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Castle
Castello De Sterlich-Aliprandi
Castle in Nocciano (PE), Italy
At a glance
- Type
- Castle
- Coordinates
- 42°19′60″ N, 13°59′00″ E
- Address
- Largo Madonna del Piano, 1
History and description
Castello De Sterlich-Aliprandi (Italian for De Sterlich-Aliprandi Castle) is a fortified palace in Nocciano, Province of Pescara (Abruzzo).
History
Situated between the valleys of Cigno, Pescara, and Nora, the construction of the castle dates back to the year 1000, with the first nucleus consisting of the polygonal tower, which was later incorporated into the current building.
The history of the castle is closely linked to the De Sterlich-Aliprandi family, who were present in Nocciano from the 15th-16th centuries and owned it until the mid-20th century. They transformed its appearance from a defensive structure to a noble residence.
Architecture
The castle has an irregular plan with a structure resembling a double "L". The castle is accessed via a wide ramp that leads to the main entrance, topped by a round arch. Upon entering the castle, one faces a paved courtyard, open on one side towards the garden.
The piano nobile features a loggia with three arches, and another loggia with eight arches can also be found on the exterior wall.
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Photos
Getting there
AlannoTrain, nearest
5.9 km as the crow flies
Castello De Sterlich-AliprandiLargo Madonna del Piano, 1
Aeroporto internazionale d'Abruzzo Pasquale Liberi19.7 km
Distances are as the crow flies, not walking or driving.
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Nearby
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- Free 1st Sunday
Frequently asked questions
Where is Castello De Sterlich-Aliprandi?
Castello De Sterlich-Aliprandi is in Nocciano, in the province of Pescara (Abruzzo), Italy. Address: Largo Madonna del Piano, 1. GPS coordinates: 42.33326, 13.98338.
What else is there to see near Castello De Sterlich-Aliprandi?
Nearby you’ll find: Museo e Archivio degli Artisti Abruzzesi Contemporanei - Castello di Nocciano (0 m away), Area archeologica di Catignano (3.5 km away), Palazzo De Felice (5.1 km away).
Sources and licences
Text. Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia (CC BY-SA 4.0).
Data. Wikidata (CC0); opening hours and contacts OpenStreetMap (ODbL).
Photos. Wikimedia Commons, author and licence on every image.
Credits for the 2 photos
- Nocciano (PE) - Castello De Sterlich-Aliprandi 01 — Pietro, CC BY-SA 4.0
- Nocciano (PE) - Castello De Sterlich-Aliprandi 02 — Pietro, CC BY-SA 4.0
Updated 28 October 2026. All sources and licences