Following the exceptional weather event that struck the Vittoriale degli Italiani monumental complex in Gardone Riviera on July 17, 2026, the Foundation has launched a new project underthe Art Bonus program, with the goal of raising funds for restoration, consolidation, and rehabilitation work. The damage caused by the storm—which is still being assessed—is already estimated at over 5 million euros, significantly affecting the protected monumental, landscape, and arboreal heritage.
The Foundation’s president, Giordano Bruno Guerri, is therefore appealing to citizens, private individuals, and companies to contribute to the revival of the Vittoriale. Thanks to the Art Bonus, patrons of all sizes can provide tangible support for the project by taking advantage of the tax incentives provided by the legislation.
The technical survey conducted after the incident identified six main problem areas requiring urgent and comprehensive interventions.
The fall of a large cypress tree onto the bow of the Regia Nave Puglia caused the upper part of the mainmast to collapse, snapping above the topmast. The damage resulted in the loss of a monumental element of particular historical value and continues to pose a threat to the stability of the reconstructed rigging.
The Laghetto delle Danze has also been severely affected by the fall of numerous tall cypress trees. The trees have fallen into the pond, damaged the historic Istrian stone balustrades, and blocked the drainage systems. This situation poses a risk of water infiltration and erosion of the foundations designed by Giancarlo Maroni, making safety measures and restoration work necessary.
The damage to the historic tree population is particularly severe: thirty-one tall cypress trees have been uprooted. The removal of the topsoil has also left the slopes exposed, causing landslides that have affected pedestrian paths, small bridges, and historic walkways. The storm has thus significantly compromised both the area’s tree heritage and its landscape.
In the orchard of Villa Mirabella’s private gardens, the fall of large trees caused the collapse and disintegration of a section of the dividing wall. The fallen trees also blocked the complex’s main paths, from Piazza del Pila to the Prioria and the Amphitheater. The disruption of the historic pathways led to the temporary isolation of some museum sections and compromised evacuation routes, making it a priority to restore safety and full accessibility. The uprooting of the trees caused further instability and localized landslides on the slopes of Casa Fraole and in the area of the bow of the Nave Puglia. The presence of unstable stone blocks necessitates a particularly complex and urgent geotechnical intervention aimed at stabilizing the slopes and securing the affected areas.
The extent of the damage requires a comprehensive program of interventions that will include conservative restoration, structural and hydrogeological stabilization, philological reconstruction of the wooden and metal elements, and restoration of the historic tree population. The goal is to restore full accessibility to the Vittoriale degli Italiani and the integrity of its heritage. In this context, the fundraising project through the Art Bonus plays a fundamental role. Support from citizens, private individuals, and businesses can make a tangible contribution to the interventions necessary for the protection and enhancement of the Vittoriale, in line with the objectives of the Art Bonus as a tool to support public cultural heritage.
To support the project and learn how to contribute: https://artbonus.gov.it/il-vittoriale-degli-italiani.html
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| The Vittoriale is launching an Art Bonus project to repair storm damage. Estimated cost: over 5 million euros |
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