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Castello di Monteruzzo

Where
Via Monteruzzo, 1, Castiglione Olona (VA)

For our third stop, we will visit the castle of Monteruzzo, situated on the top of the hill above the village of Castiglione Olona.

It is a building that dates back to the 16th century  and was originally an agricultural residence: it owes its current appearance to extensions that were added during the 1700s and the 1800s, when the two turrets were built and the north wing was extended.

A quick glance is sufficient to identify the typical features of a medieval castle, with the terracotta battlements and the machicolation in full view - although they have been deprived of their former function.

Following a slow and careful restoration, the castle was brought back to life again in 2005, becoming the seat of the Civic Library of Castiglione Olona and reinventing itself as a cultural centre for events, shows and art exhibitions. Don't forget to climb up to the terrace, where you can enjoy a stunning view of the ancient hamlet against the backdrop of the Pre-Alps of Varesotto. 

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Places

Lake Varese: the cycling route and footpath

  • Lakes
Lake Varese: the cycling route and footpath
4.09 km

Lago di Varese

Liberty villas, gardens on the lake, itineraries in the woods. And an islet with stilts from the Neolithic. Discover the Lake of Varese
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Lago di Varese
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Lake Comabbio | Varese Convention & Visitors Bureau

  • Lakes
Lake Comabbio | Varese Convention & Visitors Bureau
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Prehistoric Alpine Stilt Houses

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Palafitte Arco Alpino
6.49 km

Estense Gardens, Villa Mirabello and Civic Archaeological Museum

  • Art & Culture
Estense Gardens, Villa Mirabello and Civic Archaeological Museum
6.71 km

The Gardens of Palazzo Estense

  • Active & Green
The Gardens of Palazzo Estense
6.97 km

Palazzo Estense

  • Art & Culture
Palazzo Estense
6.98 km

Varese: the old town

  • Lifestyle
Varese: the old town
7.15 km

Basilica di San Vittore

Entering the historical core, walking through the streets of the center you'll be enchanted by the vision of the Basilica
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Basilica di San Vittore, Churches of Varese
7.16 km

Ancient mills and rural structures

  • Art & Culture
Ancient mills and rural structures
7.22 km

SHOPPING DISTRICT

  • Lifestyle
SHOPPING DISTRICT
7.22 km

Waterfalls | Varese Convention & Visitors Bureau

  • Active & Green
Cascate Varese
7.22 km

Castello Castiglioni Mantegazza

  • Art & Culture
Castello Castiglioni Mantegazza
7.24 km

Masnago Castle and Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art | Varese Convention & Visitors Bureau

  • Art & Culture
Masnago Castle and Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art | Varese Convention & Visitors Bureau
7.25 km

Collegiata Museum

On the highest hill, the church and the baptistery dating back to the fifteenth century dominate the ancient village of Castiglione Olona
  • Art & Culture
Collegiata Museum, Museums Varese
7.45 km

Castiglione Olona and the Collegiate Church Compound | Varese Convention & Visitors Bureau

  • Art & Culture
Castiglione Olona and the Collegiate Church Compound | Varese Convention & Visitors Bureau
7.45 km

Villa Torelli Mylius

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Villa Torelli Mylius
7.49 km

Villa Menafoglio Litta Panza

Villa Menafolio Litta Panza (VA) is a Mecca for art lovers and tourist who come to visit the contemporary art exhibitions it hosts.
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Villa Menafoglio Litta Panza
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Ville Ponti

An ancient residential complex owned by a Ponti’s family and now an efficient Congress Centre, property of Varese Chamber of Commerce.
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Ville Ponti
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Panza Art Collection

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Panza Art Collection
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Events

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30/09/2023 - 01/10/2023
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The Gran Fondo Tre Valli Varesine On Road Competition
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Cycling: The Carnago Grand Prix

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Italian Open Water Tour: Monate

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Italian Open Water Tour: Monate
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Rowing: International Para-Rowing Regatta

Lido di Gavirate, Varese
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Activities

Bike Tour around the Lakes of Comabbio and Varese

  • Cycle Tourism
Bike Tour around the Lakes of Comabbio and Varese
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English Style Riding Weekend

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Italian cooking class

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Where to sleep

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ALLA CAMELIA

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ERMO COLLE

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FATTORIA GAGGIO

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B&B AL CASTELLO

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HOTEL IL TULIPANO

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BADI FARM SNC

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FATTORIA PASQUÈ

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VILLA BARONI

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STAY HOTEL

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3.19 km

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CAPOLAGO HOTEL

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