01/08/2025
A stay at Palazzo Buonvisi in Ghivizanno Castle, is a trip back in time!
Under the rule of Paolo Guinigi, Ghivizzano was one of the castles identified as essential for the defence of the State. It was thus equipped with the necessary provisioning and four sergeants. A few years later, in 1437, the Florentine army seized it again and gave the County of Coreglia to Francesco Sforza, who transformed it into a small potentate. The lord, in 1441, decided to sell the territory to the Republic of Lucca when, on 14th May 1441, the men of Ghivizzano, together with the rest of the Vicariate of Coreglia, swore allegiance to the Elders of Lucca. From then on the castle followed the same fate as the administrative district to which it was subject.
The partial demilitarization of the area, in the second half of the 16th century, led to the transformation of the tower, in which were opened large windows to adapt the building for civil use.
The tunnel, known as Via Sossala, was the medieval tunnel utilized during wartime efforts and operations.
Now, the palace is beautifully restored and a place to experience the magic of the Tuscan countryside in real time!
Exclusive stays at the palace are open for 2026! Click the link in our bio to inquire for more!
