The Castle of Castro, built during the 16th century on the ruins of former buildings, has a circular tower, a bastion with the Torre del Cavaliere and some parts of the defensive walls.
A large internal rectangular court used to contain agricultural and handmade products which were traded in the Mediterranean area. On the western part, on the marina, the only room which has an independent access from the outside is the “sala del castellano” (castellan room), since it did not need too much protection.
According to some documents, in 1780 the castle was already in ruins. After it has been abandoned for almost two centuries, over the last twenty years they have started renovation works.
Events nearby
In the coming days, within 15 km.
Fiera di San Vito e Sagra del Maiale
The celebration of pork in Ortelle combines gastronomic tradition and local crafts in a convivial event.
Pumpkin Park Autumn Festival
Autumn event moves to Surano with workshops, live music, and a funfair.
Yuts And Culture
Yuts and Culture in concert: funk and soul of the '70s reimagined.
Salento International Film Festival 2026
International independent cinema in the heart of Salento
More places nearby
Museums and theatresCivic Museum “Antonio Lazzari”Castro's Aragonese Castle houses the Civic Museum named after speleologist
Antonio Lazzari, where an archaeological collection can be admired. Castro very close
Churches and cryptsCathedral of CastroIn the characteristic town of Castro, the splendid medieval Cathedral
stands on the ruins of an ancient Greek temple. Castro very close
Churches and cryptsSantuario Madonna del Rosario di PompeiSanctuary of the nineteenth century also known as Beata Vergine del
Rosario, located in the heart of Castro Marina. Castro very close
Nature and gardensParco delle Querce (Oak Tree Park)Near the residential centre of Castro Marina, is this wooded area enclosed
with stone drywall. Castro very close
Sea and cavesCastro MarinaFrom the “zinzuli” (shreds) of the marine caves, as far as the beautiful
cliffs from which it is possible to dive in the water: Castro Marina is a
blue paradise overlooking the Adriatic sea. Castro very close
Sea and cavesZinzulusa CaveThe spectacular karstic cave known as the Zinzulusa Cave extends beneath an
inlet south of Castro. Castro very close