Sitting on an enchanting gulf at the foot of Mount S. Bartolomeo (568 m), Salo' is the capital of the Upper Garda area within the province of Brescia. The old city center between Piazza Carmine, the "Fossa" and the lake shore is a dense network of streets, alleys and small squares lined with elegant homes, shops, restaurants and bars. There are many hotels and some first rate inns and rooms to rent. The market held every Saturday morning is very popular. Neighborhoods of the town (Barbarano, Campoverde, Cunettone, Renzano, San Bartolomeo, Serniga and Villa) are marvelous spots for excursions and walks. Fishing, windsurfing, rowing, yachting and tennis are readily available. There are public facilities for swimming, football, volleyball, basketball and bocce, while private facilities are available for dance, gymnastics, fencing, judo, etc. Salò, which lies between the Valtenesi, Valsabbia and the Upper Garda areas, is in a particularly favorable geographical position. Public transportation to and from Desenzano, Brescia and Riva is quite good, and there is regular ferry service between the major towns on the lake from March to October.