Castel Sismondo

The castle features large square towers with scarp walls that previously emerged from a deep moat, creating a military stronghold in the city center.

Construction of the fortress began in 1437 under Sigismondo Pandolfo Malatesta, with architects including Filippo Brunelleschi contributing to its design until 1454.

The castle contains bronze medals created by Matteo de' Pasti and connects to other historical landmarks through the renewed Piazza Malatesta cultural pathway.

The fortress opens according to municipal museum hours and provides spaces for exhibitions, cultural events, and civil wedding ceremonies within its historic walls.

The castle maintained its original defensive towers oriented toward the city instead of outward, demonstrating an unconventional military architecture approach.

Location: Rimini

Inception: 17 century

Architects: Matteo Nuti, Cristoforo Foschi, Filippo Brunelleschi

Architectural style: Renaissance architecture

Address: piazza Malatesta, 12-13 ‒ 47921 Rimini (RN)

GPS coordinates: 44.05970,12.56383

Latest update: May 11, 2025 11:39