Cles Castle

Cles, Italy

Isolated on a hummock surrounded by terraced orchards in the artificial basin of Santa Giustina, Cles Castle was built as a fortification to control the Roman road, which used to link the two banks of Stream Noce via a wooden bridge. The original ancient centre was composed of the 'Age-old Tower'. Prince-Bishop Bernardo Clesio had the castle expanded and given a Renaissance style look.

At the beginning of the 16th century the castle was attacked, during the so-called Peasant Rebellion, and in 1825 suffered a severe fire, yet it still boasts indoor some 16th century frescoes ascribed to Marcello Fogolino.

Now property of the Barons of Cles, the castle is closed to the public except for special summer events.

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Via del Castello 4, Cles, Italy
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Founded: 12th century
Category: Castles and fortifications in Italy

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JC Ralls (10 months ago)
I have only love for the castle. To all the comments saying it looks in decay or a landfill, it is because it is undergoing restoration, which can take years. And to those complaining that it’s closed to visitors.. of course! It’s a family home. They don’t have to let you in just because you want to. How do I know all this? Because I have lived in the castle and am friends with the owners. They owe you nothing. They don’t own the land around the road and is now owned by the farmers, which makes it very difficult to get heavy work vehicles to the castle so it’s a slow job. View it from the platform and enjoy the view! ? my photo I took from a boat in 2018
Tecno Arredo3 (12 months ago)
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Kamila S (2 years ago)
The castle by the lake visible from afar. It cannot be visited. You can see it from the viewpoint.
Paul Copcea (2 years ago)
Beautiful castle with a beautiful lake view next to it as well.
Marco Brioschi (3 years ago)
Beautiful Castle, on a hill between the town of Cles and Lake Santa Giustina. To reach it a narrow and unpaved road, mini parking at the base of the castle. Too bad we found it closed. From the outside it is very well kept and the view that should be enjoyed from its walls is certainly something unique .. the 3 stars only for the external view.
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