Fossacesia Marina
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Latest page update: 21 May 2025
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By: Dion Protani
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Where to Stay
Where to Stay in Fossacesia Marina
Fossacesia Marina has a good range of established hotels and resorts along the Costa dei Trabocchi, known for comfort, sea views and close proximity to the coastal cycle path. Accommodation here receives consistently strong reviews for service, cleanliness and food quality.
Hotel Levante is the top-rated choice, featuring elegant rooms, a pool, private beach access and excellent guest feedback for its restaurant and professional service (€€€). Hotel La Chiave dei Trabocchi offers stylish accommodation with panoramic terraces, a restaurant and consistently high ratings for comfort and hospitality (€€€). For a reliable mid-range option, Hotel Costa d’Oro provides well-maintained rooms, a restaurant and positive reviews for value and location near the beach (€€).
Hotel Levante is the top-rated choice, featuring elegant rooms, a pool, private beach access and excellent guest feedback for its restaurant and professional service (€€€). Hotel La Chiave dei Trabocchi offers stylish accommodation with panoramic terraces, a restaurant and consistently high ratings for comfort and hospitality (€€€). For a reliable mid-range option, Hotel Costa d’Oro provides well-maintained rooms, a restaurant and positive reviews for value and location near the beach (€€).
Where is
Where is Fossacesia Marina?
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The beach resort of Fossacesia Marina is situated on the Adriatic Coast, in the Province of Chieti part of the comune of Fossacesia.
By car from here you can reach l'Aquila, the regional capital of Abruzzo, in one hour 46 minutes, a distance of 145 kilometres. Among the places of interest within a short distance are Lanciano, Marina di San Vito, Ortona and Guardiagrele. |
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Discover Fossacesia Marina
Set along the Costa dei Trabocchi, Fossacesia Marina is a seaside village in the Abruzzo region, facing the Adriatic Sea. The settlement stretches along a pebble shoreline framed by low cliffs and olive-covered hills, with views extending along the coast towards San Vito Chietino and Torino di Sangro. Its location near the mouth of the Sangro River gives it a distinctive coastal setting, where the landscape of the hills meets the open sea.
The area is known for its traditional trabocchi, wooden fishing platforms that extend over the water, symbolising the heritage of the Abruzzo coastline. Just inland lies the Abbey of San Giovanni in Venere, one of the region’s most important medieval monuments, set on a headland overlooking the sea. Fossacesia Marina offers a mix of beaches, walking paths, and seaside restaurants, with easy access to the Via Verde, the coastal cycling route that follows the old railway line. Its proximity to Lanciano and Fossacesia town connects it to both the coastal and inland traditions of southern Abruzzo.
The area is known for its traditional trabocchi, wooden fishing platforms that extend over the water, symbolising the heritage of the Abruzzo coastline. Just inland lies the Abbey of San Giovanni in Venere, one of the region’s most important medieval monuments, set on a headland overlooking the sea. Fossacesia Marina offers a mix of beaches, walking paths, and seaside restaurants, with easy access to the Via Verde, the coastal cycling route that follows the old railway line. Its proximity to Lanciano and Fossacesia town connects it to both the coastal and inland traditions of southern Abruzzo.
Things to Do
Things to Do in Fossacesia Marina
- Spiaggia di Fossacesia Marina is a long, pebbled beach with clear water and well-equipped lidos offering umbrellas, sunbeds, and casual dining. The beach is part of the Costa dei Trabocchi and is popular for swimming, sunbathing, and snorkelling. Several access points also include free public sections.
- Lungomare di Fossacesia Marina runs parallel to the beach and offers a flat path for walking and cycling, with sea views and shaded benches. It is lined with cafés, restaurants, and gelaterie, and becomes a lively meeting point in the summer evenings. The promenade also links to coastal cycling routes.
- Abbazia di San Giovanni in Venere is located just above the marina, on a hill overlooking the sea and surrounding countryside. The 13th-century abbey includes a Romanesque church and cloister, with frescoes, stone carvings, and a peaceful garden. The panoramic terrace offers one of the best views on the coast.
- Trabocchi di Fossacesia are traditional wooden fishing structures built on stilts along the coast, some of which are still in use or have been converted into restaurants. These historic constructions are unique to this stretch of the Abruzzo coast. They can be admired from the shore or visited by reservation.
- Guided cycling tour along the Via Verde della Costa dei Trabocchi follows a converted railway line running along the sea, ideal for exploring the coastline from Fossacesia to neighbouring towns. The route passes coves, cliffs, and trabocchi, with opportunities to stop for photos, picnics, or beach visits along the way.
Tours and Activities
Fossacesia Marina Tours and Activities
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Fossacesia Marina Photo Gallery
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How to Get to [Place Name]
How to Get to Fossacesia Marina
By Rail: Fossacesia Marina has its own train station, Fossacesia–Torino di Sangro, located along the Adriatic coastal line operated by Trenitalia. Regional trains connect the town to Pescara in about 40 minutes, Vasto in roughly 25 minutes, and Termoli in around 45 minutes. The station is situated close to the seafront, making it convenient for visitors arriving by train.
By Road: Fossacesia Marina is located in the province of Chieti, Abruzzo, along the Costa dei Trabocchi. From Chieti, the drive is around 45 kilometres and takes about 45 minutes via the SS16. From Pescara, it is approximately 60 kilometres and takes roughly 1 hour by car. Parking is available near the beach and along the main promenade.
Nearest International Airports:
By Road: Fossacesia Marina is located in the province of Chieti, Abruzzo, along the Costa dei Trabocchi. From Chieti, the drive is around 45 kilometres and takes about 45 minutes via the SS16. From Pescara, it is approximately 60 kilometres and takes roughly 1 hour by car. Parking is available near the beach and along the main promenade.
Nearest International Airports:
- Pescara Abruzzo Airport: Approximately 55 kilometres from Fossacesia Marina, with a driving time of around 45 minutes via the A14 and SS16. It is the closest airport, offering domestic and short-haul European flights.
- Naples Capodichino Airport: Located about 190 kilometres southwest, taking roughly 2 hours and 40 minutes by car via the A1 and SS652. A good option for travellers from southern Italy or abroad.
- Rome Ciampino Airport: Around 215 kilometres west, with a journey time of approximately 2 hours and 50 minutes via the A24 and A25. Convenient for visitors arriving from across Europe.
Private Transfers
Fossacesia Marina Private Transfers
A private transfer offers a comfortable and efficient way to reach Fossacesia Marina or continue your journey from the coastal town to other destinations in Abruzzo and nearby regions. You’ll be collected directly from your chosen location and driven by a professional local driver, ensuring a smooth and convenient journey without the need for car hire or public transport.
Private transfers can be arranged to and from Abruzzo Airport in Pescara, providing the most convenient option for both arrivals and departures. The journey from the airport to Fossacesia Marina generally takes around 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Transfers can also be organised to Lanciano, Vasto, and Ortona, or to nearby inland destinations such as Casoli, Roccascalegna, and Bomba.
To request a quote or check availability for a private transfer, just fill out the short form below and we’ll get back to you with all the details.
Private transfers can be arranged to and from Abruzzo Airport in Pescara, providing the most convenient option for both arrivals and departures. The journey from the airport to Fossacesia Marina generally takes around 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Transfers can also be organised to Lanciano, Vasto, and Ortona, or to nearby inland destinations such as Casoli, Roccascalegna, and Bomba.
To request a quote or check availability for a private transfer, just fill out the short form below and we’ll get back to you with all the details.
