Castel del Monte Bike Tour

Castel del Monte Bike Tour

Discover the surroundings of Castel del Monte on this bike tour following the footsteps of King Frederick II. The tour starts at the parking lot of Castel del Monte, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Choose between a standard bike or an electric bike for the 18-kilometer route.

Explore the fortress built by Frederick II in 1240, featuring a unique blend of Romantic, Gothic, and Islamic elements with intriguing mathematical patterns. Learn about the significance of the number eight in the facade details as you pedal around the castle.

Follow the perimeter of the fortress to visit spots where the monarch used to hunt and admire the traditional Apulian trulli houses with conical roofs. After three hours of riding, the tour concludes back at the starting point.