Castello di Montorio

Castello di Montorio is a castle on a hilltop in the Montorio area of Verona with nine towers, including a roughly 30-meter central tower, offering views across the plains and valleys below. The structure combines medieval walls with later defensive additions built during different periods.

Emperor Otto III donated the castle to the Archbishop of Verona in 995, establishing its early importance. Austrian forces later transformed it in the 1800s into a modern fortress equipped to hold numerous cannons.

The castle houses an ecomuseum that tells the story of the Dorsale della Preafita region through archaeological finds and local objects. Visitors can explore how people shaped this area over time.

The castle is located at Via Castello di Montorio 10 and requires advance booking for weekday visits, though weekend access is more flexible. Check ahead if you want to see specific areas or temporary exhibitions.

The castle contains traces of Roman settlement and earlier fortifications that reveal the long human history of the hilltop. These archaeological remains are visible in the museum collection and show how important this location was across different eras.

Location: Verona

Part of: Verona defensive system

GPS coordinates: 45.45589,11.05323

Latest update: December 8, 2025 21:06