Telvana Castle, Borgo Valsugana, Italy

The origins of Telvana Castle date back to the Roman age. According to documents the castle was destroyed by the Franks in 590 A.D. while other sources speak of this event in late Medieval times. The primitive core of the castle, dating probably from the 13th century, was built around a single square watchtower, 5 m per side and reaching a height of 26 m. In 1665 it was burned down and was then re-built as a baron's residence.

Climbing along the path, the magic atmosphere grows, till reaching the back of the castle, from where you can admire the whole Valsugana. The sight is really breathtaking, the partially ruined towers and walls are so fascinating and exciting.

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Anton Ivanov (10 months ago)
The castle beckons with its beauty even while you drive up to it. A beautiful path leads to it from the town. Not a very difficult climb, but worth it. Once near, you can not get inside, as the castle is closed.

Darius Radkevicius (13 months ago)
Castle Telvana looks very impressive and alluring from a highway. But you can’t tell that up close. The castle is fenced, high walls are not allowing to see what is inside, therefore there is currently no way not only to get, but even, not to observe what is inside.

Alex Pezzoli (2 years ago)
Castle obviously closed. But from Borgo a beautiful path that leads to us (path of the Bersaglieri). Continuing to reach the ruins of the Sanpietro castle.

M P (2 years ago)
Unfortunately it cannot be visited. Accessible on foot via a path, which for me is not very practical and viable result. Seen from a distance it gives beautiful emotions, unfortunately when you arrive near the castle you realize that there is no maintenance or care.

YorickSB (2 years ago)
Beautiful castle on the outside. Signs indicate the walk up. Disappointing that atthe top we found out it is closed

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