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Brescia Castle

Brescia Castle, known as the 'Falcon of Italy', is one of Europe's largest fortresses (75,000 sqm). Perched on Cidneo Hill overlooking the city, it houses the Luigi Marzoli Arms Museum, Risorgimento Museum, and Cidnea Observatory. Entry to the park and panoramic views is free.

Practical Information

Prices verified: Jan 15, 2026

Entrance Fee

Free

Park is free. Arms Museum 5€, Risorgimento Museum 5€. Or use Brescia Museums ticket

Best Time to Visit

Sunset for stunning panoramic views of city and mountains. Friday and Saturday nights for observatory

Official Website

Connectivity & Services

Wheelchair access
Partial
Audio guide
Not available
Staff assistance
Not available

Facilities & Services

Restrooms
Cafe
Parking
Viewpoint
Benches
Playground
Hiking trails
Information

Working Hours

Period: Apr 1 — Sep 30
Monday08:00 — 21:00
Tuesday08:00 — 21:00
Wednesday08:00 — 21:00
Thursday08:00 — 21:00
Friday08:00 — 21:00
Saturday08:00 — 21:00
Sunday08:00 — 21:00

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Yes, Cidnea Observatory is Italy's first public observatory. It offers planetarium shows and observation sessions on Friday and Saturday nights. Check their website for reservations and schedules.

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Weather

Average temperature by month

Nowweather15°
60%3 м/с
Todayweather25°12°
Tomorrowweather23°15°
Tueweather18°13°
Wedweather18°14°
Thuweather20°13°
Friweather24°13°
Satweather21°15°
7°
1°Jan
9°
3°Feb
13°
5°Mar
18°
9°Apr
21°
12°May
26°
16°Jun
28°
18°Jul
29°
19°Aug
24°
15°Sep
18°
11°Oct
12°
7°Nov
8°
2°Dec

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