The history of Piobbico is contained in the Brancaleoni Castle (XIII – XVII centuries) which dominates the populated area from the top of the hill to the medieval village which nestles alongside on the same hill.

The village (Borghetto) is a medieval complex that along with the castle forms a harmonious unit and is closed off by 2 gates, one at the bridge over the Candigliano river, the other at via Cupa, beneath the church of S. Pietro, erected in the XIVth century and extended in 1773.

The Castle underwent considerable building work, additions, changes and decoration continually from late medieval times until the late 16 hundreds.

The Brancaleonis, probably descendents of the Longobardis, abandoned their first fort of Mondelacasa (still visible today are the castle remains on a summit beneath Monte Nerone, called Muracci).  They built the castle in the XIIIth century on a pre-existing ancient Piobbico community (Publicum), still traceable in the N-E wing of the palace.

The Brancaleoni Castle has been the object in recent years of skilful restoration, the work of the Carli company, which has restored it to its ancient splendour, giving to the visitor one of the most beautiful palaces of the Montefeltro area.

To have a guided tour on weekdays ring 0722 986225 or ring the museum curator on 333 4509981.

Visiting Times

Weekdays 09,00 – 12,00 15,30 – 18,30

Feast days 10,30 – 13,00 15,30 – 18,30

Closed on Mondays