Castello di Rubbia

Castello di Rubbia is a fortress in Savogna d'Isonzo with a square layout and four corner towers, positioned where the Isonzo and Vipacco rivers meet. The structure rises at a strategic location near Gorizia, commanding views of both waterways and the surrounding valleys.

The fortress was built between the 15th and 16th centuries and initially belonged to the Counts della Torre-Valsassina before passing to the Coronini family in the 16th century. The site suggests earlier fortifications that gave this strategic location importance long before.

The castle entrance displays a bust honoring Protestant preacher Primož Trubar, who stayed at Rubbia in 1563 during his religious work. His presence here connects the fortress to the Reformation movement that shaped Central European history.

The castle is privately owned and opens to visitors only on special occasions, such as the FAI open days held in spring. Visitors should check in advance for current opening opportunities, as regular visits are not always possible.

Roman construction techniques are visible in some of the tower stones, suggesting an even older fortification once stood at this river crossing. This layered history reveals how long this location served as a defensive point.

Location: Savogna d'Isonzo

Address: Via Primoz Trubar, 22

GPS coordinates: 45.89694,13.56940

Latest update: December 9, 2025 20:24