Holiday apartment in Barletta: castle, art and beaches

Holiday apartment in Barletta between castle and art

Barletta showcases its history at prominent sites, in collections and religious buildings. In the historic centre lies the Castello Svevo, an imposing castle built by the Hohenstaufens. Those who choose a holiday apartment in Barletta can plan their stay around art, monuments, sacred sites and nearby beaches.

Art at Castello Svevo and Palazzo Marra

The Museo Civico has been housed in Castello Svevo since 2003. It contains archaeological finds and paintings by artists from Barletta. The castle is thus directly connected with a place where regional art and archaeological evidence come together.

A particular focus is found on the second floor of the Baroque Palazzo Marra: this is where the Pinacoteca “Giuseppe De Nittis” is located. The De Nittis collection comprises 146 paintings and 65 drawings, as well as books and a correspondence. For culture-minded days, Barletta therefore offers different ways to explore – from archaeological finds to an in-depth encounter with a single artist.

Monuments with a long history

The Colosso di Barletta is a 4.50-metre-high bronze statue in late antique Roman and Byzantine imperial attire. It has stood at its current location within Barletta’s urban fabric since the Early Middle Ages. The Colossus of Barletta monument is also located in the vicinity of Barletta.

The Osteria “di Veleno”, better known as “Cantina della Disfida”, is also located in the historic centre. According to tradition, the Frenchman La Motte insulted the honour of the Italian soldiers there.

Sacred sites and museums in the surrounding area

The Basilica del Santo Sepolcro preserves a fragment of Christ’s cross, which is venerated by the faithful. Its Gothic style and close connection with the Holy Land shape another aspect of Barletta’s cityscape. The Tesoro del Duomo di Santa Maria Maggiore Museum and the Barletta - Città della Disfida Museum are also located in the vicinity.

Beaches and gardens for different types of holiday

Massawa Beach is located in the vicinity of Barletta, while Spiaggia Verde beach lies in the surrounding area. Also in the vicinity are the Orto Botanico di Barletta and the Giardini De Nittis, both referred to as gardens. These places offer different highlights and help you shape your own daily rhythm between culture, time outdoors and relaxation.

A holiday apartment in Barletta to suit your plans

When choosing a holiday apartment in Barletta, you can therefore take your preferred focus for the trip into account: art at the Museo Civico or in the Pinacoteca, the castle and the Colosso, sacred history, beaches or the places referred to as gardens. Barletta railway station offers assistance to travellers with disabilities or reduced mobility. This specific mobility aspect can therefore also be included in your personal assessment of the location.

Further destinations

For further travel planning, you can also discover Canosa Di Puglia, Margherita Di Savoia, Trani and San Ferdinando Di Puglia.

For the higher-level travel overview: Barletta-Andria-Trani.