Castello di San Nicola de Thoro-Plano — Attraction in Maiori

So my only thing to tell you before this review is consider the time you go as between 1-3 I believe he closes the castle for a nap. Another Google review has graciously granted this sight one star because of his knowledge of opening times which seems unfair. Another important thing is to consider the number of steps, according to locals it's around 1000 steps. I'm nearing my 30s and I'm pretty unfit so I decided to stop a few times. Luckily there are plenty of places to sit down and enjoy the view.

In the castle itself you'll be greeted by an older gentleman. He doesn't speak really any English but he makes an effort and considering the language barrier he was lovely and really showed us around really enthusiastically. We took a few selfys with him and he showed us some of the sights. We paid €10 for this but it's probably the best €10s spent. Cool place clearly untouched and historic. Worth the visit even if the climb was pretty...

Ruins of the former 13th century castle-fortress "Castello di San Nicola de Thoro-Plano". Although the Aragonese building owes its name to the old church (removed in 1593, and enclosed in the enclosure), it was never used as a residence but a bulwark and refuge for the population against the frequent raids of marauders. Explained in another way, the "castle" or walling used to be rather a settlement built around the then church dedicated to San Nicola, then this "castle" underwent a radical completion only around 1465 , when the Piccolomini family came into possession of the lands, and then In 1593 the collegiate church of San Nicola was suppressed and the religious complex was incorporated into the castle, which was used at least until the beginning of the 19th century , first militarily, then also by the local inhabitants as a mansion to...

What a beautiful experience! It is well worth the walk up those steps where you will be welcomed by an old couple who looks after the castle. The lady who showed us around told us that her family looked after the castle for 4 generations. She used Google translation to tell us all about the history of the castle. We picked some fennels to feed their bunnies, she also showed us all the animals they have and the vegetables they grow. We were offered fresh lemonade and some lemoncello and mint liqueur (you can also buy these at the end). We got to have some freshly picked figs and they kindly gave us some fresh vegetables too to take. Such a fantastic experience, we highly recommend you to visit if you are in Maiori. No entry fee but...