Military shrine of Castel Dante

The military shrine of Castel Dante is a cylindrical structure with a metal dome standing 34 m high on a mountain site overlooking Rovereto in Trentino. The memorial contains an underground crypt and is surrounded by an external square with displayed artillery pieces.

The shrine was inaugurated in 1933 as a resting place for 20,000 Italian and Austro-Hungarian soldiers who died during the First World War. It marks a memorial to one of the deadliest conflicts on Alpine soil.

The site preserves memory of soldiers from multiple nations who fought on the Italian front during the First World War. A bronze Via Crucis by artist G. Castiglioni contributes to the solemn character of the place.

The memorial site sits on a hilltop offering views over the town of Rovereto below. Visitor groups can arrange guided tours by contacting the site in advance.

A central opening in the roof permits natural light to reach the crypt where the bust of Commander Guglielmo Pecori Giraldi is housed. This officer played a key role in defending the area against Austrian forces during the war.

Location: Rovereto

Inception: 1933

Height: 34 m

Address: Via Castel Dante, 7 - Rovereto

Phone: +390464432480

Email: francoburei@virgilio.it

GPS coordinates: 45.87151,11.03440

Latest update: December 8, 2025 21:03