The Fortress Varano, built in the early twelfth century, was the fortified residence of the Da Varano family. It features much of its original structure: the white limestone entrance; the majestic underground building with barrel vaults, connecting the two wings of the fortress and
probably overlooked by rooms and small towers; the low tower in the eastern corner and the adjoining building. Today, after careful restoration, the Fortress Varano of Camerino has rooms for permanent exhibitions and hosts the Exhibition Centre of the Artigianato Artistico (“artistic handicraft centre”).