Sammezzano Castle, there is finally a purchase proposal

After more than 30 years of abandonment , a purchase proposal finally arrives for the Sammezzano Castle, the spectacular eclectic-style building that was designed in 1853 by architect Ferdinando Panciatichi Ximenes d’Aragona and that many would like to see flourish again precisely because of its uniqueness, its incredible 365 rooms (one for each day of the year), one more bizarre than the other. Breaking the news is the Save Sammezzano committee, which has been fighting for years for the recovery and enhancement of this jewel.

“Finally, after months of indiscretions and hopes,” the committee wrote two days ago on its Facebook profile, “we are thrilled to announce that an arrangement proposal for the purchase of Sammezzano Castle has been officially presented. We understand that this proposal has been put forward by a solid company headed by a Florentine business family that operates internationally and will be evaluated shortly by the bankruptcy receiver. The hope is that this initiative will be the long-awaited turning point for the preservation and revitalization of this architectural jewel that has seen so many attempts stall over the years. The local community and all those who care about the cultural heritage can finally look forward with optimism to this possible new chapter in the history of Sammezzano Castle, hoping that it will indeed be the right time for its rebirth.”

Thus, thebankruptcy auction scheduled for next April, precisely for the proposed purchase, has evaporated. The name of the family has not yet been leaked, but it is known that they are from Florence, are already involved in art protection and have interests in the hotel industry. In addition, according to what Save Sammezzano has let slip, the candidate to buy the castle has reportedly guaranteed that the monumental rooms will be open to the public again. It is now expected that the bankruptcy trustee will give approval for the transaction.

Image: the Hall of Peacocks at Sammezzano Castle. Photo: Save Sammezzano

Sammezzano Castle, there is finally a purchase proposal

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