Located in Italy’s southwestern region of Campania is the small coastal town of Castellabate and its 8,200 residents. The city is one of the more important beach centers situated in the Cilento National Park coast along the Tyrrhenian Sea. It is also one of the richest areas in the Campania region.
Castellabate is known for its spectacular landscape that surrounds this section of the gulf and its colorful medieval center.
Castellabate is known for its spectacular landscape that surrounds this section of the gulf and its colorful medieval center.
However, it is the arches, narrow streets, and stairways that holds much of the allure for domestic and international tourists alike. It is the artistic and historical attractions and sights of Castellabate that make this coastal community such an enchanting town to visit.
Nearby the city there are some excellent accommodation options for the traveler, all of which can be seen by visiting the Italy villas website and exploring the many vacation rentals our service has to offer.
Nearby the city there are some excellent accommodation options for the traveler, all of which can be seen by visiting the Italy villas website and exploring the many vacation rentals our service has to offer.
Attractions and sightseeing opportunities off the town include:
• 12th century bell tower
• Castle
• Papal Basilica
• patrician palaces
Additionally, Castellabate has been preserved from the massive tourist crowds so don’t expect to see any tall concrete structures. If you have never visited the Campania region before, you might want to consider what Castellabate has to offer. Whether you are adventurous and want to explore the town and its surrounding countryside or just relax and enjoy all the charm that this small town has to offer, the choice is yours.
With its shiny, red-roofed traditional white houses, pristine sandy beaches, and turquoise waters of the Tyrrhenian Sea, you’ll be amazed at what this area has to offer the visitor.
You will quickly discover that the city grew up around its medieval castle which was established in the early 12th century to protect the people from the raiding Saracens.
• 12th century bell tower
• Castle
• Papal Basilica
• patrician palaces
Additionally, Castellabate has been preserved from the massive tourist crowds so don’t expect to see any tall concrete structures. If you have never visited the Campania region before, you might want to consider what Castellabate has to offer. Whether you are adventurous and want to explore the town and its surrounding countryside or just relax and enjoy all the charm that this small town has to offer, the choice is yours.
With its shiny, red-roofed traditional white houses, pristine sandy beaches, and turquoise waters of the Tyrrhenian Sea, you’ll be amazed at what this area has to offer the visitor.
You will quickly discover that the city grew up around its medieval castle which was established in the early 12th century to protect the people from the raiding Saracens.
Because of its ancient town center, numerous arcades, cornered alleyways, and labyrinth-like staircases, the town of Castellabate was recently declared as a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site. The cuisine is characterized by the use of local products such fig jam, garbanzo beans, mozzarella cheese, olive oil, and salami.
Take the time to browse our huge selection of villas and you will see what we mean. The Italy Villa Staff will be happy to answer your questions and take care of all your needs. Whether you prefer the basic holiday rentals or want to rent one of the luxury villas home while visiting Castellabate, our villa specialists are available by mail or phone (see contact page). You can also chat with us via Skype if you prefer.
Take the time to browse our huge selection of villas and you will see what we mean. The Italy Villa Staff will be happy to answer your questions and take care of all your needs. Whether you prefer the basic holiday rentals or want to rent one of the luxury villas home while visiting Castellabate, our villa specialists are available by mail or phone (see contact page). You can also chat with us via Skype if you prefer.