Gaiche Castle

At a glance

Region
Umbria
Province
Perugia (PG)
Town
Piegaro

Gaiche Castle lies in the territory of Piegaro, in south-western Umbria; the online sources consulted give no detailed information.

History

No reliable sources on the history of the castle were found: to be confirmed.

Layout

Structure and state of preservation: to be confirmed.

Where it is

Piegaro stands on the course of the river Nestore, beneath Monte Montarale (853 m above sea level), in the province of Perugia, close to the border with Tuscany and the Orvieto area.

Practical information

Tickets and where to buy them

Information on tickets and entry: to be confirmed. Ownership and whether it can be visited: to be confirmed.

Opening days and hours

To be confirmed with the municipality or the managing body.

Where to eat

To be confirmed: for restaurants and eateries it is best to enquire in the nearest town (Piegaro).

Parking and services

To be confirmed.

Accessibility and other information

To be confirmed. With ruins or minor roads, accessibility for people with reduced mobility may be limited.

Opening hours, prices and services change often: before visiting, call the official number or check the castle’s website. Last checked: November 2026.

Sources: Wikipedia – Piegaro.

How to get there

Directions with Google Maps Apple Maps

Hiking trails map (Waymarked Trails) Walking route

Trails: data © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). Always check signs and trail conditions before setting off.

Foto: LigaDue, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons

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