Background
He was the son of Guido Gonzaga and Beatrix of Bar.
He was the son of Guido Gonzaga and Beatrix of Bar.
In 1368 Francesco also died in mysterious circumstances, and Ludovico became the only successor to Guido. When his father died, Ludovico set a policy of friendship with the nearby Milan and their rulers, the House of Visconti. He also established trade links with the Republic of Venice.
Internally, Ludovico built or strengthened fortifications in his land, but also faced two plots, including one by Antonio Gonzaga in 1373.
Ludovico died in 1382, and was buried in the church of San Francesco.
He was a member of the House of Gonzaga.