A cylindrical stone tower stands 33 metres high on the southern side of a fortified hill, overlooking the old town. Built between 1390 and 1402 as part of a larger castle complex, its plain, weathered walls rise from a base shaped like a regular polygon. The tower was a defensive addition commissioned by the feudal lord Artus d'Anjou to reinforce the existing medieval castle. Today, it remains among the most prominent ruins of the fortification, which also include a second, more distant watchtower and the remains of the central castle structure. The area around the ruins is wooded and peaceful. The tower is reached on foot from the historic centre of Maddaloni. Visitors should park in the town and locate either Via Sambuco or Via Fabio Massimo. These streets lead uphill to the start of a path signed as Via Castello. This track eventually becomes a rough, gravelly surface as it climbs through Mediterranean scrub towards the castle ruins. The walk is strenuous and requires sturdy footwear; a bottle of water is recommended, particularly in warm weather. Note: Access to the grounds is generally considered free, though entry into the tower itself is not possible. Sources: Derive Suburbane; VisitItaly; FAI - Fondoambiente.it; Comuni-Italiani.it.