Bob and Jenny's Bed & Breakfast in Vicenza Italy

Medieval walled city of Cittadella Italy

Cittadella

Built in the 13th century, the medieval walled city of Cittadella near Vicenza in northern Italy is a fortress town. Brick walls, four gates, and many towers and turrets surround this charming little city. Thanks to careful restoration there is a parapet walkway around the perimeter of the city. Once leaving the parapet at the Porta Padova gate you may also take a tour of the medieval tower (Torre di Malta) & the Archaeological Museum.

Within the walls you'll find the Duomo, with frescoes & fabulous altarpieces. Next door is the cathedral museum with a good collection of religious shrines and furnishings. Just outside the walls is the oldest church in Cittadella, also with lovely frescoes, called the Chiesa di San Donato. Just a half hour from Vicenza, Cittadella & Castelfranco make for good day trips.

Medieval walled city of Cittadella near Vicenza