Monleone Fortress, Medieval fortress in Moneglia, Italy
The fortress stands on western slopes of Moneglia, featuring stone walls that extend along the hillside overlooking the Mediterranean Sea.
Constructed in 1173 under consul Ingone di Flessa, the fortress withstood a major siege by Count Obizzo Malaspina with 3000 infantry and 150 cavalry in 1174.
The original defensive structure now contains an early 20th-century castle designed by architect Venceslao Borzani, following the architectural style of Mackenzie Castle.
The fortress remains under private ownership and current access restrictions prevent public visits to the internal areas of the historical complex.
During the 1174 siege, the Genoese forces not only defended the fortress but also recaptured the nearby local castle from the Da Passano family.
Location: Moneglia
Inception: 1173
Address: Via Venino, 12, Moneglia (GE) 16030 16030
GPS coordinates: 44.24072,9.48578
Latest update: March 6, 2025 17:10
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