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.

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Laura Gelmini (18 months ago)
Bel borgo, piccolo castello da visitare.

Giuseppe Landini (20 months ago)
Well restored prison castle with a beautiful panoramic view from the keep

Francesco Cifarelli (2 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. (2 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 (2 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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