Forte Santa Caterina

Forte Santa Caterina is a fort with a symmetrical layout, a central keep, and a system of defensive works in Verona. Dry moats divide different sections of the interior, creating clear zones within the overall structure.

The fort was built in the mid-1800s as part of Verona's first line of defended positions. It was constructed during a period when the city was modernizing its military defenses.

The fortress takes its name from a pre-existing chapel dedicated to Saint Catherine. This religious connection remains visible in how locals refer to the site, blending its sacred origins with its military purpose.

The site is located on Via del Pestrino and is accessible to visitors who want to explore military architecture. Good paths and open spaces allow you to walk around and see the overall layout clearly.

During the 1970s, the site was converted into a motocross track, leaving visible changes that remain today. This unexpected transformation altered parts of the original structure and gives it an unusual history for a military fort.

Location: Verona

Inception: 1850

Architectural style: neoclassicism

Part of: Verona defensive system

Address: Via del Pestrino - 37133 Verona (VE)

GPS coordinates: 45.42203,11.01039

Latest update: December 14, 2025 15:02