Trecchi Castle

Trecchi Castle is a Renaissance fortress in Maleo featuring a squared stone block with two distinct fronts. One side faces the surrounding park while the other overlooks a central courtyard ringed with arcaded galleries.

Documents from the late 10th century reference a fortified site in Maleo connected to noble families of the region. Over following centuries the structure was repeatedly rebuilt and enlarged, especially during the Renaissance, to serve as a grand residential home.

The rooms blend medieval fortress features with Renaissance living spaces, showing how this place changed from a stronghold into a family residence. Walking through, visitors see how the design shifted from military needs to comfort and luxury.

The complex sits within a large estate featuring an English-style garden filled with century-old plane trees, poplars, and weeping willows. Visitors can wander through the parkland and should wear comfortable shoes since the grounds are quite extensive.

A Neptune statue from the 18th century stands in the entrance courtyard, acting as a threshold between the castle and park. This sculpture marks the visual shift from the enclosed defensive walls to the more open garden spaces beyond.

Location: Maleo

Inception: 1532

Address: Via Trecchi, 1

GPS coordinates: 45.16757,9.76632

Latest update: December 9, 2025 20:20