Avio Castle
Sabbionara di Avio, Trento
Donated by Emanuela di Castelbarco Pindemonte Rezzonico, 1977
Avio Castle
The complex is set into the green hillside landscape of the lower Val Lagarina.
(Ph. © Archivio FAI)
The large castle complex, one of the most evocative in the Trentino region, seems to settle into the hill landscape and trace its undulating outlines with impressive walls, five towers, the baronial palace and the imposing keep. The guardhouse, set apart in a green area, is home to an extraordinary cycle of 1300s frescoes with war scenes. Nor is the Hall of Love any less impressive, in the keep, with elegant decorations in the "courtly" style. Famous guests have stayed in this keep: Longobard King Autari, with his wife Teodolinda, Emperors Charles Carlo V and Maximillian Hapsburg.
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Events | Shows, events and animations for adults and children. See the calendar of events. |
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Information | AVIO CASTLE, Sabbionara di Avio (Trento). Ph. & Fax 0464 684453 E-mail: faiavio@fondoambiente.it |
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Opening times | MARCH - SEPTEMBER: 10 am - 6 pm. LAST ENTRANCE: half an hour before evening closing. |
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Travel information | The Castle is situated 32 km south of Trento and 37 km north of Verona. Brennero Motorway (A22), Ala-Avio exit (between Verona and Trento), then follow the signposts to the Castle. By bus: from Trento, stop at Sabbionara of Avio (about 1 km). |
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Entrance ticket | ADULTS: 5.00 €. CHILDREN (4-12 years): 2.50 €. FAI MEMBERS, NATIONAL TRUST MEMBERS & AVIO RESIDENTS: free entrance. Prices may vary if special activities or events are held. |
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Material available to visitors | "Invitation to visit" in Italian, English, French and German |
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Parking | Car parking 450m from the castle, bus parking in the square at Sabbionara. |
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Shop | Bookshop. |
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Bar/Refreshments | "Castle Restaurant/Cafe"(booking suggested in restaurant on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, ph. +39.0464.684299). E-Mail: castellum.ava@virgilio.it |
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Guided visits | Guided visits on prior booking. Group: max 50 people. -Guided tours € 100.00 |
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School specials | Guided school tours (on prior booking). For more details see "FAI for Schools". |
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Receptions | Certain facilities and areas of the castle may be hired for private functions by Benefactors, Corporate Golden Donors and sponsors only. For further information, please contact: |
