Fortezza di Villafranca

The Fortezza di Villafranca stands on elevated ground with thick stone walls and defensive towers overlooking the Mediterranean Sea and Moneglia's coastline.

The fortress emerged during the late Middle Ages as a strategic military structure to protect the Ligurian coast from maritime invasions and monitor naval activities.

This national heritage site represents the architectural innovations of medieval military engineering through its construction methods and defensive design elements.

The fortress remains open for visits throughout the year, with access through marked paths from Moneglia's center along the Lungomare Alighieri waterfront.

The castle's position between land and sea creates natural surveillance points that allowed defenders to spot approaching vessels from considerable distances.

Location: Moneglia

Address: Lungomare Alighieri

GPS coordinates: 44.23681,9.49327

Latest update: March 6, 2025 12:23