Bargiglio Tower

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At a glance

Region: Tuscany
Province: Lucca (LU)
Town: Borgo a Mozzano

The Torre del Bargiglio is a medieval tower on Monte Bargiglio, in the hamlet of Cune, in Borgo a Mozzano (Lucca), in the upper Serchio valley.

History

According to Wikipedia the tower was built in the Middle Ages as a lookout and control point over the territory, including the important road that ran lower down, and to protect, if necessary, the small community of nearby farmhouses. Precise dates and patron: to be confirmed.

What to see / Layout

Isolated tower structure; dimensions and state of conservation: to be confirmed.

Where it is

Monte Bargiglio, hamlet of Cune (not far from Oneta, at about 650 m above sea level), municipality of Borgo a Mozzano (LU), Tuscany.

Practical information

Tickets and where to buy them

Ticket information: to be confirmed. No paid admission is documented in the sources consulted; ask the Municipality.

Opening days and hours

Opening days and hours: to be confirmed.

Where to eat

In the nearest town you will find restaurants, trattorias and cafés; for up-to-date advice ask the tourist office or the Municipality. Specific recommendations: to be confirmed.

Parking and services

Parking and services: to be confirmed. It is generally best to leave the car in the village and continue on foot.

Accessibility and other information

The place is reached in the mountains with stretches on foot: accessibility and signage to be confirmed.

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 – Borgo a Mozzano