Saint-Pierre Castle, Saint-Pierre, Italy

Located on a rocky crag in Tache, the unmistakeably fairy-tale Saint-Pierre Castle is certainly unique. Its famous four side towers (added in the 19th century) give it an almost Disney-like appearance.

The first records of the castle date from the late 12th century and it is thought that is when the castle was first constructed. Far less grand than it is today, the original castle consisted only of basic walls and two towers.

Over subsequent centuries, the castle had a number of owners including members of the House of Savoy. A family of local nobility purchased the castle in the 17th century and it was that family that expanded the castle into a large fortified residence.

Thereafter, the castle fell into disrepair until its purchase by baron Emanuele Bollati in the 1870s. He renovated the castle and modernised many of its features. It remained in the possession of his family until the 20th century when it was handed over to the town of Saint-Pierre and became the Regional Museum of Natural Science.

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Emanuel Cretu (6 years ago)
temporary closed. reparations started in 29.07.2019. no end time.

Davide Brustia (6 years ago)
Absolutely stunning spot.. I loved it

Simon Whitelock (6 years ago)
Lovely looking building but unfortunately it wasn't open. Check the opening times before visiting as we didn't

Marcello Farinelli (6 years ago)
Beautiful historical place

Jarno Santi (6 years ago)
Very beautiful castle in an amazing environment. The castle is currently closed due to work in progress in order to organize a natural museum inside its rooms. The castle and the museum should open in 2021.

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