Are you ready to take a leap into the Middle Ages? Imagine Castelfranco Veneto, a city embraced by a mighty defensive wall built at the end of the 12th century. Commissioned by Treviso as a border fortification, this stronghold with a square layout (230 meters per side) has defied the centuries, witnessing the succession of the Ezzelini, the Scaligeri, the Carraresi, and finally the Serenissima.
Despite becoming obsolete due to artillery, the walls remained intact until the 18th century when a small section was demolished to make way for the Cathedral, home to the famous Pala by Giorgione.
Today, its uniqueness lies in the fact that it does not feature a continuous walkway: sections of the walls are incorporated into houses, such as the stunning Casa Barbarella, which houses the Conservatory.
But the magic is accessible: the only one of the four corner towers that can be visited, also known as the Torre del Giorgione, offers a unique view of the city. Climb its hundred steps to access the northeast walkway, about one meter wide, where once two soldiers could run side by side! A recent restoration lasting two years has restored this historical marvel to its former glory, making it a heritage not to be missed.
