Castello di Argine

Castello di Argine is a brick fortress in Bressana Bottarone featuring a square layout with corner towers and a central courtyard surrounded by defensive walls. The structure includes one prominent tower rising above the main building, a smaller tower on the southern side, and an incomplete third tower.

The structure was built during the 14th and 15th centuries as part of the Casteggio feudal holdings under Angelo Simonetta. Control later passed to the Visconti di Modrone family, who held the property through subsequent centuries.

The castle displays typical architectural features of the Po Valley region, including decorative toothed friezes on its towers and walls that remain visible today. These elements reflect the local building traditions that characterize the area.

The original drawbridge has been replaced with a fixed masonry bridge, making access straightforward for visitors today. The spaces between the battlements were adapted into additional rooms, creating a different experience than in its defensive past.

One of the towers remains unfinished without windows or openings, offering a glimpse into the incomplete history of the site. This unfinished tower stands as a silent reminder of moments when construction plans were abandoned before completion.

GPS coordinates: 45.06476,9.13392

Latest update: December 9, 2025 20:28