Vico del Gargano, Medieval commune in Gargano National Park, Italy
Vico del Gargano is a commune in Gargano National Park situated at 462 meters above sea level across roughly 110 square kilometers. The land combines beech and pine forests with agricultural areas of citrus and olive groves, stretching from inland regions down to coastal bays.
A castle was built here in 1167 under Norman rule and later expanded by Frederick II around 1240. The defensive walls with round towers were completed in 1292 and remain a defining feature.
The main church features a stone entrance and several altars that reveal how locals have honored their patron saint through generations.
The commune sits within the national park and blends forest and coastal landscapes, offering varied paths and activities. Visitors should expect mixed terrain and different access routes depending on where they want to explore.
An 18th-century olive mill called Trappeto Maratea has been turned into a museum displaying traditional oil-making equipment and methods. This site keeps alive the craft techniques that locals have used for generations.
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