The fortress above Pontremoli, home to the Statue Stele museum: the major heritage outing from Guinadi.
Why go
Castello del Piagnaro is Pontremoli’s strong silhouette. From its heights, the strategic position of the town becomes clear: Lunigiana lies at the meeting point of routes and valleys. The visit is a natural complement to a stay in Guinadi: after the hamlet’s small-scale heritage, it gives the territory its historical scale.
Why go
The castle houses the Museo delle Statue Stele Lunigianesi, dedicated to the mysterious prehistoric stone statues found across the region. These anonymous figures, somewhere between archaeology and enigma, are one of Lunigiana’s cultural signatures. Add the castle rooms and the view over Pontremoli’s roofs: it easily fills half a day.
Plan it
Go down to Pontremoli first, then walk or drive up to the castle depending on your energy. Opening hours and visiting conditions change: check the official website before leaving.
Where is Castello del Piagnaro ?
A map to place the site and prepare the final part of the journey from Guinadi.
How to get there from Guinadi
About 20–25 min from Guinadi via Pontremoli.
Pontremoli has a railway station; continue uphill on foot or by car.
The right check
Official Visit Pontremoli website and OpenStreetMap.