Torri del Benaco Castle

Torri del Benaco, Italy

The present castle at Torri del Benaco (Castello Scaligero) was built by Antonio della Scala in 1383 to the ruins of a older castle dating back to the Xth century. The West Tower of older castle still remains. In 1760 the second curtain wall was torn down to make way for the Lemon Grove. The decline of the castle ended in 1980 when the Commune of Torri started complete restoration under the architect Rudi Arrigo.

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Founded: 1383
Category: Castles and fortifications in Italy

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Liam Patton (10 months ago)
Wonderful stories about the work done on those old ages. Incredible views and very well kept. Enjoyed every minute.
Tobias Birkemark Tångberg (11 months ago)
Really nice small museum. Good story about the craftsmanship from this area
Andy (2 years ago)
Nice little museum of Olive Oil production and lake fishing. Stunning views of the lake and the local area from the castle wall and tower. Very reasonable entry price.
karen hopkinson (3 years ago)
Great views from the castle ramparts down the lake and over the town. Some interesting displays in the museum rooms. Torri is a lovely place and the castle is well worth a visit.
Flynn On Tour (3 years ago)
Castello Scaligero, in which is an ethnographical museum which shows exhibitions about freshwater fishing, the history of the place itself, and information about Olive trees. There are two areas inside that castle which were truly stunning, though: one of them being the Limonaia, a lemon garden which dates back to 1760. It’s truly impressive to see all these trees among the old walls. The other was the view from the tower and the walls. It’s a rather steep climb, and you have to really mind your head once, but the view from the top is definitely worth it. Sadly we had a lot of fog that day, but I can imagine that the view must be truly stunning with clear skies.
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