Calosso Castle

History

Middle Ages

The castle has marked the history of the village since the Early Middle Ages, although the many interventions due to wars and renovations make the original structure unclear. In 1318 Calosso was involved in the Asti civil war between the Guelph Solaro and the Ghibelline De Castello: the Guelphs destroyed the castrum, which was immediately rebuilt.

The Roero and Savoy

In 1377 the whole fief was bought by the Asti banker Percivalle Roero. At the beginning of the 17th century Calosso was besieged by the Spanish and recovered by the Savoy, also thanks to Captain Catalano Alfieri, who had the castle surrounded by huge palisades. With the Peace of the Pyrenees of 1659 it lost strategic importance and the 16th-century fortress lost its military role.

What to see

The castle occupies the top of the hill; its present form is the result of later interventions and reconstructions. The FAI website dedicated to the «Castle and gardens» of Calosso lists it as a place that can be visited: details and access conditions are to be confirmed.

Where it is

The castle is in Calosso (AT), between the Nizza and Tinella valleys. Exact address and directions: to be confirmed.

Practical information

Tickets and where to buy them

To be confirmed. Check the FAI website to see whether and how the site is open to the public.

Opening days and hours

To be confirmed with the municipality or the managing body.

Where to eat

To be confirmed: in the town and surrounding area, in the Monferrato and Asti hills, there are trattorias and restaurants serving Piedmontese cuisine.

Parking and services

To be confirmed.

Accessibility and other information

To be confirmed. As the castle stands on a hill, access may involve slopes or steps.

Opening hours, prices and services change often: before your visit, call the official number or check the castle’s website. Last checked: November 2026.

Sources: Wikipedia – Calosso. FAI – Castle and gardens, Calosso.