Castles and fortressesFree entry
Trecchina (Potenza)
Trecchina Baronial Castle
The ruins of the baronial castle of Trecchina, dating from the 16th century, stand at the highest point of the town, in the neighbourhood that takes its name from it: the Rione Castello.
- Opening hoursAlways visible from the outside.
- AdmissionFree entry.
- WhereRione Castello – Trecchina (PZ)
What to see
- The crenellated tower, one of the few elements of the baronial palace still visible.
- The remains of the castle walls.
- The highest point in town, from which you can see the maze of alleyways.
How to get there
You climb on foot from the centre, through the narrow lanes and stairways that wind up from the valley to the ruins; the position on the map is approximate.
Useful information
- Comfortable shoes are recommended, as there are many stairways.
- In the neighbourhood: the historic centre and the church of San Giovanni Battista.
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