Tapparelli d'Azeglio Castles Guided Tour

On this guided tour of the Tapparelli d'Azeglio Castles, we'll discover a complex of historic buildings on the slopes of Monte Viso.

Tour Description

At the indicated time, we'll meet at the entrance to the Tapparelli d'Azeglio Castles in Lagnasco, consisting of three structures that date back to 1100. This group of fortresses, constructed from the late 11th century to the 18th century, is situated in a notable natural setting at the foot of the Italian Alps.

During the tour, we will explore the castle's history and view the works of art housed within. Notably, in 1560, the castle served as the residence for the court of Emanuele Filiberto of Savoy and Marguerite de Valois.

Key areas include the Hall of the Coats of Arms featuring a large collection, and loggetta delle magiche grottesche, which displays frescoes by Pietro Dolce. We will encounter imaginary and monstrous creatures inspired by the artworks of Hieronymus Bosch.

We will assess the architectural and artistic evolution of the castles while viewing frescoes and works from 17th-century Piedmontese Mannerism.

The visit will last 45 minutes, concluding outside the Tapparelli d'Azeglio Castle complex.