Castles, towers, bell towers
Scandiano
Boiardo Fortress
The stronghold, first core of the town, was the symbol of political power in Scandiano for eight centuries. The complex includes medieval, Renaissance, and Baroque structures. It is now closed for restoration.
Civic Tower or Clock Tower
Originally it was the entry gate to the old residential district, commissioned by Feltrino Boiardo in the first half of the XV century.
Arceto Castle
The castle is mentioned for the first time in a Nonantola charter of 883. It was then given to the Bishops of Reggio Emilia by Emperor Otto I in a charter of 962.
Dondena Bagnoli Castle
The castle was built in the second half of the 19th century and reflects the updated neo-medieval style which was popular at that time. It is privately owned and can be viewed from the outside.
Torricella Castle
On the hills of Ventoso, a few miles from Scandiano, the Torricella was built after 1335, by the family Da Fogliano. (privatly owned)
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