Castello di Introd
Castello di Introd, Medieval castle in Introd, Italy.
Castello di Introd sits on a rocky outcrop between two river gorges and has a pentagon-shaped design with thick stone walls. The structure combines an older central tower with later additions arranged around a central courtyard.
The building began as a simple defensive tower in the 12th century and was extensively redesigned around 1260 by Pierre Sarriod. This transformation created the distinctive pentagon shape that defines the structure today.
The castle displays traditional mountain building techniques through its wooden storage structures and carved door frames throughout the interior spaces. These construction details reflect how families adapted their homes to the Alpine environment.
The castle opens to visitors during summer months, allowing access to the lower level and surrounding gardens. Guided tours provide the best way to see the interior spaces and learn about the site's history.
A major fire in the 19th century caused extensive damage to the structure, requiring significant restoration work. Architect Chevalley oversaw this reconstruction and managed to preserve original medieval elements while reinforcing the building.
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