Indeed, the Sforzesco Castle has a lot in common with the Kremlin. And all because the Milanese architects who worked on the project of the Moscow Kremlin took the appearance of the Sforzesco fortress as a model, namely, the shape of the towers and the crown of the battlements crowning the walls are well guessed.

Over the course of seven centuries, the castle changed owners, was destroyed and rebuilt. This is undoubtedly one of the most important attractions of Milan, and along with the famous Duomo, it can act as a kind of calling card of the city.

You can get to the castle by the following public transport:
- metro: branch MM1 Cairoli (Cadorna - Cairoli), branch MM2 Cadorna-Lanza (Cadora - Lanza);
- buses: №18, 37, 50, 58, 61, 94;
-trams: № 1, 2, 4, 12, 14, 19.

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On the walls of the castle you can see various ancient coats of arms. It creates a complete feeling of immersion in medieval times.

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Walls overgrown with vegetation only enhance this effect.

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You can enter the territory of the castle-fortress through the main gate located in the Filarete tower. Its height reaches 71 meters.

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The tower is decorated with a bas-relief of the Italian monarch Umberto I. Also at the top of the first tier are heraldic frescoes and an image of the patron saint of Milan, Saint Ambrose.

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On the second tier you can see the ancient clock “Sun of Justice”.

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You can get to the Filarete Tower from Castle Square (Piazza Castello), built in the 16th century.

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In addition to the main entrance to the Sforzesco Castle, the square is also notable for the beautiful fountain in its center.

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You can enter the castle grounds completely free of charge. You will only have to pay for visiting museums (Museum of Egyptian Antiquities, Historical Museum, Museum of Antique Furniture, Museum of Wooden Sculpture, Museum of Rare Musical Instruments). Entrance to each costs 4 euros, a single ticket costs 15 euros. We decided to just walk around the area.

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The castle is open to visitors daily from 7:00 to 18:00 (in summer until 19:00).

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Filarete Tower from the inside.

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A little bit of history. The Milan Castle was originally built in the 14th century. as the government residence of the Visconti family. However, after the proclamation of the Ambrosian Republic, it was dismantled by a crowd of rebel people. In the middle of the 15th century. was rebuilt by Francesco Sforza. In the second half of the 15th century. Leonardo da Vinci was involved in decorating the castle.

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During the Italian Wars, Lodovico Sforza left Milan, and the French king Louis XII settled in the castle. Under his successor Francis, the castle fell into disrepair; in 1521 The powder warehouse in the Filarete tower was struck by lightning, causing it to explode, after which the tower was dismantled. The Spanish governor Ferrante Gonzaga, having begun to strengthen the city, built the Sforzesco castle in the center of the new Milanese fortifications in the shape of a star. Barracks for 2000 soldiers were organized in the castle.

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During the Revolutionary Wars, Milan was again occupied by the French, who were briefly driven out of the city by A.V. Suvorov in April 1799. After the return of the French, local patriots presented Napoleon with a petition that Castello Sforzesco should share the fate of the Bastille as a symbol of the autocracy they hated. Instead of destroying the castle, Napoleon ordered the creation of a larger square in front of it. In 1833 A significant restoration of the Sforzesco Castle was carried out, also in 1900. The famous Filarete Tower was also restored.

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Quiet and peaceful courtyard.

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Surprisingly, although this is one of the main attractions of Milan, during our visit there were no crowds of tourists, or rather, somehow they did not create any noise and fuss. On the contrary, you could slowly and calmly stroll around the territory, looking at the ancient buildings.

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I can’t say that the Sforza Castle touched me to the core. I definitely don’t want to come back here, but if you’re in Milan, it’s definitely worth a visit to touch the history of the city.

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If you walk from the Filarete tower through the entire territory of the castle, you can go to Sempione Park, created in 1893. The park area is large, locals and tourists love to have a small picnic here on the grass or, for example, go for a run.

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The main decoration of the park is the “Arch of Peace”, created by order of Napoleon in the 19th century. It was conceived as an analogue of the Arc de Triomphe in Paris. They even say that the Arch of Peace and the Arc de Triomphe are located along the same axis.

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In the next post about Milan, we will go on a short tour of the ancient churches of the city. Do not miss! :)

Sforzesco Castle (Castello Sforzesco) in Milan - Photo

(Italian Castello Sforzesco) - fortified residence of the Dukes of the Sforza dynasty in Milan (Italy).

The castle in Milan was first built in the 14th century as the residence of the Visconti family, but was destroyed after the proclamation of the Ambrosian Republic. In the middle of the 15th century, Francesco Sforza restored the castle. In the 16th century, Leonardo da Vinci himself worked on the exterior of the castle. To this day, only a pergola and notes with literary experiments remain of his works.

The appearance of the Sforza Castle was taken as a model by the Milanese architects who built the Kremlin in Moscow, namely: the battlements on the walls, the shape of the towers. The main tower of the fortress (Filarete Tower) was designed by Antonio Filarete, who worked together with Aristotle Fioravanti.

During the Italian Wars, Ludovico Sforza left Milan, and his castle was occupied by the King of France, Louis XII. In 1521, lightning struck the gunpowder magazine located in the Filaret Tower, as a result of which it was resolved. The Spanish governor, Ferrante Gonzaga, decided to fortify the city and built new star-shaped fortifications around the Sforzesco Castle. Barracks for 2 thousand soldiers were located in the palace premises.

During the Revolutionary Wars, Milan was again captured by the French, who were briefly driven out by Suvorov in 1799. After Napoleon came to Milan, local residents presented him with a petition that the Sforza Castle should be destroyed, following the example of the Bastille in France, as a symbol of the hated autocracy. But instead of destroying the castle, Napoleon ordered the construction of a large square in front of it. In 1833, a large-scale restoration of the fortress was organized; during the restoration of 1900, the Filarete Tower was restored.

Now in the Sforza Castle there are several museums: prehistoric, ancient Egypt, dishes, musical instruments. Almost nothing remains of da Vinci's frescoes; the ballroom and portico are much better preserved.

In the fortress you can see Michelangelo's last sculpture - Pieta Rondanini.

The Sforzesco Castle is considered one of the symbols of Milan. The townspeople are proud of this building and the fact that it is located right here, in the historical center of this beautiful and ancient city. However, from the outside, the Sforzesco Castle does not make the proper impression - huge, but rather inconspicuous. So why is it one of the main attractions of Milan for tourists and why is it so loved by the Milanese themselves?

Centuries-old history

The whole secret of the castle’s popularity lies in its centuries-old history. What it has not experienced during its existence: destruction, wars, riots and revolutions - all these historical events have left their mark on the appearance of the castle. He got it from everyone - both from the enemies and from the townspeople themselves.

Initially, the Sforza Castle was intended as a defensive fortress for Milan. Duke Galeazzo II Visconti decided to build a certain castle-fortress back in 1368. However, in 1447, the people of Milan took up arms against the cruel and warlike ruler. The Protestant Ambrosian Republic was created, in which they decided to overthrow Visconti as ruler and completely destroy the Sforza Castle. The invaders used the stones collected from the ruins of the castle to restore the city walls.

Reconstruction of the castle

Later, under Francesco Sforza, the reconstruction of the castle began. After Francesco's death in 1466, his heirs, as well as the architect Bramante and Leonardo da Vinci (whose Museum of Science and Technology is also present in the city), rebuilt the castle into a ducal residence. At the same time, those luxurious interiors of the castle were created, the preserved part of which can still be seen inside the building. Inner courtyards and an elegant square appeared, along the edges of which the works of Filarete and Bramante were lined up in arcades. The palace became the residence of the Dukes of Milan, and Galeazzo and his wife Bona of Savoy soon moved into it.

Over the next decades, Sforza Castle underwent many more dramatic events. For example, in 1521, a lightning strike blew up the gunpowder warehouse in the Filaret tower, and it was dismantled.

Sforza Castle today

Today, Sforza Castle includes several museums:

  • Prehistoric;
  • Museum of Ancient Egypt;
  • Musical instruments;
  • Museum of Crockery and a number of others.

For many art lovers, this amazing landmark of Italy will find works to suit their tastes. For example, works by such artists as Giovanni Bellini and Filippino Lippi are presented here, as well as Michelangelo’s last work, the unfinished sculpture “Pieta Rondanini”.

Tourist information

Sforza Castle address: Piazza Castello, Milan.

Entrance free access to the castle grounds.

Visiting hours of the Sforzesco Castle: 7:00 - 19:30.

Museums of the Sforzesco Castle: 9:00 - 17:30 - from Tuesday to Sunday.

Free entry to museums: every first and third Tuesday of the month from 14.00.

For the convenience of visiting museums, it makes sense to choose a hotel in Milan within walking distance of such popular attractions.

Initially, the Sforza Castle was built by Duke Galeazzo Visconti, a representative of a powerful dynasty that ruled for more than a hundred years. The fortress appeared in the first half of the 14th century, but by the middle of this century the duke had lost his influence, an uprising occurred in the city, and with the beginning of the Ambrosian Republic, the ducal possessions were destroyed by crowds of townspeople.

However, the republic did not last long, and in 1450 Francesco Sforza came to power and began restoring the fortress. He completely rebuilt the family residence, making it even more impregnable, erected reliable fortress walls and high towers, including the famous Filarete Tower. His son Galeazzo continued his father’s work and invited the famous architect Benedetto Ferrini to reconstruct the castle, who built two courtyards.

The next owner, Ludovico Sforza, decided that the building lacked elegance and invited the best Italian craftsmen to decorate it. It was then that frescoes by Leonardo da Vinci appeared here, which, unfortunately, have practically not survived to this day. But this was the end of the period of prosperity of Castello Sforzesco. With the outbreak of the Italian Wars, the Duke went into exile, and Louis XII moved into Sforza Castle.

Both the French king and the Spanish governor who replaced him in this territory required not an elegant secular palace, but a military fortification, so the ballrooms quickly turned into barracks for soldiers. At this time, the Filarete tower was turned into a gunpowder warehouse, and an accidental lightning strike in 1521 provoked a powerful explosion. As a result, the tower was almost completely destroyed.

When the French returned to the city under the leadership of Napoleon, some of the Milanese submitted a petition to the emperor to destroy the Sforza Castle, as a reminder of the ducal rule. Fortunately, Napoleon decided differently - he did not destroy the fortress, but, on the contrary, partially restored it and laid out a beautiful square in front of the entrance. However, a significant part of Castello Sforzesco was still used as a barracks.

After the fall of Napoleon in 1815, the castle was occupied by the Austrians, and for the next few years it was either strengthened or, on the contrary, suffered destruction during the confrontation between Milan and the Austrian army. The year 1859 turned out to be particularly destructive, when the Austrians abandoned the city and the fortress was plundered.

A new round in the history of Castello Sforzesco began with the unification in 1861. It was recognized as an architectural monument and was actively restored as such. Thus, the corner towers of the fortress wall were rebuilt, and in 1900, according to the surviving descriptions, the Filarete Tower was restored. A huge role in recreating the former appearance of the Sforza Castle was played by the architect Luca Beltrami, who led the process, relying on historical documents. Already at the beginning of the 20th century, Castello Sforzesco was opened to the public as a tourist attraction.


Restoration after WWII

With the outbreak of World War II, another difficult period began in the history of the Sforza Castle - in 1943, as a result of bombing, one of the courtyards was damaged, and part of the fortress walls was destroyed. After the end of hostilities, the architectural monument began to be restored, but the process turned out to be long and lasted until 1956. It was important not only to rebuild the walls, but also to recreate the interior decoration with historical accuracy and restore damaged frescoes. However, the Milanese coped with this task - the Sforza Castle once again regained its beauty and grandeur.


Castle today

Today, the grandiose Castello Sforzesco looks as luxurious as in the ancient times of its heyday. The former moat may have long been overgrown with grass, but the four corner towers still protrude powerfully from the walls. The entrance tower of Filarete has also been completely restored, at the top of which the castle clock “Sun of Justice” chimes time - it is installed here in memory of the first owner, Duke Visconti.


After passing through the arched doorway of the tower, you can get to the internal square of the Sforza Castle - Piazza delle Armi (Piazza del Armi). From here, through another fortress gate, there is a path deeper into the castle buildings, to two courtyards: Corte Ducale will be on the right, and Rochetta on the left. During times of uprisings and wars, Rochetta's courtyard was the safest corner of the fortress. As for Corte Ducale, it also bears the name of the Ducal Courtyard, since this is where the Duke’s rooms were once located.

Museums of the Sforzesco Castle

Today, there are several museums inside the towers and other buildings of Castello Sforzesco. There is an Archaeological Museum with a collection of exhibits from prehistoric times, an Egyptian Museum with real mummies, and a Museum of Antique Furniture. The art gallery contains paintings by Italian artists of the Renaissance and Rococo eras: Andrea Mantegna, Giovanni Tiepolo and Giovanni Canal (Canaletto), the famous Titian Vecellio and others.

Among the most striking exhibits of the castle are two tombstones made by Italian sculptors of the 14th and 16th centuries, Bonino di Campione and Agostino Busti. Here is also the last work of the great Michelangelo - the unfinished Pieta Rondanini, a statue of the Virgin Mary with the body of Christ in her arms. The master worked on it 6 days before his death, but never finished it.

In the hall delle Asse, located in the Falconieri tower, you can see traces of the work of another Italian genius - frescoes by Leonardo da Vinci have been preserved here. The decoration of this room represents one of two works by Leonardo for the Sforzesco Castle that have survived to this day (the other is the garden pergola). This tower overlooks the Corte Ducale courtyard, and in the buildings of another Rochetta courtyard there is a museum of applied arts and musical instruments. They store exhibits dating back to the Middle Ages.

Underground tunnels

As befits a real ancient fortress, Sforza Castle has a developed network of underground passages. It is known that a significant part of them was built at the time when Ludovico Sforza lived here - the Duke wanted to be able to leave his residence at any time. According to legend, through one of the long tunnels one could go beyond the fortress walls and reach the monastery of Santa Maria della Grazia. Whether this is true or not is now impossible to verify, since the tunnel is destroyed.

The underground network was then expanded by the Spanish invaders. When converting the castle into a military garrison, they paid great attention to secret passages from the fortress, restored old corridors and created new ones. Some of the dungeons are well preserved, and today one of the tunnels is open to visitors - this is Strada Coperta delle Ghirlanda. It runs around the fortress under Sempione Park.

How to get there

Sforzesco Castle is located almost in the center of the city - even without a map you can walk here in 5-10 minutes from the Milan Duomo Cathedral.

The exact address: Piazza Castello, 20121 Milano

    Option 1

    Metro: Take line MM1 or MM2 to Cadorna Triennale station.

    Option 2

    Bus: routes No. 61, 94, 58, 50 to the “Cadorna” stop.

    Option 3

    Bus: routes No. 57 to the Lanza stop.

    Option 4

    Tram: routes No. 1 and 4 to the stop "Cairoli".

    Option 5

    Tram: routes No. 2, 12 and 14 to the “Via Cusani” stop.

Sforza Castle on the map

Attractions around the castle

Sempione Park

If you walk through the entire territory from the castle gate in the Filarete tower, you can get to the nearby Sempione Park. It is very popular with both tourists and Milanese residents, who often come here for a walk or a picnic on the grass. This park was founded back in 1893, and since then it has been a favorite vacation spot for Milanese.

Peace Arch

The main attraction of Sempione Park is the Arch of Peace, installed at the beginning of the 19th century by Napoleon. This majestic structure was founded in 1807, when, inspired by the victory on the Apennine Peninsula, the emperor decided to build something similar to the Parisian Arc de Triomphe in Milan. By the way, it is believed that the Peace Arch is located on the same straight line as its French sister.

Initially, Napoleon planned to make this new building the secret gate of Milan and solemnly enter the city through it. But these plans were not destined to come true - construction had to be frozen after the French left Italy. However, the arch at the Sforzesco Castle was still completed and is now another point of attraction for tourists and a popular place for photos.

The first architect to design the arch was Luigi Cagnona, but he did not live to see the construction completed. After Napoleon's departure, work continued only in 1826 under the leadership of Francesco Londio and Francesco Peverelli. The authors of the sculptures on its top were Sangiorgio (Sestiga of the World) and G. Putti (four goddesses of Victoria).

It is interesting that, according to the first project, the arch in the park near the castle was supposed to glorify the victories of Napoleon, but after his fall, adjustments had to be made. And then a second project was developed - an allegorical panel depicting the expulsion of the French. The Peace Arch received its name in honor of the Congress of Vienna in 1815, where the borders of European states destroyed by the conquests of Napoleon were restored.


Fountain in Piazza Castello

The square in front of the Sforza Castle is decorated with a large fountain, which the Milanese call the “Wedding Cake”. It really does resemble a cake in its shape, but that's not all - it is believed that the fountain makes romantic wishes come true if you throw a coin into it. Maybe that’s why lovers often take photos here.

This landmark has a complicated history. Appearing in the 30s of the 20th century, the fountain did not work for very long - during the Second World War it had to be turned off. Afterwards it was launched again, but during the construction of the metro line it turned out that this is where the Cairoli station should be located. And again the fountain was turned off and dismantled. Due to improper storage, its parts deteriorated, many of them had to be made anew, but in 2000, the “Wedding Cake” finally graced Piazza Castello again.

Excursions

All year round, thematic exhibitions dedicated to the history of one or another of its attractions open in the Sforza Castle. Among them there are also children's tours for visitors 4-11 years old - they include master classes, creative seminars and an educational program presented in a form understandable for children. Special family events are also held annually to celebrate Easter, Christmas, Halloween and other major holidays.

Every weekend at the Sforza Castle there are excursions to the underground tunnels and the upper galleries of the fortress walls. A walk along the battlements from tower to tower allows you to look at the fortress and its surroundings from above, as well as learn about the military history of these places. Dungeons reveal to visitors the secret life of the castle, its hidden passages and traps. However, this tour is only suitable for those who do not suffer from claustrophobia, and in addition, children under 10 years old are not allowed on it.

Numerous excursion bureaus offer, in addition to regular ones, costumed excursions. In these cases, visitors are told about the history of the fortress by Leonardo da Vinci himself or Isabella of Aragon, the wife of one of the Sforza dukes.


Opening hours and entry price

Opening hours:

  • Fortresses - from 07:00 to 19:30;
  • Museums - from 09:00 to 17:30.

In winter, the castle closes to the public an hour earlier. The last visitors to museums are admitted no later than 17:00.

Ticket prices:

  • Adult - 5 euros ( ~352 rub. );
  • Preferential - 3 euros ( ~211 rub. ).

You can also take a single ticket for all museums, which costs 12 euros ( ~845 rub. ) and is valid for 3 days.

Access to the castle grounds on weekdays is completely free for everyone. Payment is charged only for visiting museums located inside the fortress. But you can also enter them for free every Tuesday after 14:00 and on any other day an hour before closing.

Before your visit, check the information at.


The Sforzesco Castle has remained for centuries one of the most significant, most important buildings in Milan. Key moments in the history of the city, its defeats and victories are associated with it. Over many years, the fortress died several times and, like a Phoenix, was reborn to life. Today, its strict, harsh beauty recalls its former power and creates a unique atmosphere of the revived past of Italy.

We recommend choosing comfortable shoes and spending the whole day walking around the castle, visiting all its museums. And if you get tired, you can relax on the benches in the shady Sempione Park or complement your excursion with a visit to the Milan Aquarium. It is located on the outskirts of the park and will surprise you with both its elegant facade and the 26 aquariums located inside with sea and river inhabitants.

About the castle

Castello Sforzesco is located in the village of Vigevano, a suburb of Milan. The castle was built as the residence of the Dukes of the Sforza dynasty in Milan.

This castle is one of the most famous places not only in Italy, but also far beyond its borders. The history of the Sforzesco Castle is full of dramatic events, as is the history of the places where it is located. In essence, Castello Sforzesco is a historical symbol of power in the hands of princes. Only at the beginning of the 20th century the castle began to play a special role in the cultural heritage of Italy.

The castle received its name in honor of Francesco Sforza. It was thanks to his efforts that in 1450 the Sforza Castle became the residence of the dukes. However, by that time, Castello Sforzesco had already been built. The beginning of its construction dates back to the second half of the 13th century, during the reign of Galeazzo II.

Many visitors note the external similarity of the Sforzesco Castle with the Moscow Kremlin. The point here is that the Milanese architects who carried out the design work during the construction of the Kremlin took the appearance of Castello Sforzesco as a basis. The similarity can be seen especially clearly in the shape of the towers and the “crown” edging on the walls. The central building of the castle, the Filarete Tower, was designed by the architect Antonio Filarete. In parallel with the construction work, the castle “came to life”, thanks to the filling of decorative and interior elements. Very little time passed, and Castello Sforzesco became the most luxurious castle in Northern Italy. The most striking periods in the design of the castle were noted during the reign of Louis il Moreau, when famous personalities of the era - Leonardo and Bramante - were involved in the work.

Castello Sforzesco, in all its appearance, is full of grandeur and triumph. The main architectural style is Gothic. The central element of the castle façade is the Filarete Tower, on either side of which there are two cylindrical crenellated towers. The walls of the towers are decorated with shields with the family coats of arms of the Visconti and Sforza. The sides and rear façade of the castle are decorated in the same style. Most of the walls, made of baked brick, are occupied by windows with large brick cornices. The two side towers, Falconiera and Castellana (del Tesoro), are made in the form of square pillars. To the right, from the central part, over a wide moat, there is a bridge that connects the castle buildings with the loggias where the rooms of Louis il Moreau were located.

Historical reference

During its existence, the castle underwent restoration several times. This happened after in 1447, tired of the constant repression and tyranny of the Visconti ruler, the people of Milan took up arms against the warlike ruler and created the Protestant Ambrosian Republic. It was decided to overthrow the Visconti and destroy the Sforza Castle. Most of the buildings of Castello Sforzesco were completely destroyed. The stones that the invaders collected from the ruins of the castle were used to rebuild the old city walls of Milan.

When Francesco Sforza came to power, he decided not only to restore the castle, but also to make it the main attraction of the city, as well as a symbol of the defense of Milan from possible external enemies. To implement his plans, Francesco Sforza convened the best architects and engineers: Giovanni da Milano, Jacopo da Cortona and Marcoleone da Nogarolo.

Francesco Sforza ordered that, ultimately, his luxurious residence would have nothing in common with the old fortress built during the reign of Filippo Maria Visconti.

To complete the construction of the castle, Francesco Sforza even asked the Pope for permission to demolish the old church ("Chiesa del Carmine"), which was located in the area where the castle was being built. However, when, in 1452, the Sforza residence was ready, the castle never became a permanent residence for crowned persons. In one of the cylindrical towers lived archers who guarded the peace of the castle, and some unfortunates, imprisoned in the dungeons of the tower, continued to remain imprisoned. In those years, it was decided to build a high wall around the castle, which would protect the inhabitants from invasions of wild animals coming from the surroundings of Varese, Seprio and Lake Como. Later, Francesco Sforza and Bianca Maria never moved into the castle. In Milan, they preferred to live in the old Arengo Palace, visiting the Sforza during ceremonial receptions.

Chapel
Also, on the territory of the Sforza Castle, in 1473, a chapel was erected - Corte Ducale. The chapel is decorated with frescoes - the work of such famous artists as Bonifacio Bembo, Giacomino Vismara and Stefano Fedeli, whose names are mentioned in some documents that are still kept in the archives. The elegant and luxurious chapel of Corte Ducale hosted the most famous choristers who came to services from different countries.

The restoration of the Castello Sforzesco castle as a historical value began in 1833 under the leadership of the Milanese architect Luca Beltrami. The architect proposed a kind of “philological” restoration based on information from graphic and literary sources stored in archives.

During major historical exhibitions, various collections were organized for the restoration of the castle. As a result, more than 4,000,000 liras were collected. Reconstruction was carried out from 1895 to 1897.

In May 1900, museums of art and archeology were opened on the castle grounds. It was then that visiting the castle became available to everyone. However, during the bombing in August 1943, the castle buildings were seriously damaged. Later, the Sforzesco Castle was again reconstructed and today, when the Castello Sforzesco is completely restored, it represents one of the most interesting and entertaining art centers in Milan.

Nowadays

Currently, several museums are based in the castle: the Museum of Ancient Egypt, the Prehistoric Museum, the Museum of Crockery and Musical Instruments, as well as museums of other subjects.

The interest of art connoisseurs is attracted by the works of famous artists: Correggio and Pontormo, Mantegna, Giovanni Bellini, Filippino Lippi.

Also presented is the “Pieta Rondanini” - an unfinished sculpture - the last of Michelangelo’s works.

Tourist information

Lock
Operating mode:
daily from 7.00 to 18.00 (in winter); from 7.00 to 19.00 (in summer).
Admission is free (except for the castle museums).

Museum
Operating mode:
from Tuesday to Sunday from 9.00 to 17.30 (the ticket office is open until 17.00).
The museum is closed: December 25, January 1, May 1, Easter Day.

Tour cost:
Cost for adults: €3
Cost of a discounted ticket (for municipal employees, students, people over 65 years old) – €1.5
Free entry for children under 18 years old.