Castelletto
Castelletto di Leno: a village rich in history and rustic charm
Castelletto di Leno is a village located in the Lombardy region and is part of the municipality of Leno. The name of the village probably derives from a small castle built in the XV century, also known as the district of San Vittore thanks to the presence of a church dedicated to Pope Victor I. In cadastral maps, Castelletto di Leno was indicated as "Fenili del Castello", but the history of this village dates back to the Middle Ages.
Origins and history of Castelletto di Leno
The territory of Castelletto di Leno, covered by four large woods (Massago, Rotino, Squadretto, and Salvello), belonged to the Abbey of Leno until 1297 when it was ceded to the municipality of Leno. Over time, some parts of the territory ended up in the hands of noble families such as the Gambara, the Trussi who built the castle that gives its name to the village, and the Manerba.
In the nineteenth century, the barns of the castle and a fortified farmstead were the only settlements in Castelletto, but in the twentieth century the village further developed. Today, Castelletto di Leno preserves many elements of the past, such as the first elementary school, founded in 1910, the nursery schools, founded in 1940, and the Oratory, a very active youth center.
What to visit in Castelletto di Leno
The village of Castelletto di Leno is famous for its monuments. The Church of the Transfiguration of Our Lord and the Sacred Heart of Jesus dates back to the XVIII century and is a great architectural wonder. Another church to visit is the Church of Mary Help of Christians, built in 1945. Sadly, the Oratory of San Vittore was destroyed in 1567, but you can visit the Church of S. Maria in Castello, built in the second half of the XV century.
A fortified farmstead, probably built in the XVII century, is the only military element left in Castelletto di Leno.
Conclusions
Castelletto di Leno is a village full of history that offers numerous attractions to visitors. The village, thanks to its antiquity, still preserves numerous architectural elements of its period of maximum splendor. Religious monuments are among the main attractions of the territory, but they are not the only ones.
If you want to immerse yourself in the past and admire unique architecture, Castelletto di Leno is the right destination for you.
