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Barletta Walking Tour: the town of Challenge
Province of Barletta-Andria-Trani
À propos
Discover Barletta, in Puglia, famous for the Disfida di Barletta of 1503 between 13 Italian and French knights.
The guided tour begins with an external visit to the Barletta Castle, founded by the Normans in the 11th century and later expanded by the Spanish, with imposing bastions and walls reflecting its defensive past.
Continue to the Cathedral of Saint Maria Maggiore, dating to the 12th century, with a Romanesque façade and Gothic rear; inside, three naves and valuable architectural elements highlight its importance.
Stroll through the historic center of Barletta, among narrow streets and charming views rich in tradition.
The tour then continues with the discovery of the Colossus of ...
Points forts
2 heures
Proposé en Anglais & Italien
Annulation gratuite
Billet mobile
2 heures
Proposé en Anglais & Italien
Annulation gratuite
Billet mobile
Ce qui est inclus
Visit the Basilica of the Holy Sepulchre
Visit the Cathedral of Saint Maria Maggiore
Private walking tour of Barletta with licensed tour guide
Admire the Norman Barletta Castle ( external visit )
Admire the Curci Theatre in neoclassical style ( external visit )
Stroll through the charming historic center
Nourriture et boissons
Prise en charge et retour à l'hôtel
Billet d'entrée au château
Points de rendez-vous
Départ
Giardini Fratelli Cervi
Meeting point at entrance of the castle (Giardini fratelli Cervi)
GPS: 41.320477, 16.288317
Retour
Informations importantes
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Des options de transport en commun sont disponibles à proximité
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Déconseillé aux voyageurs ayant une mauvaise santé cardiovasculaire
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Adapté à tous les niveaux de condition physique
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Peut être exploité par un guide multilingue
Politique d'annulation
Pour un remboursement complet, annulez au moins 24 heures avant l'heure de départ prévue.
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Pour un remboursement complet, vous devez annuler au moins 24 heures avant l'heure de début de l'expérience.
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Les délais limites sont basés sur l'heure locale de l'expérience.
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Si vous annulez moins de 24 heures avant l'heure de début de l'expérience, le montant que vous avez payé ne sera pas remboursé.
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Cette expérience nécessite un nombre minimum de voyageurs. Si elle est annulée parce que le minimum n'est pas atteint, on vous proposera une autre date/expérience ou un remboursement intégral.
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Toute modification effectuée moins de 24 heures avant l'heure de début de l'expérience ne sera pas acceptée.
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Discover Barletta, in Puglia, famous for the Disfida di Barletta of 1503 between 13 Italian and French knights.
The guided tour begins with an external visit to the Barletta Castle, founded by the Normans in the 11th century and later expanded by the Spanish, with imposing bastions and walls reflecting its defensive past.
Continue to the Cathedral of Saint Maria Maggiore, dating to the 12th century, with a Romanesque façade and Gothic rear; inside, three naves and valuable architectural elements highlight its importance.
Stroll through the historic center of Barletta, among narrow streets and charming views rich in tradition.
The tour then continues with the discovery of the Colossus of ...
Points forts
2 heures
Proposé en Anglais & Italien
Annulation gratuite
Billet mobile
2 heures
Proposé en Anglais & Italien
Annulation gratuite
Billet mobile
Ce qui est inclus
Visit the Basilica of the Holy Sepulchre
Visit the Cathedral of Saint Maria Maggiore
Private walking tour of Barletta with licensed tour guide
Admire the Norman Barletta Castle ( external visit )
Admire the Curci Theatre in neoclassical style ( external visit )
Stroll through the charming historic center
Nourriture et boissons
Prise en charge et retour à l'hôtel
Billet d'entrée au château
Points de rendez-vous
Départ
Giardini Fratelli Cervi
Meeting point at entrance of the castle (Giardini fratelli Cervi)
GPS: 41.320477, 16.288317
Retour
Itinéraire
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Château souabe de Barletta
The Barletta Castle appears externally as a massive fortress surrounded by a wide moat, with imposing corner bastions and thick walls that highlight its defensive function. Its current form reflects Aragonese and Spanish expansions, with regular, compact lines dominating the urban landscape and conveying a strong sense of solidity and power ( external visit )
30 minutes
2
Colosse de Barletta
The Colossus of Eraclius in Barletta is a majestic bronze statue over 5 meters tall and a symbol of the city. It depicts an Eastern Roman emperor, likely Heraclius or Theodosius, characterized by a solemn appearance with armor and a crown. Linked to local legends, it is one of Barletta’s most iconic and striking monuments.
15 minutes
3
Cathédrale Sainte-Marie-Majeure
The Cathedral of Santa Maria Maggiore in Barletta is the city’s main religious building, characterized by a sober and elegant Romanesque façade. The interior, with three naves, preserves medieval architectural elements, while the Gothic rear section reflects different construction phases, creating a fascinating contrast of styles.
30 minutes
4
Basilica del Santo Sepolcro
The Basilica of the Holy Sepulchre in Barletta is one of the city’s most important religious sites, historically linked to pilgrimages to the Holy Land. The building features a simple Romanesque façade, while the interior, with three naves, preserves medieval architectural elements and reflects its role as a place of welcome for travelers and crusaders. A site rich in history, spirituality, and tradition.
30 minutes
5
Teatro Curci
The Curci Theatre in Barletta is an elegant 19th-century building in neoclassical style, a symbol of the city’s cultural life. Its refined façade, with harmonious lines and decorative details, leads to a welcoming interior that hosts performances, concerts, and events, keeping the city’s artistic tradition alive ( external visit )