Scipione Castle, Medieval castle in Salsomaggiore Terme, Italy
The castle stands on a hilltop with fortified walls, cylindrical towers, and an ancient entrance that previously featured a drawbridge system.
Built in 1025 by Adalberto Pallavicino, the castle protected valuable salt wells and served as a key fortress in the Pallavicino State until the 16th century.
The interior contains 15th to 17th-century frescoes, decorated fireplaces bearing the marquis's coat of arms, and ornate coffered ceilings throughout its halls.
Visitors can explore the ancient entrance, Courtyard of Honor, and decorated halls as part of the Castles of the Ducato di Parma circuit.
During World War II, the castle functioned as a concentration camp for foreign prisoners before German forces used it as a deportation processing center.
Location: Salsomaggiore Terme
Inception: 15 century
Address: via Scipione 61 ‒ Scipione Castello ‒ Salsomaggiore Terme (PR)
Website: http://castellodiscipione.it
GPS coordinates: 44.82777,9.96306
Latest update: May 13, 2025 00:02
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