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Castles, Campania

Castles in Campania

In Campania we have listed 259 castles; the most detailed page is Castel Nuovo (Naples).

Most are in the province of Salerno (76), the province of Avellino (65) and the province of Caserta (51).

By date of construction, the most common period is the Middle Ages (76% of dated places).

Of these, 5 list opening hours and 2 have free entry.

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  • 96with photo
  • 91with description
  • 5with opening hours
  • 3free entry

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Castles in Campania: frequently asked questions

How many castles are there in Campania?

Our atlas lists 259 castles in Campania. The province with the most castles is Salerno (76).

What are the most important castles in Campania?

Based on how much information is available (description, photos, visitor info), the standouts are Castel Nuovo (Naples), Castel Sant'Elmo (Naples) and Castello Aragonese (Bacoli).

Which castles in Campania can you visit for free?

Free entry (always, or on the first Sunday of the month) is listed for Castel Sant'Elmo (Naples), Bastione di Parsano (Sorrento) and Castello di Vargas-Vatolla (Perdifumo). Always check the conditions on the official website.

Which castles in Campania have opening hours listed?

5 out of 259 have opening hours (source: OpenStreetMap), including Castel Nuovo (Naples), Castel Sant'Elmo (Naples) and Castle dell'Ovo (Naples). Hours can change: check before you go.