Varese Ligure Castle

Varese Ligure, Italy

The most interesting monument to visit in Varese Ligure is the ancient castle which is now a private property. It was built in 15th century and it was the abode of leaders of the town. The building took a part of an original defence structure of the town. In the Middle Ages was created a Borgo Rotondo (Round Hamlet) and the Castle completed the defence circle. Nowadays the Castle became an exhibition area where you can see the exhibitions of the local artists.

Address

Via Portici 69, Varese Ligure, Italy

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Details

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

Rating

4.4/5 (based on Google user reviews)

User Reviews

Laura Gelmini (2 years ago)
Bel borgo, piccolo castello da visitare.

Giuseppe Landini (2 years ago)
Well restored prison castle with a beautiful panoramic view from the keep

Francesco Cifarelli (3 years ago)
The discovery that now the Castello dei Fieschi in Varese Ligure can be visited was a very pleasant surprise. The view from the top of the tower is very beautiful and just as beautiful. To be reviewed.

erick P. (3 years ago)
A must visit! A beautiful place full of curiosities. Free and free admission today we have been given some notebooks with phrases and poems delivered by a very cold gentleman. Divided into several floors and arriving at the top you can appreciate a beautiful landscape.

Jan Ischebeck (3 years ago)
Nice little town. The castle/tower was open and we could have great view over the town. Several prison cells to see and a room with dozens of maps. Seems that several old maps mainly focus on rivers and bridges. Great fociaccia in the backers next to the castle.

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