Breno Castle

Breno, Italy

The Breno castle rises on a hill overlooking the town: the building was erected in the 12th century, then turned into a military stronghold at the time of the Venetian Republic (1400-1500) and finally, after being abandoned in 1598, it was reused as a stone quarry.

The castle however rises on a much more ancient site: probably the place where in the 10th-9th century BCE a prehistoric community settled.

You can reach the castle with a short walk (about 15 minutes) from the centre of Breno: the perimeter is closed by a battlemented boundary wall and by two towers. Inside you can admire the remains of the St. Michele church, of Longobard origin, then enlarged in the Romanesque period. The other buildings, the only remains of which are mostly the outside walls and the cellars with barrel vaults, were added during the Venetian reign.

References:

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Address

Vicolo Orti 14, Breno, Italy

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Details

Founded: 12th century
Category: Castles and fortifications in Italy

More Information

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Rating

4.5/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Joana Santos (3 years ago)
Despite what every GPS we used told us, the access to the Castle is via the main square. As far as we could tell its pedestrian access only. The climb is about 7mins, and it gets a bit steep at times but very manageable. The ruins are somewhat preserved, and there is coffee shop inside.

Geo Zam (4 years ago)
Unique and has. historical features

Grażyna Pęciak (4 years ago)
Amazing place

Martin Brown (4 years ago)
Super dramatic just before a thunder storm...

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