Castrovillari

Travel Guide

Pollino National Park
Civita
Castrovillari
Castrovillari
Castrovillari

Rugged mountain ranges completely encircle this ancient village, where medieval ruins and Renaissance churches nestle into the foothills of Pollino National Park.

Experience an awe-inspiring panorama of snow-capped mountains in Castrovillari, a town on Calabria’s northern border. A village has stood within this arena of mountains since prehistoric times. Historic relics speckle the countryside. Explore the winding medieval-era town center or cross the bridge to see the town’s modern district. The two major peaks of Pollino and Dolcedorme appear to loom over the township. See the town’s eclectic streetscape set against an arena of mighty mountains.

Get familiar with Castrovillari by visiting its Centro Storico (historic district). A maze of winding alleys and narrow streets contain some of the town’s most significant historic landmarks. Follow cobblestone lanes opening up to pretty piazzas lined with terraces and cafés. Grand old houses, such as Palazzo Salituri via Roma, Palazzo Pugliese and Palazzo Salerni are within a few blocks’ radius.

Among the town’s religious landmarks are the 11th-century sanctuary Santa Maria del Castello, the Church of San Giuliano, Convento Benedettini and a Renaissance convent devoted to St. Francis of Assisi. Visit the crumbling Castello Aragonese, which dates back to the late 1400s.

Walk across the Ponte della Catena, which links the two sides of the city. From the bridge, admire pretty views of verdant forests toward the Tyrrhenian coast, as well as canyons tumbling down toward the Ionian Sea.

Stroll along the two main boulevards intersecting in the modern part of Castrovillari and check out the town’s series of shops and cafés. If you feel like escaping the city, head to the nearby Pollino National Park and explore the reserve’s peaks and trails.

Castrovillari is located in the province of Cosenza, a 1-hour drive north from the provincial capital of the same name. The town is also accessible by regional train. Come to Castrovillari in summer to experience the quaint medieval town during its most active period or arrive in winter to see snow-dusted mountains in the distance.

B&B La Petrosa
B&B La Petrosa
Via Serra delle Ciavole, snc, Castrovillari, CS
Stay at this B&B in Castrovillari. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Archaeological Museum of Castrovillari and Gole Del ...
"Senza bidet, senza aria condizionata, doccia imbarazzante, minifrigo buttato a terra, terribile!"

Reviewed on Aug 18, 2024

B&B La Petrosa
Pomodoro Bed
Pomodoro Bed
Viale del Lavoro,74, Castrovillari, CS
Book a stay at this business-friendly B&B in Castrovillari. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Archaeological Museum of Castrovillari ...
"Better soundproofing or doors that may block out bit more noise from the common area as the noise echoed from that area"

Reviewed on Oct 24, 2024

Pomodoro Bed
Villa located in Castrovillari
Villa located in Castrovillari
castrovillari
The price is ¥10,210 per night from Jul 10 to Jul 11
¥10,210
¥25,695 total
Jul 10 - Jul 11
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this cottage in Castrovillari. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Archaeological Museum of Castrovillari and ...
Villa located in Castrovillari
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
MAPMA-apartment in the center
MAPMA-apartment in the center
Castrovillari
Stay at this apartment in Castrovillari. Enjoy air conditioning. Popular attractions Archaeological Museum of Castrovillari and Castello Normanno are located ...
MAPMA-apartment in the center
Villa located in Castrovillari
Villa located in Castrovillari
castrovillari
Stay at this cottage in Castrovillari. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Archaeological Museum of Castrovillari and ...
Villa located in Castrovillari
Il Ritrovo Degli Artisti
Il Ritrovo Degli Artisti
Via Fratelli Cairoli 6, Castrovillari, CS
Stay at this apartment in Castrovillari. Enjoy free parking, cable TV channels, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Archaeological Museum of Castrovillari ...
Frygteligt rygermiljø
"En meget venlig og sympatisk vært. Men stedet lugter frygteligt af tobak - i særlig grad af cigarrøg. Selv sengetøjet i den ikke særligt komfortable seng stank af tobaksrygning i en til tider hostefremkalde de grad. Alt for dyrt set i forhold til kvaliteten og det ikke oplyste stærkt udtalte ..."

Reviewed on Apr 20, 2025

Il Ritrovo Degli Artisti
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Things to do

Cities near Castrovillari