Castle of Albisola Superiore, Medieval castle on hilltop in Albisola Superiore, Italy
The Castle of Albisola Superiore stands on Castellaro hill at the intersection of Riobasco and Sansobbia valleys, featuring a ship-shaped perimeter wall on two levels.
The fortification dates back to the Roman period when it served as a watchtower for naval arrivals, later becoming a strategic point during the Guelph-Ghibelline wars.
The castle represents medieval defensive architecture and maintains its status as an Italian national heritage site, preserving regional historical elements through the centuries.
Visitors can reach the castle through a walking path that starts from San Nicolo church, with the structure located at coordinates 44°20'28.133"N, 8°30'29.365"E.
Local oral tradition speaks of an underground passage connecting the castle to the ruins of the Roman villa of Alba Docilia, which was blocked during road construction.
Location: Albisola Superiore
Inception: 12 century
Address: Salita al Castellaro
GPS coordinates: 44.34115,8.50816
Latest update: March 23, 2025 08:37
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