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Ortona is the best choice if you are looking for a holiday full of possibilities. Clean sea, sandy coastline and sheer cliffs, activities, cultural events, food and wine. Discover the Costa dei Trabocchi on our E-Bikes.
Trabocchi Coast
The Costa dei Trabocchi, in the heart of Abruzzo, is one of the most evocative stretches of coastline on the Adriatic. This coastline, between Ortona and Vasto, is famous for its ancient wooden constructions called trabocchi, fishing piles that overlook the sea and tell stories of tradition and ancient crafts. Here, nature alternates between golden beaches, hidden coves and rocky promontories, while the crystal-clear sea invites you to relax, swim or explore the coastline by kayak or bicycle along the famous Costa dei Trabocchi Greenway Cycling Trail in the province of Chieti. Today, many trabocchi have become cosy seaside restaurants: perfect places to enjoy fresh fish dishes surrounded by breathtaking views, where every sunset becomes an unforgettable experience.
Pescara - shopping, museums and evening life
Overlooking the Adriatic Sea, with a history that blends antiquity and modernity, Pescara is a destination that holds pleasant surprises for its visitors. From golden beaches to the traces of the famous poet Gabriele d'Annunzio, Pescara offers a rich mix of culture, relaxation and adventure. Famous is the evening life between typical clubs and cutting-edge wine and food. Don't miss the new museums "Imago" of contemporary art and "The Museum of the 19th century' with its unique collection. Also unique is the museum dedicated to "Andrea Pazienza". Also worth a visit: The birthplace museum of Gabriele d'Annunzio and the Museo Cascella The Museo delle Genti d'Abruzzo. Pescara is Abruzzo's queen of shopping. Wide streets full of shop windows of the best international fashion brands. Great choice of food and wine venues.
Fossacesia - the Abbey of San Giovanni in Venere
Abbey of San Giovanni in Venere: one of the most impressive monastic complexes in Abruzzo, dating back to the 12th century and perched on a hill overlooking the Adriatic; its Romanesque architecture and cloister are fascinating to visit. The promontory dominates the Gulf of Venus, a stretch of coastline rich in history and sea views.
Crecchio - historic village and castle
The Ducal Castle of Crecchio now houses the "Museum of Early Medieval and Byzantine Abruzzo": an elegant manor house dominating the village, known for having been the refuge of the Italian royal family in 1943. A characteristic historical centre, among the most beautiful villages in Italy, with alleys, churches and palaces that tell centuries of history in the Val di Foro.
Tollo - history in agriculture
The ruins of the Roman Villa of Tollo (in the locality of San Pietro), now part of the Cantina Feudo Antico- is a place where millenary history and modern viticulture meet. Origin and historical importance The archaeological remains belong to a rustic villa from the Roman-Imperial period, probably active from the 1st century B.C. to the 6th-7th centuries A.D., with traces of frequentation also in the Middle Ages linked to the later presence of the church of San Pietro. Excavations have brought to light productive structures linked to agriculture, especially wine and oil production, evidence that the area was already a centre of agricultural processing in Roman times.
Abruzzo Parks Region
Abruzzo is nicknamed "Region of Parks" or "Green Heart of Europe" because more than 30% of its territory is protected, hosting 3 national parks (Gran Sasso, Majella, Abruzzo Lazio and Molise), 1 regional park (Sirente Velino) and more than 30 nature reserves. This high level of protection guarantees the conservation of biodiversity that is unique in the Mediterranean. Here are the main natural parks in Abruzzo: Abruzzo, Lazio and Molise National Park (PNALM): Established in 1923, it is one of the oldest and most famous in Italy, known for its protection of the Marsican brown bear, the Apennine chamois and the wolf. Gran Sasso e Monti della Laga National Park: Home to the highest peak in the Apennines (Corno Grande) and the Campo Imperatore plateau, known as "little Tibet". Majella National Park: Recognised as a UNESCO Geopark, it is characterised by wild mountains, Celestine hermitages and canyons. Sirente-Velino Regional Park: Includes peaks, karst plateaus and the impressive Stiffe Caves. In addition to national and regional parks, Abruzzo boasts numerous nature reserves, such as the Lake Campotosto reserve, the Sagittario Gorges, and coastal reserves such as Punta Aderci. The region is an ideal destination for hiking, birdwatching, skiing and sustainable nature tourism, offering a landscape that varies from high peaks to the coast in a short distance.
