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Cilento and Vallo di Diano

Castello Angioino - Aragonese

Castello Angioino - Aragonese

Archaeology & Culture
Cilento and Vallo di Diano
Symbol of the city of Agropoli, it dominates the promontory with its thousand-year history and a spectacular view of Cilento.

The Castello Angioino - Aragonese of Agropoli dominates the historic center of the city and represents one of the main historical and architectural symbols of the Cilento . Located in a strategic position on the promontory overlooking the sea, the castle has played a role for centuries 
defensive and territorial control function.

Its origins date back to medieval age , with subsequent transformations in the Angevin and Aragonese eras which defined its current structure. The walls, towers and internal spaces tell the different historical phases of the complex and the central role of Agropoli in the political and military events of the Cilento coast.

Today the castle is a place of culture and valorization of historical heritage , open to the public and home to exhibitions, events and cultural initiatives. The visit allows you to retrace the history of the area and enjoy a privileged observation point over the coastal landscape.

 

OPENING HOURS: 
Closed on Mondays 
From Tuesday to Sunday 
from hours 9.00 at hours 13.00 and by the hours 15.00 at hours 19.00