Torre Ratti Castle

Borghetto di Borbera, Italy

Torre Ratti Castle existed already around the year 1000, but it was first time documented in 1413. The current late Renaissance and Baroque style appearance dates from restorations made in the 16th-17th centuries. The tower was erected in 1629.

Address

Via Umberto I 13, Borghetto di Borbera, Italy

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Details

Founded: 16th century
Category: Castles and fortifications in Italy

Rating

4.1/5 (based on Google user reviews)

User Reviews

Dante Paolo Ferraris (3 years ago)
beautiful historical site, all to be discovered

sinovembre (4 years ago)
A walk in these forgotten places.

Ferdinando Poggi (6 years ago)
Very beautiful and evocative place ... the museum of recycling inside is original and instructive. To be seen...

Giovanni agricolo (8 years ago)
Great castle with a beautiful park around a place that inspires a lot of serenity

Maria Muro (8 years ago)
The museum of toys made from recycled material is fabulous !!

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