Roccasecca
(English version below)
Roccasecca, candidata Capitale della Cultura 2025, vi accoglie con il suo patrimonio storico, artistico e naturalistico. Il borgo medievale, intimamente legato a San Tommaso d’Aquino, conserva i ruderi del Castello dei Conti, testimoni di secoli di storia e fascino.
Il paese rappresenta la 15ª tappa del Cammino di San Benedetto e l’8ª tappa della Via Francigena del Sud, offrendo panorami mozzafiato e percorsi ideali per escursioni a piedi o in bicicletta. Passeggiando tra le sue vie e godendo dei suoi paesaggi, Roccasecca regala un’esperienza autentica dove storia, spiritualità e natura si incontrano.
Roccasecca, a candidate for Italy’s 2025 Capital of Culture, welcomes visitors with its rich historical, artistic, and natural heritage. The medieval village, closely linked to Saint Thomas Aquinas, tells its story through the ruins of the Counts’ Castle, which overlook the town and offer spectacular views of the surrounding valley. Strolling through its cobbled streets and charming alleys, visitors can feel the atmosphere of a village that has preserved its identity over the centuries, with architectural treasures and picturesque corners that speak of history and tradition.
Roccasecca is also a destination for pilgrimage and slow tourism: it marks the 15th stage of the Cammino di San Benedetto and the 8th stage of the Via Francigena del Sud, offering breathtaking landscapes, nature trails, and perfect routes for hiking or cycling. The combination of history, spirituality, and natural beauty makes every visit unique, where the echoes of the past blend with the tranquility of the surrounding scenery. Every street, square, and scenic viewpoint invites you to pause, explore, and experience the village authentically — ideal for those seeking culture, inspiration, and a peaceful escape from the crowds.
