Castello di Ivrea, Medieval castle in Ivrea, Italy
Castello di Ivrea is a medieval fortress with red brick walls that rise above Ivrea's city center. Its rectangular layout features three cylindrical corner towers, though one stands noticeably taller than the others, creating an asymmetrical silhouette.
Amedeo VI of Savoy ordered this fortress built in 1358 to strengthen political and religious control over the area. Over the following centuries, it evolved from a defensive stronghold into a residence and administrative center that reflected the changing powers in the region.
The castle served as a noble residence and later became a prison, showing how the building's role changed with the needs of different eras. Walking through its spaces today, you can sense these different chapters in how the rooms are arranged and preserved.
Visit during daylight hours to fully appreciate the brick details and interior spaces of the fortress. Check current opening hours before your visit, as they vary by season and may change depending on special events or maintenance.
A lightning strike in 1676 damaged one of the main towers, leaving marks that remain visible to this day. This damage explains why the towers appear unequal in height when you look at the fortress from outside.
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