The Top 5 Castles around Monte Sant'Angelo
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 5
beautiful castles to choose from around Monte Sant'Angelo. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
beautiful castles to choose from around Monte Sant'Angelo. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
Last updated: November 17, 2025
Monte Sant'Angelo Castle
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The castle was built between 837 and 838 at the behest of the Bishop of Benevento, Orso, and was enlarged and fortified by the Normans, the Swabians, the Angevins and …
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Manfredonia Castle
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At the beginning of the 20th century, extensive restoration and restoration work took place under the architect Ernesto Armò. Some vaults were rebuilt using the stones found.
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Svevo-Angioino Castle of Manfredonia
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The castle should date back to the 13th century. It was used for defensive purposes but fell under the attacks of the Turks.
Today the castle is owned by the state and houses the National Archaeological Museum of Manfredonia.
Today the castle is owned by the state and houses the National Archaeological Museum of Manfredonia.
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Norman-Swabian-Aragonese Castle
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Its construction can be attributed to Frederick II. In the quadrilateral shape of the castle different architectural modules highlight successive times, functions and artistic cultures, from the Normans to the Aragonese.
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Castello di Manfredonia
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The Castello di Manfredonia is a fortress dating back to 1279, built and expanded during the times of the Hohenstaufen, the House of Anjou and the House of Aragon.
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