Manfred II of Saluzzo

Manfred II (1140–1215) was the second marquess of Saluzzo, ruling from 1175. He established Saluzzo as permanent capital of the margravate and, before 1182, married Azalaïs of Montferrat, allying with one of northern Italy's most powerful dynasties.

He expanded the march and long fought the neighbouring counts of Savoy. The two sides made terms in 1213, and peace lasted for the rest of his life.

His eldest son Boniface died in 1212, so when Manfred died in February 1215 he was succeeded by his grandson Manfred III under the regency of Azalaïs. Azalaïs paid tribute on his behalf, and Saluzzo remained a vassal of Savoy for the next century.