Castello di Capua

Castello di Capua is a castle built on a hilltop in Gambatesa overlooking the Tappino River valley. Its structure combines thick stone walls with Renaissance-era interior rooms arranged across multiple exhibition spaces.

The Capua family took over the original fortress in the 15th century and transformed it into a Renaissance residence while keeping the defensive structures intact. This shift marked the transition from a purely military stronghold to a lived-in noble seat with combined purposes.

Inside, the rooms display frescoes from the 16th century showing mythological and biblical scenes. These wall paintings shape how the spaces look today and tell stories through their artistic decoration.

Visiting requires advance reservations through phone or email contact with the responsible office. Accessibility arrangements and other details should be discussed when booking.

The interior rooms have names like the Hall of Virtues and the Mask Room, pointing to specific artistic or decorative themes. This naming shows how individual spaces are distinguished by their artworks and historical decoration.

Location: Gambatesa

Part of: Polo Museale Molise

Address: Via Eustachio, 7 - 86013 Gambatesa (CB)

Phone: +390874719261

Email: pm-mol@beniculturali.it

Website: http://castellopandone.beniculturali.it/project/il-castello-di-capua-a-gambatesa

GPS coordinates: 41.51089,14.91240

Latest update: December 9, 2025 12:20