Rocca Castle

Riva del Garda, Italy

Rocca, a medieval castle with quadrangular bastions bounded by a canal with drawbridge, was built in 1124. It was the fortress of the noble family Scaligeri, who became the Lords of Verona. It was rebuilt several times and it was used by the Austrians as barracks in the 18th century. It is frequently the seat of cultural activities, especially during the summer months. It hosts the Civic Museum and of the Picture Gallery.

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Address

Via Giardini di Porta Orientale, Riva del Garda, Italy

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Founded: 1124
Category: Castles and fortifications in Italy

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User Reviews

pompei rebrean (3 years ago)
In the navel of the fair.

nicola paggetta (6 years ago)

Nicola Artusi (7 years ago)
Bellissimi appartamenti in mansarda su stabile ristrutturato, nuovi, puliti e attrezzati di tutto, situati proprio nel punto di partenza per visitare Riva del Garda!!! Parcheggio interrato a pochi metri incluso nel prezzo! Ricordarsi di farsi fare documento di transito per il centro dai titolari del ristorante Villa Aranci, dove dovete fare il check-in, i dipendenti poi vi accompagneranno all'appartamento!!!

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