Sights · Our pick on Lake Como
Forte Montecchio Nord
The First World War
A First World War fortress at Colico, built in 1912–1914, with views over the upper lake.
Our take
- 1912–1914
- Armoured battery
- Views of the upper lake
- Address
- Via alle Torri 8, 23823 Colico
Colico, Lake Como - Phone
- +39 0341 940322
- Website
- fortemontecchionord.it
About Forte Montecchio Nord
Forte Montecchio Nord is at Via alle Torri 8, Colico. Built in a few months between 1912 and 1914, it was one of the great forts of the Frontiera Nord facing Switzerland, placed where five Alpine routes towards Milan converge; in its own words, Europe’s best-preserved First World War fortress. Visits by season: see the official site for times.
Opening hours, prices and seasonal openings change, so please check with Forte Montecchio Nord before you go.
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