Ascent to the Tower of the Castle of Rosazza
A special day at the castle in the 'village of mystery', in the heart of the Cervo Valley
About Ascent to the Tower of Rosazza
An event that opens the doors to the village of mystery
The Ascent to the Tower of the Castle of Rosazza is one of the most anticipated and unique events in the calendar of Rosazza, a tiny municipality in the Cervo Valley in the province of Biella, in the heart of Piedmont. The event celebrates the anniversary of the village being awarded the prestigious Borghi più belli d'Italia flag and offers a rare and precious opportunity: to visit the castle tower, a residence that is usually privately owned and not open to the public.
The Castle and its tower
The Castle of Rosazza was built between 1883 and 1899 by Senator Federico Rosazza Pistolet, based on designs by architect Giuseppe Maffei, as a summer residence rich in symbolic references. Built with local syenite, the building is dominated by a tower with herringbone masonry, crowned by Guelph battlements. An internal staircase of about one hundred steps leads to the top, which offers an unforgettable view of the village and the entire Cervo Valley. It is no coincidence that Rosazza is nicknamed the 'village of mystery' due to the numerous esoteric and symbolic references scattered throughout its architecture.
Historical re-enactment and local flavors
The day is more than just a visit: visitors are welcomed by the Viaggio nell'Ottocento (Journey into the 19th Century) Historical Group, with performers in philologically accurate period costumes—noblewomen in crinoline, gentlemen in top hats and tailcoats—who bring the gardens and rooms of the castle to life, recreating the atmosphere of the 19th century. The climb up the tower is accompanied by a celebratory toast under the porticoes and a tasting of the food and wine excellence of the Biella area.
A sold-out success
The initiative, promoted by the Municipality of Rosazza and the Pro Loco of Rosazza, has seen a resounding sell-out in recent years, with bookings filling up in just a few hours. It is an experience designed for those who want to discover one of the most fascinating villages in the Biella area, blending history, mountain landscapes, and local traditions. Participation is by reservation only and places are limited: it is advisable to enquire well in advance with the Pro Loco.
Ascent to the Tower of Rosazza — edition 2026
A sold-out day
On Saturday, May 24, 2026, the Castle of Rosazza exceptionally opened its tower to visitors to celebrate the 4th anniversary of the village's inclusion among the 'Borghi più belli d'Italia'. The event recorded a resounding sell-out, with 148 bookings and approximately 150 total visitors: the time slots were exhausted quickly, down to the last available slot between 1:00 PM and 2:00 PM.
Accompanying the climb up the tower's one hundred steps were the performers of the Viaggio nell'Ottocento Historical Group, in carefully researched period costumes, who brought the gardens and rooms of the castle to life. The day concluded with a celebratory toast under the porticoes and a tasting of the food and wine excellence of the Biella area.
Programme Ascent to the Tower of Rosazza 2026
Saturday, May 24, 2026
- Guided ascent to the Castle Tower (one hundred steps to the panoramic view over the Cervo Valley), by reservation with time slots
- Historical re-enactment with the Viaggio nell'Ottocento Historical Group: performers in period costumes in the gardens and rooms of the castle
- Celebratory toast under the castle porticoes
- Tasting of local food and wine delicacies from the Biella area
The times were organized in allocated access slots; the last availability was exhausted in the 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM slot.
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Practical information — Ascent to the Tower of Rosazza
Where it takes place
The event is held at the Castle of Rosazza, in the center of the village, in the province of Biella (Cervo Valley).
How to get there
Rosazza can be reached by car from Biella by travelling up the Cervo Valley along the provincial road; the village is about 25 km from the provincial capital. Parking is limited near the center.
Reservations
The ascent to the tower is limited in number and by reservation only, with places filling up quickly. For information and reservations, please contact the Pro Loco of Rosazza (Via Roma 6, 13815 Rosazza, tel. +39 339 6303460).
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