Castello di Montecchio, Medieval castle ruins in Darfo Boario Terme, Italy
The stone fortress stands on an elevated sandstone hill overlooking the Oglio River, commanding views across the lower Val Camonica valley.
Built in the 13th century for valley control, the castle remained a strategic stronghold until its destruction by Venetian forces between 1427 and 1455.
The castle site contains prehistoric rock carvings, indicating human presence in the area long before the medieval fortification was constructed.
Visitors can access the remaining tower base and vaulted underground chamber, which contains traces of original frescoes from the medieval period.
A document from May 21, 1200 records an agreement between Montecchio lords and local residents about sharing islands created by river flooding.
Location: Darfo Boario Terme
Address: Vicolo della Foresta 8
GPS coordinates: 45.88859,10.19386
Latest update: March 15, 2025 13:09
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