Pavone Castle, Pavone Canavese, Italy

Pavone Castle was originally built between the 9th and the 11th century. At the beginning of the 13th century, the castle went to the Romano family and, several years later, Oberto, the new bishop of Ivrea, got it back. In the 14th century, its first and major reconstruction took place. In the 15th century, the castle was abandoned, but, at the end of the century, Bishop Bonifacio Ferrero gave the go-ahead for new reconstruction: building a staircase, enlarging the residential area, and recuperating the external tower.

Wars between Francesco I and Carlo V caused new damage and destruction to the castle, which, following the Napoleonic invasions, was almost completely destroyed.

In 1888, the castle started undergoing renovation works under the direction of architect Alfredo d'Andrade, which were later completed, after his death, by his son Ruy d'Andrade. Several years ago, the castle was turned into a hotel-restaurant and Convention Center.

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giada ilaria demitry (10 months ago)
I don't know about the restaurant or hotel, I'm judging the structure from the outside. Sadly, it's a little neglected, lots of trash ruining this historical landmark. Can't even blame the city because it's private property. Well, if it were my property, I'd keep it a little cleaner.

Nicoleta Dajbog (12 months ago)
We reserved a table at the restaurant for our dinner. We were so impressed with the castle, from the entrance to the table. We were just sorry we didn’t have with us a suitable outfit ?. The service was very professional and the food was very very good. The only thing that I would change, it’s the timing between dishes (I think it’s a bit too long). Keep in mind that the prices are in the high range but it deserves every penny.

william softly (13 months ago)
We just had lunch on a Sunday a little pricey but was amazing to be in a castle and the food vegetarian for both of us we very good We look forward to visit g for the whole night and dinner breakfast package Again soon It’s like being in a movie set !!! We wanted to stay that night as it’s seemed a perfect way to finish the meal but sadly it was not open The Only thing we think was not in keeping was that there was plastic flowers on the table ?

James Hazel III (2 years ago)
Close your eyes picture a crennulated castle cut into the stone of foothills of the alps rising up to a moonlit sky as clouds sailed past. Grand rooms attentive staff wonderful food and wine. It's just a fantasy come true. I am woefully under stating the charm.

Yiannis Tsiounis (2 years ago)
I’m sorry the air conditioning is broken. How about changing our room? (We came off season, we were the only guests). All the air conditions are broken. Really? In ALL 20 rooms that have independent units? Shame on you! You call that service?! And of course they haven’t bothered to open and air the room - hot, bar stench permeating.

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