Ruins of the medieval castle Serravalle

The castle ruins stand on a wide rocky ridge between Semione and Lottigna, featuring fortified walls and an outer bailey spanning ninety meters.

The first castle on this site was destroyed in 1176 after Emperor Frederick I Barbarossa's defeat, leading to construction of a second castle in 1220.

The ruins contain the chapel of Santa Maria del Castello, which has maintained religious significance since the 14th century through multiple renovations.

Visitors access the main structure through a narrow path from the outer bailey, though the site remains inaccessible to wheelchair users.

The circular keep features walls two meters thick, yet lacks expected architectural connections to the northern wing and defensive ditches.

Location: Serravalle

Accessibility: Wheelchair inaccessible

Part of: list of cultural properties in Serravalle

Address: Via Serravalle, 6714 Semione 6714 6714

GPS coordinates: 46.41268,8.97278

Latest update: March 8, 2025 18:30