Solferino — Ossario e Torre
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Viewpoint·Easy·Scenic·Hidden gem

Solferino — Ossario e Torre

Lombardy

The hill of Solferino, site of one of the largest battles fought in Europe up to that point, holds a memorial tower with a wide view over the surrounding Lombard countryside and an ossuary chapel displaying the remains of thousands of soldiers. The open hillside grounds are quiet and largely undeveloped today.

Duration
1–2 hours
Distance
3 km
Elevation
+100 m
Best season
Year-round

Parking · Free

Free parking at the base of the hill in Solferino.

Water

Fountain in the town.

Highlights

  • Site of the pivotal 1859 Battle of Solferino
  • Memorial tower and ossuary chapel
  • Wide view over the Lombard plain

With your dog

Leashed dogs welcome on the hill grounds around the tower and ossuary.

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