Fortezza di
Montecarlo
55015 Montecarlo LU
Visit
FORTRESS AND GARDEN
Hours and admission
Saturday, Sunday and holidays 10-12.30 am | 3.30-4.00 pm
for mid-week visits, please contact the Fortress
Groups by appointment
| Intero | Ridotto | Scuole | Gruppi | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fortress + Garden | € 5,00 | € 3,00 | ||
| Reduced price: Seniors over 65 anni Free: children 12 and under Groups: min. 10 people |
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To enhance your visit
Brochure: IT-EN-FR-DE
Guided tour: IT-EN-FR
History
Ramparts, towers, loopholes, walkways, massive wooden doors and machicolations... Between the thirteenth and the sixteenth centuries the Rocca del Cerruglio - the fortress’ ancient name - witnessed many battles and enjoyed the presence of many well known historical figures such as John and his son Charles IV of Bohemia and Castruccio Castracani. A military building it may well have been at its origins, but the high walls of the fortress also serve to protect a beautiful Italian garden with a plethora of orange and lemon trees, ancient roses and acanthus. Now a manor house - converted from the original military stronghold during the eighteenth century - the Fortezza is a lovingly restored and passionately maintained centrepiece of Tuscan heritage.
