Albornoz Fortress
Guide
Photo: Georges Jansoone (JoJan) · CC BY 3.0, Wikimedia Commons
FreeViewpointAllow 15–30 minPut together by AI from open data
What you'll see
The ruined papal fortress at the top of the funicular, now a public garden with views down the valley.
A brief history
Built from 1359 by a Spanish cardinal winning back the Pope's lands in central Italy.
Tips
- Best time
- As you arrive
- Cost
- Free
- Allow
- 15–30 min
- Free days
- Always free
- Hours
- Gardens usually open daily (check)
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Good to know
- Area
- Piazza Cahen: The funicular top: the fortress gardens, the Etruscan temple and Saint Patrick's Well.
- Access
- Step-free
- Indoors or out
- Outdoors
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