Torre Cervia

Torre Cervia stands as a stone fortification on the Tyrrhenian coast, featuring solid walls and strategic positioning for coastal surveillance.

Pope Pius IV ordered the construction of this defensive structure in the 16th century to shield the Lazio coastline from frequent pirate attacks.

This watchtower belongs to the network of coastal towers in Lazio, representing the architectural and military engineering methods of Renaissance Italy.

The tower sits at coordinates 41°13'26.137N, 13°3'51.430E along Via delle Batterie, with access available through guided tours of the structure.

The tower maintains its original structural elements from the 1500s, including defensive positions designed for monitoring approaching vessels at sea.

Location: San Felice Circeo

Architectural style: medieval architecture

Part of: torri costiere del Lazio

Address: Via delle Batterie

GPS coordinates: 41.22393,13.06429

Latest update: March 10, 2025 22:38