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The Top 12 Castles in Sondrio

A visit to a castle — whether you stumble over one during a hike outdoors or walk your way around the grounds with a guide — is always something special, and you’ve got 12

beautiful castles to choose from in Sondrio. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!

Last updated: October 27, 2025

Fraele Towers

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The Fraele towers are signal towers, built in 1391 at a height of 1,930 meters above sea level and mark the border between Valdidentro and Val San Giacomo. They are …

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Ruins of Castello di San Pietro

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It is assumed that the Castle of S. Pietro was mentioned in a peace treaty with Como in 1201. The certain date is that of its conquest in 1376 by …

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Balbiani Palace

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The location is perfect, with a beautiful park behind it.

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Castello Visconteo and Rupe Magna

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The Visconti castle and the nearby Rupe Magna are an attraction worth visiting if you pass through Grosio. You can get there easily from a path that passes through the …

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Teglio Tower

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The Teglio tower is what remains of a medieval castle that had great defensive importance for Valtellina.
Like the adjacent church of Santo Stefano, it is located in a very …

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Castello di Pedenale

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Pedenale castle is part of the Sentiero dei Castelli.
You can get there via steep paths in the woods, which are pleasant but at times you may have to push your bike.

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Castello di Domofole

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The path that starts from Traona to reach Domofole Castle is very dirty currently (June 2024). Furthermore, the area is very famous for being full of ticks so be extremely careful!

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Parco delle Incisioni Rupestri di Grosio and Castles

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The rock carvings park is an area worth visiting to discover the prehistoric and medieval past of Valtellina (guided tours are available) but also just a panoramic point where you …

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Castel Grumello

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Beautiful castle ruins in the vineyards. Lovingly cared for. Restaurant right next door. Attention there are opening times: between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m

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Castles Trail between Grosotto and Tovo

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Very beautiful section of the Castelli path, with very steep and sometimes technical climbs (you may have to push the bike).
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The Top 12 Castles in Sondrio

Fraele Towers

Ruins of Castello di San Pietro

Balbiani Palace

Castello Visconteo and Rupe Magna

Teglio Tower

Castello di Pedenale

Castello di Domofole

Parco delle Incisioni Rupestri di Grosio and Castles

Castel Grumello

Castles Trail between Grosotto and Tovo

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