Forte Campolongo, Military fort in Rotzo, Italy
Forte Campolongo is a fortified structure located at the summit of the Campolongo peak in the Vicenza Pre-Alps. It features four 149mm gun turrets and thick armor plating, with interior spaces fitted with informative panels about its construction and defensive design.
The fort was constructed between 1912 and 1914 as part of the military defense line in this region. During the First World War, it suffered severe damage in 1916 and fell under enemy control for a period.
The fort is part of the First World War Ecomuseum network in the Vicenza Pre-Alps and shows how military positions were crucial for defending this mountain region. The structure tells the story of what this area endured during wartime.
Access to the fort is free, and visitors can explore the interior spaces to learn about its construction and military purpose. Sturdy footwear is advisable because of the hilltop location and uneven ground conditions throughout the site.
A striking feature of the fort is a tunnel carved into solid rock that leads to strategic observation points. From these vantage points, visitors can see across the Assa Valley and the surrounding landscape.
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