Rocca di Solferino, Military museum and medieval castle in Solferino, Italy
The stone fortress rises 23 meters high on a hilltop, offering views of Lake Garda and the surrounding countryside near Mantua.
Built in 1022, the fortress played a central role during the Battle of Solferino in 1859, when French-Piedmontese forces fought against Austrian troops.
The castle houses exhibits about the battle that inspired Henry Dunant to establish the International Red Cross after witnessing the aftermath.
Visitors can access all sections of the museum through wheelchair-friendly paths, with guided tours available in multiple languages throughout the year.
The museum displays over 1,400 skulls of soldiers who died in the battle, preserved in a dedicated ossuary within the complex.
Location: Solferino
Inception: 1022
Accessibility: Accessible en fauteuil roulant
Website: http://www.solferinoesanmartino.it/solferino/
Website: http://solferinoesanmartino.it/solferino
GPS coordinates: 45.37171,10.56383
Latest update: March 18, 2025 21:10
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