Looking for an original way to celebrate Halloween in the province of Pavia, with a blend of mystery, history and atmosphere? The perfect place is Dal Verme Castle in Zavattarello, in the heart of the Oltrepò Pavese. This captivating medieval fortress opens its doors for a special evening: a candlelit-style tour in the dark, full of legends and secrets, with a spine-tingling atmosphere that will delight adults and children alike.

On 31 October 2026 the lights go down and the castle is transformed: torch-lit corridors, shadows moving along the ancient walls, stories that carry you back in time. “Halloween at Dal Verme Castle” is designed for those who love to experience history with a touch of magic, full of curiosity, emotion and fun.

A Evening of Mystery, Light and Shadow Among the Oltrepò Pavese Hills

Dal Verme Castle in Zavattarello, one of the landmark sites of the Oltrepò Pavese, opens its doors for Halloween with special guided night tours. It is a chance to discover the charm of this medieval fortress in a very different light, amid evocative rooms, shadows and mystery, set in the hills of the Pavia Apennines.

The initiative is made for anyone who wants to spend Halloween night in an original way, exploring one of the area’s most representative castles and letting themselves be drawn into the atmosphere of the night. Children are welcome too: those who wish to can come in costume and, at the end of the tour, the little ones will receive some sweets.

Guided Tour Times

The night tours of Dal Verme Castle run in three evening time slots, so that visitors can choose the one that suits them best:

• 9:00 pm
• 10:00 pm
• 11:00 pm

It is an opportunity to experience the castle after sunset, when the evocative power of medieval architecture meets the spirit of Halloween.

Prices and Discounts

Admission fees for the event are as follows:

• Adults: €15
• Children and teenagers aged 6 to 14: €7
• Residents: 25% discount

Costumes are welcome and will make the evening even more fun. Children will receive a small sweet surprise at the end of the tour.

Dal Verme Castle, a Destination Worth Discovering in Zavattarello

Located in the village of Zavattarello, in the hilly part of the Oltrepò Pavese, Dal Verme Castle is one of the most characteristic destinations for lovers of history, medieval villages and Apennine landscapes in Lombardy.

The Halloween visit gives you one more reason to reach Zavattarello and explore its historic heritage, combining the event with a stroll through the village and a day out in the hills of the Oltrepò Pavese.

Information and Bookings

For information about the Halloween night tours and to book:

• Email: castello@zavattarello.org
• Phone: +39 349 352 1190
• Venue: Dal Verme Castle, Zavattarello (PV)

Plan your Halloween evening in Zavattarello and discover the charm of Dal Verme Castle under the night sky of the Oltrepò Pavese.

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