Castel Boccale, Livorno in Tuscany, Italy (with Map & Photos)

Castel Boccale, or Castello del Boccale, 🏰 is a postcard-perfect seaside castle located on the Etruscan Coast just south of Livorno, in Tuscany, Italy. If you're seeing it repeatedly and wondering why it keeps catching your eye — here's why:


🏰 About Castello del Boccale

  • Built: Originally a 16th-century watchtower by the Medici family (Torre del Maroccone)

  • Expanded: Transformed in the 19th century into a romantic neo-Gothic castle

  • Modern day: Privately owned, converted into luxury apartments

Castel Boccale Italy
Castel Boccale Italy


🌍 Where Exactly?

  • 📍 Location: On the Via Aurelia, between Antignano and Quercianella

  • 🌊 Facing: The Tyrrhenian Sea

  • 📸 Popular Spot: Known for its breathtaking sunset views and dramatic cliffside setting


Why You’ll Love It

  • Iconic spot for photographers and drone shots

  • Popular for romantic proposals and travel reels

  • Accessible from the coastal road — you can't go inside, but the view from outside is spectacular


💡 Pro Tip

The best time to visit is during sunset or just after a storm, when the waves crash against the rocks and light hits the stone walls of the castle — total cinematic vibes.

Castel Boccale Map