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Castle, Rivarossa (TO)
45°15′01″ N, 7°42′58″ E
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At a glance
- Type
- Castle
- Protection
- Italian national heritage
- Coordinates
- 45°15′01″ N, 7°42′58″ E
- Address
- Via Lessona
History and description
Rivarossa Castle (Italian: Castello di Rivarossa) is a castle located in Rivarossa, Piedmont, Italy.
History
The origins of the castle are not precisely documented, but the existence feudal residence belonging to the Counts of Valperga is recorded as early as 1237. In the 16th century, following the Battle of Volpiano, the structure suffered significant damage. Over the centuries, the building underwent several modifications, including a major restoration in 1825 carried out by the Daziani family, who owned the estate at the time.
Description
The castle retains elements of its original structure, including the defensive perimeter wall on the main façade. On the right side, a casemate is still visible, while beyond the walls stands a tower, on top of which an eclectic-style tribune was later built, creating a scenic belvedere.
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Getting there
BosconeroTrain, nearest
4.1 km as the crow flies
Rivarossa CastleVia Lessona
Aeroporto di Torino7.5 km
Distances are as the crow flies, not walking or driving.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Rivarossa Castle?
Rivarossa Castle is in Rivarossa, in the province of Torino (Piedmont), Italy. Address: Via Lessona. GPS coordinates: 45.25026, 7.71620.
What else is there to see near Rivarossa Castle?
Nearby you’ll find: Fruttuaria (6 km away), Torre dell'Ammiraglio (7.4 km away), Castello di Foglizzo (8.7 km away).
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Updated 28 October 2026. All sources and licences