Petroia Castle is a conglomerate of medieval buildings closed within Castle walls. There are many documents that verify the origins of the Castle, the most important being a decree of the holy Roman Emperor Frederick I, called Barbarossa (Redbeard), dated November 8, 1163.
Since it is situated on a strategic location between Gubbio and Perugia overlooking the Chiascio valley, Petroia Castle was the scene of many important events of the XII, XIII and XIV centuries.

These events are written in numerous documents of that period, which are still conserved. The most important historical event, however, was the birth at Petroia of Federico da Montefeltro on June 7, 1422.

Federico become duke of Urbino and an important man of italian renascence.


From this date, the events of Petroia remain tied to those of Montefeltro family.
The restoration of the entire complex, between 1982 and 1989, aimed at the recuperation of all its parts, almost as if one can read on these walls the history and modifications done to the Castle, either for military or living purposes, like if it were written in a guide.

All of this forms part of its history and the history of the people that lived within its walls.

And Petroia continues to live.

Petroia Castle opens its doors to whomever is in search of an oasis of peace and quiet.
The peacefulness of the area, the cleanliness of the air,the beauty of nature surround
you while living in a refined and welcoming atmosphere ... an atmosphere that is also autentic and ancient.

Here it is possible to enjoy the warm hospitality of an ancient family which, not wanting
to trasform their Castle into a cold museum, preferred to give their guests an opportunity
to live a few days as real lords of the Castle. Six rooms, each whit private bath, livingroom, refrigerator bar,television and telephone, are for our guests who, along with the owners, can live thronghout the Castle, its park, forest and lawns