Valeggio Castle

Valeggio sul Mincio, Italy

Valeggio Castle, situated on tall spurs overlooking the River Mincio, bears the typical characteristics of a Della Scala castle, even if it was most probably built on a pre-existing structure. The Scaligeri family realised its strategic importance and erected a castle featuring the typical massive walls, square towers, battlemented keep, draw-bridge and passage guarded by a tower which is shorter than the others. The castle, built in the 13th and 14h centuries, was in full use until 1500, after which it was abandoned once it had lost its strategic importance.

References:

Verona Tourism

Address

Via degli Scaligeri, Valeggio sul Mincio, Italy

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Details

Founded: 13th century
Category: Castles and fortifications in Italy

More Information

www.tourism.verona.it

Rating

4.4/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Matthias Frerick (7 months ago)
This ruins of the small castle is nice to go to. However there is not so much to see. The view however is good. You also get a feeling why this spot was so important throughout history. This is where the most important crossing of the river was.

Kathleen Hustad (9 months ago)
You can tour the outside of the castle during regular hours any day of the week. To go inside and climb around on the castle, you must pay and it’s during the weekend and holidays. Great views!

José Luis (12 months ago)
Entrance ticket is 2.5 eur Only cash

Javier GM (2 years ago)
Very beautiful place. Only 2eur to go up. Come and explore the views. Was a Templar settlement.

Paul Heller (2 years ago)
From afar it doesn't look that great. Granted we did no go close or even want to go inside. However I believe it offers great views of the region from the tower.

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