Situated in Donnas, Valle d'Aosta, the Torre di Pramotton stands as a remnant of historical fortifications. The tower is hexagonal and features merlons that correspond to each squared corner of the structure, which are reinforced with conci. Dominating the plain of Pont-Saint-Martin, the tower stands watch over the access to the valley of the Lys.
According to tradition, the tower belonged to the lords of Bard. Documents attest that in 1214, during a struggle for the inheritance between the two heirs of the Bard family, Ugo di Bard inherited the tower of Pramotton. Later, in 1242, the tower was involved in a phase of border protection, and Ugo di Bard was forced to renounce the fief.
The tower's vulnerable sides were protected by a defensive curtain, the presence of which can still be discerned around the structure. Inside, there were wooden ceilings. The access door is elevated by about 4 meters to allow for defense by withdrawing the access ladder. Today, the tower is accessible to the public, serving as a testament to the history of the region.
Sources: Wikipedia, OpenStreetMap, Wikidata, Wikimedia Commons
Written by Nicolo Ciampini
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