Bonefro, Province of Campobasso, Molise

Near the spring of the Tona stream, the town enjoys a fine view on the valley as far as the seaside, among wide hills.

Info

Altitude: 606 m a.s.l
Territory: hilly
Population: about 1800 inhabitants
Zip/postal code: 86041
Dialing Area Code: +39 0874
Frazioni & Localities: San Vito.

History

Bonefro was inhabited since very ancient times, though the earliest historical docuemnts date back to the late 10th century; it was part of the Norman countdom of Loritello, then other feudal lords were Atenolfo De Stipite, and the Boccapianola and De Guevara families. A very typical tradition is repeated on the Epiphany, when groups of musicians go from house to house singing folk motifs.

What to see

Parish church, with a precious marble altar and 16th century crucifix.
The castle was probably originally built by the Lombards and has still two towers and remains of the walls
The beautiful fountains of Fonte dei Ciechi and Fonte Pie' della Terra.

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Provinces of Molise

Campobasso | Isernia

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Campobasso | Isernia

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