Roccafranca Castle
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At a glance
- Region
- Umbria
- Province
- Perugia (PG)
- Town
- Foligno
Roccafranca is a medieval castle in the mountain territory of Foligno (Perugia), historically tied to the nearby castle of Verchiano.
History
From the municipality of Spoleto to Foligno
In 1263 the castle of Roccafranca and that of Verchiano, belonging to Spoleto, were bought by the municipality of Foligno. From 1305 to 1439 they belonged to the Trinci, lords of Foligno.
The Guerrieri
According to Wikipedia, buildings in the place were restored to their present forms by the Guerrieri family of Roccafranca; Roccafranca and Verchiano are still part of the archdiocese of Spoleto-Norcia.
Layout
The sources consulted do not describe the castle’s structure in detail: short text to avoid inaccuracies.
Where it is
In the eastern mountain area of the municipality of Foligno, in Umbria, near Verchiano.
Practical information
Tickets and where to buy them
To be confirmed with the municipality or the managing body: we have not found up-to-date official data.
Opening days and hours
To be confirmed with the municipality or the managing body: we have not found up-to-date official data.
Where to eat
To be confirmed: restaurants are generally found in the town centre nearby; we recommend asking the municipality or the local tourist office.
Parking and services
To be confirmed: we have not found official information on dedicated parking and services.
Accessibility and other information
To be confirmed: no official accessibility information is available.
Opening hours, prices and services change often: before your visit, call the official number or check the castle’s website. Last checked: November 2026.
Sources: Italian Wikipedia – Verchiano.
How to get there
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Hiking trails map (Waymarked Trails) Walking route
Trails: data © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). Always check signs and trail conditions before setting off.