Covolo di Butistone, Medieval fortification in Valbrenta, Italy.
The fortress stands at 300 meters altitude within a karst cavity, featuring three distinct levels connected by protected pathways through the mountain rock.
The first documentation dates to 1004 when Emperor Henry II's army captured it during Holy Week in their campaign against King Arduino of Italy.
The name combines Cimbrian words 'bunta' meaning wound and 'stoon' meaning stones, referring to the cave opening in the mountain face.
Visitors access the site from parking on State Road 47 between Cismon del Grappa and Primolano, followed by a 30-minute walk.
The fortress contained an upper castle carved into rock and a lower castle for toll collection, with access through a winch-operated basket system.
Location: Valbrenta
Address: Strada Statale 47 36052 36052
GPS coordinates: 45.94904,11.72581
Latest update: April 3, 2025 06:01
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