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Avio castle (known as Castello di Avio or Castello di Sabbionara) is one of the most ancient and suggestive fortified monuments in Trentino and it is found to the south of Trentino and a short distance east of Lake Garda.
Passing along the valley of the Adige River there are numerous castles, dating from the time when the valley played an important defensive role and was also an important transit route. This strategic importance dates back to before the ancient Romans and extends through to medieval times.
Many of the ancient castles along the valley are hard to access, but Castello di Avio is accessible, open to the public (only in some periods) and has good views over the Val Lagarina.