Madrignano Castle

Madrignano, Italy

The first mention of the Madrignano Castle dates back tothe imperial diploma of Frederick Barbarossa of 1162, where it was assigned to Obizzo Malaspina.

During the Middle Ages, the village of Madrignano was part of the fief of Caliceal Cornoviglio, until 1400. In 1416 it passed to the Genoese. In 1465, Madrignano and Calice were sold to Tommaso Campofregoso, who in turn sold them to the Marquis Azzone di Mulazzo. Shortly afterwards it passed again to the Republic of Genoa, in exchange for Castevoli. The Marquis of Mulazzo reconquered and kept it, but lost Calice. It was then contested again by the Genoese and the Marquis of Mulazzo, and finally thecastle was part of the territories belonging to the Malaspina for three centuries. It survived the battles that destroyed Lunigiana, but the castle was damaged by an assault between 1705 and 1706, during the battles between the French, the Spanish and the Austrians. The manor was occupied for ten days and its structure was badly damaged. From 1772 the area returned to the Grand Duchy of Tuscany and followed the same destiny.

Even though the castle’s structure dates back a long time, its original architecture was destroyed by the Genoese in 1416, and it was then enlarged and modified. The only evidence of the structure, are the round corner tower and the impressive ruins.The building has recently been strengthened, restored and assigned to the Ligurian Super intendence of Fine Arts and Landscapes.

Today the castle is owned by the municipality and houses the Museum of Ancient Ligurians.

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Founded: 12th century
Category: Castles and fortifications in Italy

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www.museoleduefortezze.it

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Talita Mara Paulino (4 months ago)
Nice view up there. Too bad it was closed and we didn't go in.
marina lertora (6 months ago)
We were there last Sunday. Castle closed, access roads covered in weeds and completely abandoned. A real shame because the place deserves more attention.
astrid desimone (7 months ago)
A really successful renovation. The castle is very pleasant and harmonious and above all it offers a breathtaking view! Reachable via path or panoramic lift
Sandor Nemeth (2 years ago)
It's a nice little castle with an amazing view. You can walk around it and the village next to it is lovely. The road up to the castle is not excellent but doable. And just 1 lane, so be careful.
Chantal Lecomte (4 years ago)
Madrignano castle illuminated. Beautiful picturesque picture.! Highly recommend it !! .
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