Marostica Castles

Marostica, Italy

Marostica area became under the rule of Cangrande I della Scala in 1311. Next year he founded two castles in Marostica, the lower (Castello Inferiore) and upper (Castello Superiore) castle.

The lower castle in the city center is rectangular. After the War of the League of Cambrai, the mayor moved his headquarters from upper to lower castle. The upper castle is a square form building with four little towers on the sides and a large central tower.

There is a 1800m long wall connectiong these two castles.

Address

Via Vajenti 1, Marostica, Italy

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Details

Founded: 1312
Category: Castles and fortifications in Italy

Rating

4.4/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Vernon McClure (2 years ago)
Being renovated at this time but a nice walk up with nice views.

gearry sookbirsingh (2 years ago)
Unfortunately the castle was closed. But it was a great walk to it.

Willie Adams (2 years ago)
Didn't get to enter since they were closed. Give them a call first. Hours are different due to Covid-19.

Veneto Travel Agency (2 years ago)
It a common stop and a must visit for all my clients! Charming place, full of history in Veneto area ! #madeinitalyspecialists

tamarin 08 (3 years ago)
Steep walk up through olive groves and plenty of benches to rest on. Once at the top the views are amazing. The cafe/restaurant was closed though so the promise of an ice-cream after the climb to the children backfired! It didn't look as though the restaurant had been open for quite a while either.

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