Castello di Pedres, Medieval castle on granite hill in Olbia, Italy.
Castello di Pedres is a granite castle on a hilltop in Olbia that contains remains of four towers and two courtyards with polygonal walls. These structures are reached through stone staircases and show how people built defensive strongholds during the Middle Ages.
The castle was built between 1296 and 1322 under Pisan-Aragonese rule as a protective fortress for Civita. It also served to watch over the borders with the Judicate of Torres.
The castle represents a significant example of medieval military architecture in Sardinia, displaying the defensive techniques used during the Giudicale period.
The site is open during daylight hours and admission is free, so visitors can explore the ruins at their own pace. Parking spaces are located near the entrance for those arriving by car.
From the remaining structures, visitors can look out over the entire Olbia plain extending to the Gulf, just as medieval guards once did. This view shows why this strategic location was so important for controlling the region.
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