Palazzo Reale

Palazzo Reale in Corteolona was a royal residence, of which only foundations and individual architectural elements remain today. The site contains Roman marble columns and red granite elements worked into the structure of the preserved building remains.

A Lombard king had this palace built in 729 as a summer residence and made it the seat of rule in this region. It was later used by subsequent Italian monarchs as well.

This location served as a stage for significant medieval events and shows through its remains the link between power and Lombardic architecture. The stonework offers clues to the artistic skills of that period.

The ruins are located north of where two rivers meet, in an area with little developed space. It helps to check accessibility beforehand, as the site can only be visited with limited access today.

Archaeological investigations found stonework here depicting everyday scenes, including one special piece showing an animal and a drinking vessel. These finds show the craftsmanship of medieval sculptors who worked at this location.