Baradello Castle
222 Votes Currently Open- Address: Via Castel Baradello, Como CO, Italy Map
- Timings: 10:00 am - 10:00 pm Details
- Ticket Price: 4 EUR
- Time Required: 02:00 Hrs
- Tags: Castle, Historical Site, Family And Kids
A military fortification overlooking the city of Como, the Baradello Castle is a beautiful structure located on a high hill which is 430 metres above the sea level. Built on the ancient site of Comum Oppidum- the original settlement of Como dating back to 1st millennium BC, it was the last Byzantine stronghold in the area.
Later take over by the Lombards, the castle was restored during the war of Lombard league in 12th century. Various changing empires resulted into multiple restorations and the castle was also used as a prison for legendary rulers. There are many tombs of various rulers within the castle that took over the castle in various periods of history
The tower is the most preserved elements with walls of Byzantine origin; later heightened with Guelph Merlons. The chapel of St. Nicholas, the quadrangular tower are other attractions within the castle.
Baradello Castle Travel Tips
- Guided tours, educational tours and group tours are arranged.
Entrance Ticket Details For Baradello Castle
- Families up to 5 members: 10 euro
- Groups beyond 10 persons: 2 euro person
- Free admission Under 10/ above 65.
- Different guided tours have different entry fee.
Baradello Castle Hours
- Day tours: 10.00 am to 06.00 pm; Last visit at 05.30 pm
- Guided tours from 6 pm to 10 pm; last visit starts 9.30 pm
How to Reach Baradello Castle
- Rented Car and then on Foot.
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- Baradello Castle Address: Via Castel Baradello, Como CO, Italy
- Baradello Castle Timing: 10:00 am - 10:00 pm
- Baradello Castle Price: 4 EUR
- Best time to visit Baradello Castle(preferred time): 04:00 pm - 06:00 pm
- Time required to visit Baradello Castle: 02:00 Hrs
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10.32% of people who visit Como include Baradello Castle in their plan
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222 Times
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3 PM - 4 PM
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38.89% of people start their Baradello Castle visit around 3 PM - 4 PM
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2 Hrs
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People usually take around 2 Hrs to see Baradello Castle
95% of people prefer to travel by car while visiting Baradello Castle
People normally club together Basilica Of Sant'abbondio and Centro Sportivo Casate while planning their visit to Baradello Castle.