Montalceto Tower
At a glance
- Region
- Tuscany
- Province
- Siena (SI)
- Town
- Asciano
Montalceto is a castle in the territory of Asciano (Siena), mentioned since the Middle Ages as a landmark on the Via Lauretana.
History
The castle on the Via Lauretana
According to the Wikipedia entry on the Via Lauretana senese, a Sienese statute of 1309-10 ordered a new route «from the foot of the castle of Montalceto» to Sinalunga, and in the 19th century Emanuele Repetti describes the route that climbs from Asciano up the hill of Montalceto. We found no reliable sources on the tower itself: to be confirmed.
What to see
Details on the structure of the tower: to be confirmed.
Where it is
On the hill of Montalceto, in the municipality of Asciano, province of Siena. Its ownership status (public or private) is to be confirmed.
Practical information
Tickets and where to buy them
We found no official information on tickets or bookings: to be confirmed with the municipality or the body that manages the site.
Opening days and hours
Opening days and hours: to be confirmed.
Where to eat
Restaurants and trattorias can be found in the nearby villages; addresses and hours: to be confirmed.
Parking and services
Parking and services nearby: to be confirmed.
Accessibility and other information
Accessibility for people with reduced mobility: to be confirmed. For outdoor ruins and country paths, suitable footwear is recommended.
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: Wikipedia – Lauretana senese.
How to get there
Source: Castelli, Rocche e Fortificazioni in Italia (Facebook)