Castle of Montegiove

#1292 among destinations in Italy

Forts and castles

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Facts and practical information

Castello di Montegiove was established in the 13th century in Umbria, Italy. It lies at 627 meters above sea-level, on the border between the old city states of Orvieto and Perugia. The castle, known as La Scarzuola, continues to operate privately as a family farm and tourist site. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 42°55'5"N, 12°8'38"E

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Castle of Montegiove – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: La Scarzuola, Teatro dei Rustici, Parrano, Piegaro.

1.4 miS
Historical place, Sculpture, Park
La Scarzuola, Montegabbione
37 min walk • La Scarzuola is an architectural complex in Umbria, located in Montegiove hamlet in the comune of Montegabbione, Terni Province. It was originally the site of a 13th Century convent associated with St. Francis of Assisi, but was partially abandoned in the 19th Century.
4.7 miW
Concerts and shows, Theater
Teatro dei Rustici, Monteleone d'Orvieto
119 min walk • The Teatro dei Rustici in Monteleone d'Orvieto is originally a stately palace, transformed into a theater with a horseshoe-shaped hall with two tiers of boxes as in an Italian-style theater. It is one of the smallest theaters in the world.
3.9 miS
Locality
Parrano
100 min walk • Parrano is a comune in the Province of Terni in the Italian region Umbria, located about 35 km southwest of Perugia and about 50 km northwest of Terni. Parrano borders the following municipalities: Ficulle, Montegabbione, San Venanzo.
4.6 miNW
Locality
Piegaro
118 min walk • One of Piegaro's most notable attractions is the Rocca di Piegaro, a medieval fortress that dates back to the 12th century. Visitors can explore the ancient walls and towers of the fortress, taking in panoramic views of the surrounding countryside from the top.

Castle of Montegiove

Facts and practical information

Castle of Montegiove – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

La Scarzuola, Montegabbione

Teatro dei Rustici, Monteleone d'Orvieto

Parrano

Piegaro