Campobasso

Campobasso is the capital of the Molise region, founded before the 8th century as a garrison town. It is historically known for its craftsmanship in producing steel blades, and has a population of around 49,000. The name means literally "low field," though the city itself sits at an elevation of 701 metres in the Apennines and can be quite cold in winter. The Castello Monforte overlooks the city and offers panoramic views, and the Museo Sannitico houses artifacts from the region's ancient Samnite culture.

Campobasso's train station is in the city center and is the terminus for regional and long-distance trains, with connections toward Rome, Naples, Benevento, Pescara, and Termoli.

The train station is about half a kilometre from the city center, reachable on foot, by local bus, or by taxi.

• Castello Monforte — a historic castle overlooking the city, offering panoramic views of Campobasso and the surrounding hills.
• Museo Sannitico — a museum showcasing artifacts from the region's ancient Samnite culture.
• Chiesa della Santissima Trinità — an 18th-century church with a Baroque facade.
• Piazza Prefettura — a central square surrounded by historic buildings, cafes, and shops.

Molise's smaller towns and the Adriatic coast at Termoli are reachable from Campobasso by train.