Italian municipality of about 10 thousand inhabitants, Asola, in the province of Mantua, falls within the ancient county of Brescia, whose passages and historical testimonies are still visible today. The city has always been at the center of bitter conflicts between neighboring lords: after the conquest of Asola by the Gonzagas, lords of Mantua, the city control passed under the hegemony of the Visconti of Milan before the final annexation, in 1440, to the Republic from Venice. And just under the domination of the Doge, the city soon turned into a fortress and a meeting place for artists and intellectuals of the time: Tintoretto himself, the famous Venetian painter, represented the city of Asola during the siege of the emperor's troops. Massimiliano I. But there are many beauties to appreciate in the streets of the historic center. The most famous is the Cathedral of Sant'Andrea, in perfect Gothic style, built starting in 1472, which preserves great examples of art, such as the famous paintings by Moretto. Also not to be missed is a visit to the Palazzo Pretorio, now the Town Hall, which preserves stuccoes and medallions of the Venetian Doges.

How to reach Asola delle Stiviere

The city of Asola is well connected with the main towns of the province and can be easily reached by car from Desenzano del Garda, Mantua and Cremona.

Car

To reach Asola from Mantova, take the A22 motorway, exit at Rodigo-Casaloldo. From Desenzano, instead, take the A4 motorway to the Castiglione dello Stiviere exit and then continue towards Asola.

Bus

The city is well connected with the main neighboring towns thanks to a dense network of extra-urban buses. Direct daily connections to Mantua are provided by the APAM company. For up-to-date information on rides, routes and timetables, please consult the company's website.

Train

The city of Asola has a city railway station. The main daily run connects the city with the municipality of Brescia, along the route that leads from Parma to Lombardy and is managed by Trenitalia.