Gallerie Estensi - Palazzo Ducale di Sassuolo

The current appearance of the building took shape in 1634 when the ancient and massive castle was transformed into a ducal residence, a prestigious place used during the summer and as the official representative office of the court. The commissioning of the reconstruction and decoration of it was given to the Duke Francesco I d'Este. The Palace, also called “Delizia” due to its embellished architecture with fountains and green surroundings, the beautiful décor of the rooms and the successful position in the wide valley of the Secchia, it is a true jewel of the Baroque culture of Northern Italy.

 Timetable details (1):

• 2 January-25 March and 6 November-30 December 2018: Tuesday-Sunday only groups with reservation;

• 27 March-4 November 2018: Tuesday-Sunday 10.00-13.00 and 15.00-19.00 (Tuesday-Friday with accompained tours, Saturday, Sunday and Holidays without accompained tours);

• First Sundays: 6 January 14.00-19.00; 4 February and 4 March 10.00-18.00; first Sundays April-November 10.00-13.00 and 15.00-19.00, 2 December 10.00-18.00.

Ticket office closes one hour before closing tome.