Castiglione delle Stiviere Castle

Castiglione delle Stiviere, Italy

The castrum in Castiglione delle Stiviere was founded probably in the 9th century, but it is much altered and restored, especially by the Gonzaga family of Mantua in the 16th century. The castle was home to a cadet branch of the House of Gonzaga, headed by the Marquis of Castiglione. Saint Aloysius Gonzaga (1568–1591) was born there as heir to the marquisate, but became a Jesuit. He died tending plague victims in Rome and was buried there, but his head was later translated to the basilica in Castiglione which bears his name.

Address

Via San Carlo Borromeo 1, Castiglione delle Stiviere, Italy

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Details

Founded: 15th century
Category: Castles and fortifications in Italy

Rating

4.4/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

gigio “Higordell” helly (6 months ago)
Beautiful, located on a hill you can see the whole town, the sunset is beautiful, worth visiting.

Vincenzo Faggiano (7 months ago)
Beautiful location, located in the highest part of Castiglione Delle Stiviere, overlooking the entire territory. The castle is well preserved, it is kept.

Chiara Alborghetti (13 months ago)
Very pretty thanks to the uniqueness of the two banks that lead down to the village. Unfortunately the interior of the castle cannot be visited. However, the whole is as charming as the whole town of Castiglione delle Stiviere. I recommend walking down Ripa Castello to the square with the ancient prisons.

Elsa Tempini (2 years ago)
There is no entrance fee, it is managed by the parish of Castiglione! Native place of s. Luigi Gonzaga world patron of young people, a white marble stele marks the exact place now destroyed! The castle church, s. Sebastiano where some members of the Gonzaga family rest

Ottavio Rosati (2 years ago)
An enchanting country ... full of surprises

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