Castello del Valentino, Historic stately home in Turin, Italy
The Castello del Valentino stands along the River Po with four rectangular towers, marble-paved courtyard, and a French-influenced architectural design with Italian porticoes.
In 1564, Emanuele Filiberto acquired the riverside residence called Vallantinum, which later transformed into the current castle under Christine of France's commission in 1620.
The castle houses the Architecture Faculty of Turin Polytechnic University and contains twelve restored rooms displaying 17th-century stuccoes, paintings, and decorated ceilings.
Visitors can access the castle grounds and botanical garden throughout the year, with guided tours available to explore the historical rooms and architectural features.
The castle served as Casa Italia, the headquarters for Italian teams during the 2006 Winter Olympics held in Turin.
Location: Turin
Floors above the ground: 4
Part of: Residences of the Royal House of Savoy
Phone: +390110906655
Email: costanza.roggero@polito.it
Website: https://castellodelvalentino.polito.it
GPS coordinates: 45.05403,7.68687
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:47
Turin sits along the Po River with hills rising on the horizon. The city combines Roman remains, baroque palaces, neoclassical churches and 20th-century buildings. Wide streets cross the center, arcades provide shade and shops line the sidewalks. Parks stretch along the riverbanks while basilicas and viewpoints occupy the hills above. The Mole Antonelliana rises above the rooftops and now houses a museum. Piazza San Carlo and Piazza Castello are large open squares lined with cafés and historic facades. Valentino Park follows the river with paths, gardens and Castello del Valentino. The Palatine Towers show Roman walls, while Palazzo Madama blends medieval and baroque elements. The Royal Theatre and the Cathedral of San Giovanni Battista stand near the narrow lanes of the Quadrilatero Romano, where markets and small shops fill the streets. Via Roma connects shopping districts to Porta Nuova railway station. Mercato di Porta Palazzo is a large market with stalls full of food and everyday goods.
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