The Top 5 Castles around Ronco Sopra Ascona
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 5
beautiful castles to choose from around Ronco Sopra Ascona. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
beautiful castles to choose from around Ronco Sopra Ascona. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
Last updated: November 15, 2025
Visconti Castle
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Of ancient origin, it was conquered in 1342 by the Milanese Visconti family and subsequently expanded. In 1532, after the victory of the Confederates over the Milanese, it was largely …
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Hotel Castello Seeschloss
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The castello was built in the first half of the 13th century and was the residence of the Milanese Noble family de'Ghiriglioni.
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House of Iron
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Built in 1560 according to the wishes of the Uri mercenary leader Peter A Pro, as a military base for the recruitment of mercenaries. The complex includes one massive square-plan …
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San Materno Castle Museum
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The historic San Materno Castle revives, after careful restoration, as a modern space for exhibitions of the municipality of Ascona in all its splendor. Thanks to a happy agreement between …
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Fortezza di Pro
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The historic fortress was built in 1558 by Peter von Pro of Uri as a barracks for his mercenaries and as a warehouse. The building was added to the inventory of cultural assets of the Canton of Ticino in 1997.
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