4. Tre Castelli di Bellinzona - Bellinzona, Switzerland

4. Three Castles, Defensive Wall and Ramparts of the Medieval Market-Town of Bellinzone

This site is an outstanding example of a late medieval defensive structure guarding a key strategic Alpine pass. It consists of fortifications grouped around the castle of Castelgrande, which stands on a rocky peak looking out over the entire Ticino valley.  running from the castle, a series of fortified walls protect the ancient town and block the passage through the valley. A second castle, Montebello, forms an integral part of the fortifications, while a third one, Sasso Corbaro, stands alone on an isolated rocky promontory. Together, they formed the southern bastion of the alpine valleys.

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