Incendio del Castello
The reenactment of the Ottoman assault of 1566 with a fireworks display over the Castello Svevo of Termoli
About Incendio del Castello
The memory of a siege
The Incendio del Castello is the historical reenactment with which Termoli, in the province of Campobasso, commemorates the Ottoman assault of 1566: in that year, the troops of the Turkish corsair Pialì Pasha attacked and devastated the Adriatic city. The event, held on Ferragosto, transforms the memory of that dramatic episode into one of the most beloved spectacles of the Molise summer.
The fireworks display
The highlight arrives at midnight, when an impressive fireworks display engulfs the walls of the Castello Svevo, a symbol of Termoli, simulating the burning of the ancient fortress. The light and fire show, admired by thousands of spectators on the seafront and from the beaches, is the culmination of the evening.
Costume parade and celebration on the seafront
In the afternoon, a costume parade reenacts the protagonists of the siege—16th-century Saracens and fishermen—bringing the historic center to life. The northern seafront is filled with street food stands and music, in a festive atmosphere that combines historical reenactment and entertainment. The event is part of the Summer Termolese program.
Incendio del Castello — edition 2026
For Ferragosto 2026, Termoli renews the reenactment of the Ottoman assault of 1566. The day includes in the afternoon the costume parade with 16th-century Saracens and fishermen, the animation of the northern seafront with street food stands and music, and the grand finale at midnight with the fireworks display between the walls of the Castello Svevo.
Programme Incendio del Castello 2026
August 15 — Ferragosto
- Afternoon — Costume parade through the historic center: reenactment of 16th-century Saracens and fishermen
- Evening — Northern seafront animated with street food stands and music
- Midnight — Fireworks display: the "burning" of the Castello Svevo walls
Highlights Incendio del Castello 2026
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Practical information — Incendio del Castello
How to get there
Termoli is reachable by train (Adriatic line) and by car from the A14 motorway (Termoli-San Severo exit). The Castello Svevo and the northern seafront are in the heart of the city, reachable on foot.
Tips
For the midnight fireworks display, it is advisable to arrive early on the seafront. Program available at estatetermolese.com.
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Where does it take place — Incendio del Castello
Castello Svevo e lungomare nord
Via del Castello, 86039 Termoli