Castello di Punta Ala

The stone castle features a polygonal bastion with curtain walls, a central square tower, and an entrance portal with an external staircase.

The Grand Duke of Tuscany, Cosimo I de' Medici, ordered the construction of this defensive structure between 1562 and 1563 to protect the coastline.

Originally named Torre di Troia Nuova, the fortress received a chapel dedicated to Sant'Antonio in 1707, integrating religious elements into military architecture.

The castle includes modern facilities such as an outdoor swimming pool, available from April to September, and maintains a professional kitchen staff.

From its elevated position, the castle maintains visual contact with three historical towers: Torre Hidalgo, Torre di Cala Galera, and Appiani Tower.

Location: Castiglione della Pescaia

Address: Via del Castello, 1

GPS coordinates: 42.80224,10.73506

Latest update: March 5, 2025 09:17