Places
Viewpoint·Easy·Relaxing·Hidden gem
Prato — Castello dell'Imperatore
Tuscany
Prato's Castello dell'Imperatore is unique as the only fortress Frederick II built north of his usual southern Italian strongholds, an isolated Swabian outpost in what is otherwise Tuscan textile-manufacturing territory. The flat streets of the historic centre are easy, level walking.
Duration
1–2 hours
Distance
3 km
Elevation
+20 m
Best season
Year-round
Parking · Paid
Paid parking near the castle in Prato.
Water
Fountains nearby.
Highlights
- Only northern-Italian castle built by Frederick II
- Unusual Swabian architectural outpost
- Flat, level historic-centre streets
With your dog
Leashed dogs welcome around the castle grounds and streets.
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