Rotund Castle

Tubre, Italy

Rotund castle was built around 900 by the bishops of Chur. In 1150 the bishop give the castle to noble family Rotund. After the family line died out in 1288 the castle has had several owners. It was restored in the 15th century. The ruin is freely accessible but there is a risk of collapse.

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Tella 7, Tubre, Italy
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Founded: c. 900 AD
Category: Castles and fortifications in Italy

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4/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Stuart Thrush (2 years ago)
Great spot and well intact. Would be nice with some historical reading to know more about the castle.
Josef Tomek (2 years ago)
Pontus Patteet (3 years ago)
Construction site at the moment, doesn't seem to be any progress either. Hopefully they will finish the refurbishment at some point.
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