The Top 9 Castles around Barga
A visit to a castle — whether you stumble over one during a hike outdoors or walk your way around the grounds with a guide — is always something special, and you’ve got 9
beautiful castles to choose from around Barga. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
beautiful castles to choose from around Barga. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
Last updated: November 16, 2025
Castelnuovo di Garfagnana
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Beautiful village in Garfagnana. Arriving on a bikepacking tour in the middle of August, it offers unexpected attractions and vitality.
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Bargiglio Tower
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The Bargiglio tower was called "Occhio di Lucca" because thanks to its geographical position it could control Castiglione Garfagnana, Lupinaia, Treppigiana, Bagni di Lucca, Brancoli, Fiano, Chiatri, Vecoli and, of course, Lucca.
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Ariostesca Fortress
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The Rocca Ariostesca is the symbolic monument of Castelnuovo di Garfagnana. Dominating the central Piazza Umberto, it takes its name from the poet Ludovico Ariosto who was replaced as governor …
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Fortezza di Mont'Alfonso
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From castelnuovo in Garfagnana to Fortezza Montafonso via the marked "Ariosto" route
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Rocca di Roccapelago
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It is believed that the rocky block on which Roccapelago stands was an ancient prehistoric castle. The first mention of a "Castrum Pelago" is found in a document dated 753. …
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