Castellabate
Latest page update: 8 November 2024
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The village of Castellabate is situated within the Province of Salerno and has a population of 8,956 inhabitants.
Listed as one of the "Borghi Più Belli d'Italia" (Italy's most beautiful villages), it stands at an elevation of 289 metres above sea level. Nearby places of interest include San Marco, Santa Maria di Castellabate and Agropoli. |
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Castellabate shot to fame in 2010 when it was a central theme in. the film Benvenuti al Sud. The diminutive village's ties with the silver screen are further strengthened by the annual Castellabate Film Festival which takes place in July.
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Castellabate is a picturesque hilltop town in the Cilento region of Campania, southern Italy, overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea. Located within the Cilento and Vallo di Diano National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it combines stunning natural beauty with historic charm. The town’s history dates back to the 12th century, when the impressive Castello dell’Abate, a medieval fortress, was built to protect the area from invaders.
The historic center, a maze of cobblestone streets, archways, and traditional houses, is designated as a UNESCO site. The town square, Piazza 10 Ottobre 1123, offers panoramic views of the coast and nearby villages. The nearby beaches of Santa Maria di Castellabate and San Marco provide pristine sands and crystal-clear waters.
Close to Castellabate, visitors can explore ancient Greek ruins in Paestum, the bustling port of Agropoli, and the Cilento coast’s hidden coves. Castellabate’s blend of history, natural beauty, and seaside allure makes it a must-visit destination.
The historic center, a maze of cobblestone streets, archways, and traditional houses, is designated as a UNESCO site. The town square, Piazza 10 Ottobre 1123, offers panoramic views of the coast and nearby villages. The nearby beaches of Santa Maria di Castellabate and San Marco provide pristine sands and crystal-clear waters.
Close to Castellabate, visitors can explore ancient Greek ruins in Paestum, the bustling port of Agropoli, and the Cilento coast’s hidden coves. Castellabate’s blend of history, natural beauty, and seaside allure makes it a must-visit destination.
Comune di Castellabate
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Province: Salerno
Region: Campania Population: 8,662 (2024 - source) Size: 36 km² Elevation: 289 metres Close by: San Marco, Santa Maria di Castellabate, Agropoli Recommended hotel: Approdo Resort Thalasso Spa (5 km) |
One of I Borghi più belli d'Italia (Italy's Most Beautiful Villages)
Listing headline: Nella Luce del Cilento (In the Light of the Cilento Region)
Listing headline: Nella Luce del Cilento (In the Light of the Cilento Region)
