Castelleone

Castelleone is a medieval commune in the Province of Cremona comprising several neighborhoods including Cortellona and San Latino. The settlement centers around its parish church, which serves as the main landmark in the local landscape.

Founded in 1188 by the Municipality and Bishop of Cremona, the settlement was established for defensive purposes in the surrounding territory. A significant military victory over Milan in 1213 reinforced its importance in the region.

The parish church dedicated to Saints Philip and James displays detailed terracotta decorations and works by Italian painters such as Giulio Campi. Visitors can explore these art pieces within its simple interior.

The local railway station connects the commune to larger cities via the Treviglio-Cremona rail line. Regular train services make it easy to reach the area from regional centers.

The Archaeological Civic Museum occupies an 18th-century palazzo and displays artifacts spanning from Mesolithic times to the medieval period. The collection tells the story of human settlement across thousands of years at this location.

Location: Province of Cremona

Capital city: Castelleone

Elevation above the sea: 66 m

Shares border with: Cappella Cantone, Fiesco, Gombito, Izano, Madignano, Ripalta Arpina, San Bassano, Soresina, Trigolo, Montodine

Website: http://comune.castelleone.cr.it

GPS coordinates: 45.29579,9.76091

Latest update: December 17, 2025 10:37