was partly given by a restoration campaign begun in 1919.
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