Places
Viewpoint·Easy·Family·Hidden gem
Castello di Lagopesole
Basilicata
Lagopesole's rectangular keep and double courtyard crown a hill of oak forest, dominating the pass between two river basins. The hamlet at its foot and the surrounding woodland tracks make an easy walk with the Vulture volcano on the skyline.
Duration
1–2 hours
Distance
3 km
Elevation
+100 m
Best season
Year-round
Parking · Free
Free parking in Lagopesole village below the castle.
Water
Fountains in the village.
Highlights
- Frederick II's last great castle
- Oak-forest ridge setting
- Views to the Vulture volcano
With your dog
Leashed dogs welcome on the hill lanes and around the castle walls.
