Impossible not to be conquered by the beauty of the Castello Visconteo in Pavia. The stronghold is immersed in a park and represents an imposing medieval fortress in the heart of a city. Despite its grandeur, it is harmonious and luminous. The interior can only be visited in the afternoon, but the courtyard is very beautiful and the museums are interesting.

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October 26, 2021

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The Castello Visconteo was built in 1360 by Galeazzo II Visconti. Today the city museum is housed in the castle.

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This imposing brick castle was built between 1360 and 1365 by order of Galeazzo Visconti and served as a fortification and residence. The north wing of the castle was destroyed at the battle of Pavia (1525) between the French and the Spanish. Petrarch loved the building and assembled a rich library there, which later moved to France. The large courtyard has arcades and an ornate loggia with twin windows.

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2. Visconti Castle, Pavia – Bereguardo Pontoon Bridge loop from San Martino Siccomario-Cava Manara

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3. Medieval Towers of Pavia – Via Francigena Near Pavia loop from Pavia

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Elevation 120 m

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