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Emilia-Romagna · Castle
Castello del Capitano delle Artiglierie
Renaissance Medici castle with a private park, in the fortified town of Terra del Sole, Emilia-Romagna
5.02 reviewsOn requestStarting from
Up to 150Guestsseated for dinner
5Bedroomssleeps 15 on site
9 kmNearest airportin a straight line, Forlì Luigi Ridolfi. The venue states about 15 minutes by car
Castello del Capitano delle Artiglierie is a Medici castle of 1564 in Terra del Sole, hosting one wedding a day for up to 150 guests, with a one-hectare park and five suites.
Castello del Capitano delle Artiglierie stands in the fortified town of Terra del Sole in Emilia-Romagna, built in 1564 as a Medici fortress by order of Cosimo I. Its original character survives in painted wooden ceilings, former guard galleries and frescoes, recovered in a restoration between 2009 and 2018, and a one-hectare park surrounds it. The castle is used exclusively, with one wedding a day and up to 150 guests.
Ceremonies, whether civil, symbolic or religious at the church of Santa Reparata 50 metres away, are followed by drinks and a seated dinner in the grounds. The historic halls provide a plan B in bad weather, and Le Chateau Club continues the party late into the night. Five suites sleep up to 15 people, and an in-house wedding planner works with couples from abroad in English.
Castello del Capitano delle Artiglierie
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At a glance
The Essentials
- Where
- Terra del Sole, Emilia-Romagna
- Capacity
- Up to 150 guests
- Stay
- 5 suites, sleeping 15
- Price
- On enquiry
- Exclusive use
- One wedding a day
- Ceremonies
- Civil, symbolic or at the church 50 m away
- Built
- 1564
- Nearest airport
- Forlì, about 15 minutes
A Medici fortress in Terra del Sole
The castle was built in 1564 as a Medici fortress in the fortified town of Terra del Sole, founded by Cosimo I to protect the border between Romagna and Tuscany. It stands above Porta Fiorentina, one of the town's two gates, and a restoration between 2009 and 2018 recovered its frescoes, coffered ceilings and original portals.
Ceremonies in the park
The one-hectare park offers several settings for the vows, from the Cannoniere to the lawn facing the castle. The castle is authorised for legally binding civil weddings, a symbolic ceremony can also be arranged, and the church of Santa Reparata is 50 metres away for a religious service.
Dinner, dancing and a plan B
Dinner is served on the lawn in front of the castle, and guests can move to a buffet drinks reception in another part of the grounds. The Ballroom, the Gallery and the Fireplace Room hold the reception if it rains, and Le Chateau Club, the castle's own club, keeps the party going late.
A wedding to yourselves
The castle hosts one event a day, so couples have the whole property to themselves, with an in-house wedding planner for the planning and the day itself. Five suites sleep up to 15 people, and can be used for getting ready.
The one-hectare park
Several settings for the ceremony and the reception, from the Cannoniere to the park facing the castle.
The loggia
A brick loggia in the park that frames an outdoor ceremony.
The historic halls
The Ballroom, the Gallery and the Fireplace Room hold the reception and the weather back-up plan.
Le Chateau Club
The castle's own club, where the party continues into the small hours.
The castle courtyard
A tower and courtyard from the castle's Medici days, with the hills of Romagna beyond.
Painted ceilings
Painted coffered ceilings and frescoes recovered in the restoration between 2009 and 2018.
Accommodation
Rooms and suites
Suite Caterina Sforza
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Two adjoining rooms with a fireplace, a frescoed sitting area and a vintage bathtub, beside the castle's rampart walkway.
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Suite Cosimo I
Suite
A four-poster bed beneath wooden beams and a spacious whirlpool bathtub.
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Suite Famiglia Medici
Suite
The family suite, with period furniture, gilded mirrors and a freestanding bathtub by the window overlooking the countryside.
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Suite Lorenzo il Magnifico
Suite
A first-floor suite in sage-green tones, with period built-in wardrobes and a vintage bathtub at the foot of the bed.
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Exclusive use and buyout
The whole of Castello del Capitano delle Artiglierie, to yourselves
The whole castle, park and five suites for a single wedding each day.
- Rooms
- 5 rooms and suites
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Location
Emilia-Romagna
Forlì Luigi Ridolfi (FRL)about 15 minutes by car (stated by the venue) · 9 km in a straight line
Bologna Guglielmo Marconi (BLQ)about 50 minutes by car (stated by the venue) · 66 km in a straight line
Castello del Capitano delle Artiglierie
Via Felice Cavallotti 4, Terra del Sole, Castrocaro Terme e Terra del Sole (FC) 47011, Italy
Parking. Parking for 80 cars is available within the castle walls.
Things to do nearby
- Terra del Sole
- Church of Santa Reparata
- Castrocaro Terme
- Brisighella
- Cesenatico
Getting there
- Forlì Luigi Ridolfi (FRL)
- Bologna Guglielmo Marconi (BLQ)
Nearest station
Forlì station is the nearest main station, with a taxi or transfer to the castle on request.
Reviews
What guests say
5.0 2 reviews
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A fairy-tale venue
Cristina and Marco said the venue was like a fairy tale, with spacious indoor and outdoor areas cared for down to the smallest detail by owner Cesare and his partner Michelle. They valued the rooms for staying overnight with friends and family and for getting ready, the indoor dance floor, and the chance to do their photoshoot on site without disappearing from their own party.
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Frequently asked questions
Castello del Capitano delle Artiglierie
Where is the castle?
In Terra del Sole, Via Felice Cavallotti 4, 47011, in Emilia-Romagna between Romagna and Tuscany.
How many guests can it host?
Weddings of up to 150 guests, with the layout planned around the numbers.
How many weddings are held each day?
Only one, so the spaces, timing and staff are not shared with any other event.
Can guests stay overnight?
Yes. The five suites sleep up to 15 people in total, and breakfast is served in the Ball Room.
Can the civil ceremony take place at the castle?
Yes. The castle is authorised for legally binding civil weddings, and a symbolic ceremony can be arranged. The church of Santa Reparata is 50 metres away for a religious ceremony.
Does the castle work with international couples?
Yes. Many couples come from abroad, and the in-house wedding planner works in English and helps with local suppliers and practical details.
What happens if it rains?
The indoor spaces allow the event to be moved under cover, with a plan B agreed in advance.
How do guests get there?
By car from the A14, Forlì exit, 15 km and about 20 minutes. Forlì airport (FRL), the closest, is about 15 minutes away by car. Bologna Guglielmo Marconi (BLQ), about 50 minutes away, is the castle's recommended airport for international guests, with much better connections.
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