Tower of Rossenella, Medieval tower in Canossa, Italy
The Tower of Rossenella stands on a volcanic rock formation, featuring three distinct levels connected by internal passages and strategic observation points.
Built around 1150, the Tower of Rossenella formed part of a defensive network protecting the territories controlled by the powerful Canossa family.
The structure represents medieval military engineering with its cardinal-aligned design that allows sunlight to penetrate through specific openings year-round.
Visitors can reach the tower by following a marked path from the Castle of Rossena, located on Strada Provinciale 54 in the province of Reggio Emilia.
The ground floor of the tower served as a storage area, while the first floor could only be accessed through a retractable staircase for defensive purposes.
Location: Canossa
Inception: 12 century
Address: strada provinciale 54 ‒ Rossena ‒ Canossa (RE) 42026 42026
GPS coordinates: 44.58016,10.42388
Latest update: March 3, 2025 20:58
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