Timeline
16:13
Pick up a coffee or pastry from a local shop near the castle entrance. The castle is open from 10:00 to 17:00 on weekdays, so grab your snack before the doors close. Check the route if you need directions from the town center.
16:58
Find a quiet spot in the castle grounds or a nearby viewpoint. The sun sets toward the WSW at 17:13, casting a warm glow over the landscape. The golden light begins around 16:27, giving you plenty of time to settle in.
17:13
Watch the sunset. The sky will turn orange and pink as the day ends. Stay for a few minutes to let the light fade into the evening.
17:43
End your evening with a walk around the castle grounds or a visit to the museum if it is still open. The castle is open until 17:00 on weekdays, so you may need to check if there are evening events or extended hours.
Local tip
The castle grounds are best enjoyed in the late afternoon. Bring a light jacket as it can get chilly near sunset.
Check before you go
- Castle hours: We-Fr 10:00-17:00; Sa,Su 11:00-18:00
- Sunset time: 17:13 on 15 January
- Check for any special evening events at the castle
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Turin (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).