Majestic and silent, Brescia Castle watches over the city from the top of Colle Cidneo. For centuries, it has been nicknamed the Falcon of Italy, and not without reason: from up there, it still seems to scan the horizon, proud and vigilant, as if it were guarding secrets that no one has ever truly revealed.

Within its walls lies a labyrinth of stories and mysteries: hidden passages, underground walkways, towers to climb, and drawbridges that seem to want to lead you to another era. Every stone, every turn, hides a clue, a story, a riddle from the past.

The route passes through ancient buildings, secret gardens, unexpected vineyards and parks filled with eloquent silences. A fascinating journey where everything speaks… but only to those who know how to listen. Amid wars, revolutions, lost loves and unexpected rebirths, the Castle is not just to be visited: it is to be explored.

Places visited: Parco della Montagnola, Forte del Soccorso, Piazzale della Locomotiva, Mastio Visconteo, Torre dei Francesi

Meeting point: San Faustino Metro Station, Piazzale Cesare Battisti

Tour duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

All our guided visits are conducted by licensed tour guides.

Please arrive 10 minutes before the start of the tour. The tours start with the utmost punctuality.