Gioia del Colle — Castello Normanno-Svevo
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Gioia del Colle — Castello Normanno-Svevo

Puglia

Gioia del Colle's square castle, expanded under Frederick II, holds an archaeological museum with finds from the surrounding Peucetian and Roman-era sites, including the well-known Dama di Gioia sculpture. The flat Murge plateau around the castle makes for easy, open walking.

Duration
1 hour
Distance
2 km
Elevation
+30 m
Best season
Year-round

Parking · Free

Free parking around the castle in Gioia del Colle.

Water

Fountain near the castle.

Highlights

  • Norman-Swabian castle linked to Frederick II
  • Archaeological museum inside
  • Flat, open Murge plateau setting

With your dog

Leashed dogs welcome around the castle grounds.

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