Discover medieval Abruzzo: Rocca Calascio Castle and Santo Stefano di Sessanio

Typical Abruzzo lunch.

Santo Stefano di Sessanio6 hoursSightseeing Attraction
  • Free cancellation

About this experience

Accompanied by a professional local guide, you will take a walk in the Castle of Rocca Calascio, famous for having been the setting and set of numerous Hollywood films such as "Ladyhawke" and "The Name of the Rose"!

Start by visiting the village below the Castle which you will then reach via the path that leads to the entrance bridge passing through the Church of Santa Maria della Pietà located along the path at the foot of the Rocca.

You will continue with a typical Abruzzo lunch made of dishes made with the excellences that the territory expresses such as the Lenticchia di Santo Stefano di Sessanio, a Slow Food Presidium, the Saffron dell'Aquila D.O.P. and the delicious Canestrato cheese from Castel Del Monte.

This will be followed by a visit to the splendid village of Santo Stefano di Sessanio with its newly renovated tower, you will explore its narrow streets and countless shops with its artisan products.

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What’s included

  • Food and drinks
  • Entry / admission fee

Good to know

Difficulty
Challenging
Guide
Guided tour in English and Italian
Start times
11:00

Know before you go

  • Dress code

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 23 hours before the experience starts.

  • 23 hours or more before: full refund
  • Less than 23 hours before: 10% refund

Meeting point

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Rocca Calascio

Address
Via della Torre, Calascio, 67020, IT
How you meet
Meet on location
Coordinates
42.32821, 13.69260
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Frequently asked questions

How long does this experience last?

It lasts 6 hours.

Can I cancel this booking?

Free cancellation up to 23 hours before the experience starts. 23 hours or more before: full refund · Less than 23 hours before: 10% refund

Is this experience guided, and in what language?

Guided tour in English and Italian

Is hotel pickup included?

No — you make your own way to the meeting point.

Where does this experience start?

It starts at Rocca Calascio, Via della Torre, Calascio, 67020, IT.

From AED 368 per person