Caprile
A beautiful discovery: Caprile, the medieval village of Roccasecca
If you are fond of medieval villages and happen to be in the Frosinone area, you cannot miss Caprile, a small hamlet of Roccasecca. Despite having only 83 inhabitants, this charming village is a hidden gem among the hills of central Italy. We present a brief summary of its history, geography, monuments and infrastructure.
History
Caprile is a village dating back to the 15th century, but its origins date back to the 10th century, when the Hermitage of San Michele, or Sant'Angelo in Asprano, was built. In 1607, Caprile saw the birth of Domenico Colessa, better known as "Papone," who became a famous brigand of the Basso Lazio in the 17th century. During World War II, the village suffered damage caused both by Allied bombings and by the devastation of the Waffen-SS troops.
Geography
Caprile is located on a hill about 250 meters above sea level, very close to the plain of the Melfa river and the Liri Valley. At its feet, there is Mount Asprano, while on the other side, you can reach the village of Colle San Magno. To reach Caprile, you have to drive about 2 km from the nearby Roccasecca or Castrocielo.
Monuments and places of interest
If you visit Caprile, do not miss the opportunity to discover its medieval village, which houses the church of Santa Maria delle Grazie, and the Hermitage of San Michele, also known as Sant'Angelo in Asprano, on Mount Asprano. You cannot miss the chance to admire the Falesia di Caprile, a naturalistic area near the hermitage, and the Archaeological Park of Mount Asprano, where the remains of the Castle of the Counts of Aquino are located.
Infrastructure and transport
Caprile is connected to the Strada statale 6 Via Casilina thanks to the Provincial Roads of the Frosinone province Roccasecca-Castrocielo. Moreover, the nearest train station is Roccasecca Station, located about 5.5 km from the village's slopes, on the Rome-Cassino-Naples railway line and on the Avezzano-Roccasecca railway line. If you travel by car, the nearest motorway exit is "Pontecorvo-Castrocielo" on the A1 (Italy) Motorway.
Conclusion
Caprile is an ideal destination for those who want to discover the historical and natural beauties of Ciociaria. If you love medieval villages, we recommend including Caprile in your travel itinerary in Italy. Come and discover the charm and history of this hidden village among the hills of Lazio.
