Frontone, Italian comune
Frontone is a small commune in the province of Pesaro and Urbino, set in the hilly terrain of the Apennines in the Marche region. The village is built around a medieval castle, with stone houses gathered tightly around it and a small square near the church.
The castle at the heart of the village was built during the Middle Ages to control the mountain passes in this part of the Apennines. Over the centuries, the village changed hands between local lords before becoming part of the Papal States.
The name Frontone likely comes from a Latin family name, pointing to a very early settlement in this area. Small votive niches set into the stone walls along the streets are a common sight and reflect a long tradition of local devotion.
The village is best explored on foot, as the lanes are narrow and sometimes steep toward the castle. Sturdy shoes are helpful, especially if you plan to walk into the surrounding hills on the trails that start just outside the village.
The castle was partially restored in the 20th century and occasionally hosts small events in its courtyard during summer. For most of the year it stands open and visitors can walk through the courtyard and look out over the valleys below from its walls.
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