Castle of Pellegrino Parmense

The rectangular castle stands on a hilltop with a quadrangular tower on the east side and walls featuring blocked battlements.

The original fortress construction dates back to 981 when Adalberto di Baden received the marquisate from Emperor Otto II of Saxony.

The interior contains period furniture, ancient service rooms, and a prison cell connected to notable historical events of the region.

The castle remains closed to public visits but serves as an example of medieval military architecture in northern Italy.

Reports of a white lady ghost first spotted in 1827 led authorities to deploy Ducal Dragoons to control crowds of interested visitors.

Location: Pellegrino Parmense

Inception: 17 century

Address: via Careno 36 ‒ Careno ‒ Pellegrino Parmense (PR)

GPS coordinates: 44.72990,9.92442

Latest update: March 6, 2025 09:10