Photo: Sailko, CC BY 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons
At a glance
- Type
- Castle
- Style
- Medieval architecture
- Protection
- Italian national heritage
- Coordinates
- 43°24′48″ N, 11°27′50″ E
About
The Castello di Brolio is a rural castle, palace and gardens located in San Regolo, in the municipality of Gaiole in Chianti, about 20 km NE of Siena, region of Tuscany, Italy.
The palace has belonged to the Ricasoli family for nearly 800 years. The castle was destroyed more than once during the wars between Siena and Florence. It was rebuilt around the year 1500 after destruction by the Sienese army. Now on a pentagonal plinth, rise both the stone castle and larger brick palace built in Gothic Revival style, mainly under the patronage of Baron Bettino Ricasoli, Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Italy, who created the Chianti recipe of 70% Sangiovese, 15% Canaiolo and 15% Malvasia bianca. In 2015, the site was mainly known for its surrounding wine manufacture, and hosts guided tours.
Text from Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia, under CC BY-SA 4.0. Full article: «Castello di Brolio».
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Getting there
Castelnuovo BerardengaTrain, nearest
11.9 km as the crow flies
Castello di Brolio
Distances are as the crow flies, not walking or driving.
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Nearby
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Castello di Brolio?
Castello di Brolio is in Gaiole in Chianti, in the province of Siena (Tuscany), Italy. GPS coordinates: 43.41333, 11.46397.
What are the opening hours of Castello di Brolio?
According to OpenStreetMap the opening hours are: 18 March to 3 October: 10:00–19:00; 4 October to 30 October: 10:00–18:30; 31 October to 8 December: 10:00–17:00. Always check the official website before your visit.
What else is there to see near Castello di Brolio?
Nearby you’ll find: Castello di Cacchiano (3.1 km away), Villa Pagliaia (4.3 km away), Lucignano Castle (4.6 km away).
Sources and licences
Text. Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia (CC BY-SA 4.0).
Data. Wikidata (CC0); opening hours and contacts OpenStreetMap (ODbL).
Photos. Wikimedia Commons, author and licence on every image.
Credits for the 9 photos
- Castello di brolio, edificio padronale 11 — Sailko, CC BY 3.0
- 14th century fortifications leading up to an 18th century palace in Castello di Brolio — Eric Kilby, CC BY-SA 2.0
- Castello di Brolio – Casa d’amministrazione (xilografia) — Unknown author Unknown author, Public domain
- Castello di Brolio – Ingresso (xilografia) — Unknown author Unknown author, Public domain
- Castello di Brolio – Ingresso al cantiere o cassero (xilografia) — Unknown author Unknown author, Public domain
- Castello di Brolio – La cappella (xilografia) — Unknown author Unknown author, Public domain
- Castello di brolio, antica ghiacciaia — Sailko, CC BY 3.0
- Castello di brolio, antica strada lastricata 01 — Sailko, CC BY 3.0
- Castello di brolio, cortile 01 — Sailko, CC BY 3.0
Updated 28 October 2026. All sources and licences