Piedimonte Matese

Piedimonte Matese is a commune located in the Province of Caserta at the base of the Matese mountains, sitting at approximately 165 meters in elevation. The town spreads across the surrounding hillside with the mountains forming its natural backdrop.

The settlement was originally known as Piedimonte d'Alife before taking its current name in 1970. In 1861, approximately 240 volunteers from the area formed the Matese Legion and joined Giuseppe Garibaldi's forces.

The Church of San Biagio dates to the 15th century and features late-Gothic frescoes showing biblical scenes and the life of Saint Blaise. These paintings reflect religious stories that shaped the community's spiritual identity over time.

The municipal office is located at Piazza Roma and can be reached by phone at 0823-785193. Visitors should check operating hours beforehand and use the central square as an orientation point to locate services.

The Civic Museum Raffaele Marrocco holds archaeological discoveries from the local area. The collection displays objects that document the history and development of this region over centuries.

Location: Province of Caserta

Capital city: Piedimonte Matese

Elevation above the sea: 165 m

Shares border with: Alife, Castello del Matese, San Potito Sannitico, Sant'Angelo d'Alife, Cusano Mutri, San Gregorio Matese, Campochiaro, Guardiaregia

Website: http://comune.piedimonte-matese.ce.it

GPS coordinates: 41.36686,14.39667

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:39