Castello Chiola-Caracciolo, Medieval castle in Loreto Aprutino, Italy.

Castello Chiola-Caracciolo stands on the hill above Loreto Aprutino in the province of Pescara. A masonry wall fronts the castle, whose centre holds an arched portal topped by a balcony, flanked by two neoclassical windows. Inside, an entrance hall leads to a courtyard now covered by a glass and aluminium structure. The castle operates as a hotel and congress centre.

The first written record of the castle dates to 864, when a Lombard fortification stood on the hill. In 1071 it became a Norman outpost. The D'Aquino family held it from 1330 to 1571, with the D'Avalos from 1449, followed by the Caracciolo; the Counts of Loreto stayed there. In 1843 the Chiola family acquired it and lived there until 1995, restoring it in a neo-16th-century style.

The interior features contemporary artworks by regional artists displayed within medieval rooms that have cross vaults and barrel ceilings. This mix allows visitors to experience modern creativity set against ancient stonework.

The location operates as a hotel with a restaurant in vaulted cellars that serves regional Abruzzese dishes and local wines. Visitors should note that the hilltop position requires climbing, and medieval rooms may feature tight passages.

The historic courtyard features a modern aluminum and glass covering that preserves medieval character while allowing accessible use. This covering lets visitors experience the medieval space while protected from the elements.