Montalto di Castro

Montalto di Castro spans 189 square kilometers along the Mediterranean coast, featuring a medieval center with intact defensive walls and a 15th-century castle.

The settlement first appeared in papal documents during the 9th century and became part of the Duchy of Castro from 1537 until its reintegration into the Papal State in 1649.

The Guglielmi Castle and Santa Maria Assunta Church display architectural elements from different periods, representing the evolution of local building techniques through centuries.

The town connects to Rome through the E80 motorway and regular train services, while offering numerous accommodations near its extensive Mediterranean beaches.

The municipality houses both Italy's largest solar photovoltaic facility and a significant fossil fuel power plant, representing different energy generation approaches.

Location: Province of Viterbo

Capital city: Montalto di Castro

Elevation above the sea: 42 m

Shares border with: Canino, Capalbio, Manciano, Tuscania, Tarquinia

Website: http://comune.montaltodicastro.vt.it

GPS coordinates: 42.35139,11.60778

Latest update: May 27, 2025 07:00