Castello di Montefiore

Castello di Montefiore is a medieval fortification near Recanati with a central tower rising about 40 meters and defensive walls stretching roughly 176 meters. The structure stands beside the road connecting Osimo to Montefano.

The fortress was built around 1290 to counter Osimo's territorial expansion and control the Musone and Potenza valleys. It endured multiple assaults during the 14th century, including attacks in 1354 and 1355 from rival military commanders.

The fortress appears in frescoes painted by Matteo Tassi from Perugia in 1889, which hang in Recanati's Town Hall. This artistic record shows how deeply the structure remains part of local memory.

The interior remains closed to visitors due to ongoing structural work, but the exterior walls and tower are viewable from the adjacent road. Early visits offer better lighting for examining the building's facade and surrounding landscape.

From its strategic position, views reach toward the Adriatic Sea and Monte Conero, revealing why this location commanded important trade routes of its time. Such distant sightlines allowed defenders to track movement across vast territories.

Location: Recanati

GPS coordinates: 43.41300,13.45041

Latest update: December 9, 2025 12:24