Castello Scaligero, Medieval castle in Malcesine, Italy.
Castello Scaligero rises on a limestone rock above Lake Garda, featuring a 31-meter-high tower and multiple courtyards connected by drawbridges.
The Lombards constructed the initial fortress, which the Scaliger family expanded in the 13th century before Venetian control began in 1405.
The castle houses a Natural History Museum with exhibits about Lake Garda and Monte Baldo, displaying local flora, fauna, and geological specimens.
The castle opens daily with varied seasonal hours, offering guided tours through three distinct levels accessible via the Siresina gateway entrance.
The castle served as an inspiration for German writer Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, who sketched its structure during his Italian journey.
Location: Malcesine
Address: Via Castello Scaligero
GPS coordinates: 45.76617,10.80848
Latest update: May 14, 2025 07:27
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