Cellar
Below the Casa del Cardinale, on the western side of the fortress, lies a large room that once served as the castle’s cellar. This function is documented from the 15th […]
Maschietto
Il Maschietto, o contro-torre, è una struttura difensiva più bassa, addossata sul lato meridionale del maschio. Il maschietto, caratterizzato da un medesimo apparecchio costruttivo, è stato edificato in un cantiere […]
Stables
Beneath the Casa del Cardinale lies the large stable, characterised by a barrel vault, cobbled floors, and troughs for fodder. The column at the top of the sloping ramp leading […]
Second drawbridge
Beneath the Casa del Cardinale lies the large stable, characterised by a barrel vault, cobbled floors, and troughs for fodder. The column at the top of the sloping ramp leading […]
Inner wall walk
The inner wall walk runs along a section of the castle’s curtain walls, between the Torre di Ponente (West Tower) and the Torre del Belvedere. It allowed control of the […]
Outer wall walk
The outer wall walk runs along part of the external defensive circuit and offers a strategic vantage point over the surrounding territory. It was used to monitor enemies and coordinate […]
Belvedere Tower
Thanks to its strategic position, the Torre del Belvedere allowed control of the communication routes toward Rome and Naples, and it still offers breathtaking views that captivate visitors today. The […]
Bedroom
In the early 20th century, Gelasio Caetani renovated the large hall on the first floor of the Maschio Tower, converting it into the Duke’s bedroom. The room became the lord’s […]
Study
The Study, located within the rooms of the Maschietto Tower, is one of the most refined and significant spaces in the castle, embodying the power and culture of the Caetani […]
Servants’ Quarters
The servants’ quarters housed the staff responsible for the castle’s daily life. They were generally located on the lower floors or in more secluded areas, reflecting both the social hierarchy […]
