Rocca Calascio
Italy's highest fortress, a mountaintop ruin in the Apennines of Abruzzo
- Italy
- Abruzzo
- 10th century
- Medieval
- hill fortress
Rocca Calascio started as a watchtower in the 10th–11th centuries and gained its four cylindrical corner towers in the 13th. At nearly 1,500 metres it is one of the highest fortresses in Italy.
Construction: Started: 10th century; major additions: 13th century
Frequently asked questions
- When was Rocca Calascio built?
- Rocca Calascio was built mainly in the 10th century. Full construction span: Started: 10th century; major additions: 13th century.
- Where is Rocca Calascio?
- Rocca Calascio is in Calascio, Italy (around 42.34°, 13.71°).
- What kind of castle is Rocca Calascio?
- Rocca Calascio is a hilltop fortress in the Medieval style. Italy's highest fortress, a mountaintop ruin in the Apennines of Abruzzo.