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Things to see in Campobasso (Italy): 38 places and when to go
Campobasso is a town in Italy with around 51,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 38 places in and around it, mainly Hiking (11), Temples (10), History (6). The best known are Campobasso Cathedral, Cathedral of St. Nazarius, St. Celsus and St. Victor and Castello Monforte. The best time to come is March to June and September to October; also possible: November to February and July to August. In June there are 15 h of daylight, and in December, 9 h. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Italy · 41.563, 14.656
- Population
- About 51,000
- Places
- 38 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Hiking (11) · Temples (10) · History (6) · Nature (5) · Mountains (4) · Museums and art (3)
- Best time
- March to June and September to October.
- Also possible
- November to February and July to August.
- Nearest airport
- NAP Napoli, 81 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Monte Vairano, at 998 m.
What to see in Campobasso
The places in and around Campobasso, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Campobasso CathedralChurch building in Campobasso, Italy417 m
- Cathedral of St. Nazarius, St. Celsus and St. VictorChurch building in Trivento, Italy26 km
- Castello MonforteCastle in Campobasso, Italy65 m
- Basilica of Our Lady of Sorrows, CastelpetrosoChurch catholic sanctuary in Castelpetroso, Italy29 km
- Santa Maria della StradaAbbey in Matrice, Italy9.5 km
- Sanctuary in San Giovanni in GaldoArchaeological site of a Samnite sanctuary in San Giovanni in Galdo (CB)9.2 km
- Castello di CapuaBuilding in Gambatesa, Italy22 km
- Immacolata Concezione, RicciaChurch in Riccia (CB), Italy17 km
- Monastero di Santa Maria di MonteverdeBuilding in Vinchiaturo, Italy7.0 km
- Montagna GildoneMountain in Italy12 km
- Monte VairanoMountain in Italy5.7 km
- Monte VerdoneMountain in Italy16 km
- Museo civicoMuseum in Italy9.2 km
- Museo SanniticoMuseum in Campobasso, Italy266 m
- Pesco CartaMountain in Italy20 km
- Sant'Antonio AbateChurch building in Campobasso, Italy251 m
- Santa Maria del ParcoTemples18 km
- Santa Maria della CroceChurch building in Campobasso, Italy346 m
- Sanctuary of the Madonna del Carmine, RicciaChurch in Riccia (CB), Italy17 km
- Athena ParkWith kids3.5 km
- Cammino dell'AcquaHiking20 km
- Cammino della AcquaHiking22 km
- Cantina GiagnacovoWinery18 km
- Castello CarafaCastle in Ferrazzano, Italy3.8 km
And the other 14, by what you come to do:
- History: Castello di Roccamandolfi
- Hiking: Con le ali ai piedi - 16Var, Con le ali ai piedi - 17, Con le ali ai piedi - 18, Con le ali ai piedi - 18var, Con le ali ai piedi - 19, Con le ali ai piedi - 20, Di borgo in Borgo, Tratturo Cortile - Centocelle, Tratturo Lucera-Castel di Sangro
- Museums and art: MAACK – Museo all'Aperto d'Arte Contemporanea Kalenarte
- Temples: Santa Maria del Carmelo
- Nature: Siti di Interesse Comunitario ''Torrente Rivo''
- Food and drink: VI.NI.CA. s.r.l. Società Agricola
When to go to Campobasso
The best time to visit Campobasso is March to June and September to October; also possible: November to February and July to August. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible9:19
- FebPossible10:23
- MarBest time11:40
- AprBest time13:08
- MayBest time14:20
- JunBest time15:00
- JulPossible14:44
- AugPossible13:40
- SepBest time12:16
- OctBest time10:51
- NovPossible9:37
- DecPossible9:00
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 15 h of daylight, and in December, 9 h. In April, 38 of the 38 places are at their best.
When to go to Italy in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Campobasso
The nearest main airport is Naples International Airport (NAP, Napoli), 81 km as the crow flies. How to get around Italy (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Campolattaro9 places25 km
- Pescolanciano16 places31 km
- Piedimonte Matese17 places33 km
- San Felice del Molise8 places34 km
- Castel del Monte14 places37 km
- Guglionesi17 places47 km
And all of Italy, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Campobasso?
The best known: Campobasso Cathedral, Cathedral of St. Nazarius, St. Celsus and St. Victor, Castello Monforte, Basilica of Our Lady of Sorrows, Castelpetroso, Santa Maria della Strada. In all, 38 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Campobasso?
March to June and September to October; also possible: November to February and July to August. In June there are 15 h of daylight, and in December, 9 h.
How do you get to Campobasso?
The nearest main airport is Naples International Airport (NAP), 81 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Campobasso as the destination and these 38 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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