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A short hike leads to the ruins of a small castle once owned by a baronessa in the late 1800s to 1910. Legend has it she was intent on hiding her broken vows of chastity by causing the mysterious disappearances of the men and boys she had seduced. Locals say these victims met their end in the castle’s dungeon or the quicksand that dotted the surrounding area.
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Castello della Baronessa Scoppa, - Località Lacina, 88062 Cardinale CZ, Italy
The hike to the castle ruins is about 8 km one-way, but you can avoid most of it by driving carefully along the access road for roughly 6–6.5 km until reaching the gate marking the trailhead. Beyond the gate, the trail is scenic and well-signed, guiding visitors to the Castello.
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November 2, 2025
