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Things to do in Castelforte Italy – what to see attractions and activities

Welcome to Castelforte Italy. If you’are planning to visit Castelforte for your next trip and you are looking for the best places to visit, here you’ll find tips and suggestions of most popular point of interest and activities not to be missed in Castelforte and surrounding. Travelers will appreciate this italian town with his rich historical and artistic heritage, local culture and environment. Discover the monuments, buildings, natural treasures and all the details that characterize Castelforte and its territory. Share and suggest a place you've visited.

Castelforte: Glorious Mountain, Medieval Charm and Great Traditional Italian Food

Wiew from Castelforte, Latina

Wiew from Castelforte, Latina

A rustic, medieval commune that was formed around 1000 AD in Italy’s central region, Lazio, Castelforte offers several special attractions.

It features a typical continental climate of cold winters and hot summers. So visiting any time during the year except winter might be best.

Castrum Forte or its Italian name Castelforte, which means strong castle or stronghold, is located in the province of Latina, right at the foot of Monti Aurunci. Breathe in fresh, clean mountain air while you gaze at the majestic beauty of the limestone massif, Monti Aurunci and rejuvenate your mind and spirit.

To admire the beauty of wild orchids, watch the antics of porcupines, martens and dormice and gaze at over 120 bird species, visit the Natural Park of Monti Aurunci.

For a taste of wonderful local dishes that have medieval origins, go to Castelforte’s restaurant, Terra Di Briganti, where you can savour delicious pappardelle with wild boar, special local wines and more.

written by Redazione Visit Italy - Last update: 23/11/2021

What To See near Castelforte

Minturno (1 Km)

Chiesa dell'Annunziata

It was built around 1300 at the behest of the Minutilli family, in Gothic style. It underwent several renovations over the centuries due to the damage caused, first by the Turks in 1552, then by the Franco-Polish troops in 1799 and the fire of 1888 and also since the last World War. In 1930, after the demolition of the Baroque altars, the “Madonna with the Child” and “The Crucifixion” came to light by Giotto or one of his students, while traveling from Naples (1333).

Minturno (8 Km)

Chiesa di San Pietro Apostolo

Minturno (8 Km)

Chiesa di San Francesco

Minturno (8 Km)

Castello Baronale

Minturno (8 Km)

Castello Caetani di Traetto o Baronale

The Castle is also called the Baronial Castle. We know it had already been built in 590 AD when the city was rebuilt. The fact that it has various denominations depends on the different owners who have succeeded each other over the centuries. The last owners were from 1693 to 1948 the Caracciolo-Carafa. It is currently well preserved and is open to tourists.

Minturno (10 Km)

Ponte Pensile o Borbonico

The Bridge is located in the ford of the Garigliano River, near the ruins of the ancient Roman city Minturnae. Designed by Luigi Jura and made by the will of Ferdinand II between 1828 and 1832, it was considered “a miracle of engineering”. The bridge was awarded Meraviglia Italiana in 2012 by the National Youth Forum.

Minturno (11 Km)

Antiquarium

The Antiquarium of Minturno is set up in the place below the cavea of the Roman Theatre and preserves epigraphs, acefal statues and artifacts from ancient times found in Minturnae, Castelforte and in the urban center of Scauri .

Scauri (12 Km)

Chiesa di M. SS. Immacolata

In ancient times it was the Ducal Chapel of the Caracciolo Carafa family, and since 1931 it became the Parish of the Immaculate Conception, patroness of Scauri. Also frequented by the wife of Vittorio Emanuele III, Elena of Savoia during her holiday, where she went to hear Mass. The patroness is celebrated on 8 September with a solemn procession of the statue of the Virgin Mary, carved by the South Tyrolean cabinetmaker Giuseppe Obletter, in 1954.

Minturno (12 Km)

Torre Quadrata

The Square Tower was built around the 16th century with the function of controlling and spotting the enemy ships that wanted to go into the hinterland. The story tells that in 1552 the pirate Dragut landed on the beach of Scauri with a fleet of 200 galleys. Later the Tower was used with the customs function.

Scauri (12 Km)

Torre Quadrata o dei Cavallari

Minturno (12 Km)

Spiaggia dei Sassolini

Formia (18 Km)

Torre di Mola

The Tower of Mola was built during the thirteenth century at the behest of Charles II of Anjou to reinforce the ancient Castle of Mola. The Tower presents mosaics from Roman times and perhaps belonging to the Villa of Mamurra. The structure has a cylindrical shape with crowning with bows and rectangular openings.

Formia (19 Km)

Museo Archeologico Nazionale

The National Archaeological Museum of Formia is located in the elegant historic center of the village. It houses statues and archaeological finds for a long time exhibited in the Archaeological Museum of Naples. The main hall of the Museum shows the visitor a composition of amphorae and remains of shells from ancient age. In the same room there are statues dating from the first to the second century AD depicting the virility of the heroes, while in the second room, two acephalous female statues are observed.

Formia (19 Km)

Castellone

The Castellone di Formia dates back to the fourteenth century and was built at the behest of Onorato I Caetani. It turns out to be the only surviving tower of the twelve towers that formed the city walls. The property has a height of twenty-four meters, has an octagonal plan and has several slots and windows.

Formia (19 Km)

Villa Rubino

Villa Rubino was built during the eighteenth century at the behest of the Prince of Caposel. It incorporates the remains of the villa of Cicero that present vaults decorated with stucco and Pompeian paintings. The main and minor nymphaeum is recognizable from the original structure, consisting of a fountain inserted in the foundations of the building dating back to the second century BC.

Other attractions in Castelforte

Walls, towers and gates

Mura Megalitiche o Poligonali

The ancient city of Pyrae, an active seaport that went through a flourishing period between the VII-VI century BC, was defended by a city wall still visible today. These historical testimonies are located within the protected area of the Park of Gianola and Monte di Scauri, where guided tours can be organized.

Beaches

Spiaggia Attu Regli Mort

Churches and places of worship

Chiesa della Madonna della Libera

Erected around the fourteenth century previously dedicated to Mary of Bethlehem. According to some scholars, the temple may have been erected by the Templars, because they used to erect temples in His name.

Castles, palaces and mansions

Villa del Console Marco Emilio Scauro

Near the megalithic walls you can visit the remains of a Roman villa that some historians attributed to Consul Scauro, consul in 115, politician linked to Caio Mario. The consul owes the construction of the Milvio Bridge in Rome and the Via Emilia. These historical testimonies are located within the protected area of the Park of Gianola and Monte di Scauri, where guided tours can be organized.

Walls, towers and gates

Torre Caetani

Torre Caetani is located on the island of Tiberina. The other name by which it is known is that of 'tower of the puzzella', since the construction depicts the face of a woman. It is assumed that it was built around the twelfth century and belonged to the Pierleoni family. It has changed owners several times over the years. In 1876 it was given as a concession to the Israeli University.

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Destinations nearby

Ausonia

Ausonia

It is 12,8 Km away - about 21 minutes

Minturno

It is 13,8 Km away - about 14 minutes

Castelnuovo Parano

Castelnuovo Parano

It is 15,8 Km away - about 25 minutes

Formia

It is 22,7 Km away - about 24 minutes

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