Castelvecchio Museum is Verona’s most important civic museum, housed inside the imposing medieval fortress built by Cangrande II della Scala between 1354 and 1356. Overlooking the Adige River, the castle once served as the Scaligeri’s military stronghold and later evolved under Venetian, Napoleonic and Austrian rule, each era leaving its mark on the structureaudiala.com. Since 1926, it has been home to the city’s art collections, displaying masterpieces of medieval sculpture, Gothic and Renaissance painting, ancient weapons and decorative arts. The museum is celebrated for Carlo Scarpa’s twentieth‑century architectural intervention, which created a refined dialogue between historic stonework and modern design. Today, Castelvecchio offers visitors an atmospheric journey through Verona’s artistic heritage, framed by battlements, towers and the iconic fortified bridge that remains one of the city’s most recognisable landmarks.
Verona ItalyCastelvecchio Museum is located at Corso Castelvecchio 2, on the banks of the Adige River in Verona's historic centre. The imposing 14th-century Scaliger fortress connects directly to Ponte Scaligero, offering scenic river views and access to the old city walls. Nearby highlights include Piazza Bra and the Arena di Verona to the east, Arco dei Gavi archway, and lively Corso Porta Nuova with shops and cafés just a short stroll away.
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