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Napoli (Via Caracciolo)

The Naples ‘Lounge’

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE ROUTE

An extremely simple route that, as the title says, runs the length and breadth of Naples' ‘lounge’, i.e., Via Caracciolo, along the cycle paths.

KM 6
Difficulty A*/F**
Category Amateur/Family
Duration 0h30-1h00

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tourist info

Castel dell’Ovo is the oldest castle in Naples and one of the architectural landmarks that stand out most in the famous skyline along the gulf.

An imposing fortress and ancient royal residence, with two panoramic towers, the castle stands on a tuff islet, joined to the mainland by a thin, rocky isthmus.

Legend has it that the Latin poet Virgil hid a ‘magic egg’ in the castle dungeons, with the power to keep the entire fortress standing. Hence, its name.

The castle is open by appointment.