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| Palmoli |
| Provincia di Chieti, Regione d'Abruzzo |
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| What to see in Palmoli |
| Local sites |
Madonna del Canneto
Located in Roccavivara in the Molise, 10 minutes from Palmoli, this is a medieval church and sanctuary with roman
ruins onsite. The church dates from the XI-XII century and was home to a Benedictine Monastery up to around
1474.
Vasto/San Salvo Marinas
Want to relax and enjoy the sun and sand? At Vasto Marina and San Salvo, less than a half hour by car, you can
find lovely beaches near the warm ocean. Go early in the morning, soak up some sun, then come back to the
mountain to enjoy the cool breezes during the hot afternoon hours. It's also great to take a stroll along Vasto Marina
at night, see the vendors, and, of course, enjoy a gelato.
Vasto
The town of Vasto sits on the hill above the Adriatic Sea. Founded by the Greeks in the 13th century BC, during
Roman times it was called Histonium. Explore the historic center with its churches of San Giuseppe and Santa Maria
and walk along the walls, enjoying the view. There are several outdoor cafes where you can sit and enjoy a drink in
Piazza Rossetti.
Padre Pio
Located in San Giovanni Rotondo on the Gargano Peninsula is the Shrine to Saint Padre Pio of Pietrelcina. This is
the second most visited Catholic Shrine in the world. You can read more about Padre Pio at this site - click here.
San Giovanni Rotondo is 130 km or approximately 2 1/2 hours from Palmoli.
Monte Sant'Angelo
14 miles from the Padre Pio Sanctuary is the Sanctuary of Saint Michael the Archangel at Monte Sant'Angelo. A tour
of the two makes great day trip from Palmoli. The archangel is said to have appeared several times in the cave
there with the first sighting dating back to the year 490. The sanctuary was built in the 13th century with adjoining
crypts entered via a bronze door dating from the 11th century.
Tremiti Islands
An archipelago located in the Adriatic, off the coast of the Gargano Peninsula, the Tremiti Islands (the "Pearls of the
Adriatic") are also considered part of the Gargano National Park. They can be reached by ferry from Vasto or
Termoli, about 1/2 hour drive from Palmoli. The Tremiti Islands are a marine reserve and offer sandy beaches,
hiking, and grottoes to explore.
Abruzzo National Park
From Palmoli, a great day trip is a ride through the National Park of Abruzzo. Start in Pescasseroli where you can
take a stroll through the town. Then drive up towards Barrea with its lake and ancient stone buildings. From there,
head to Scanno with its 13th century church, Santa Maria delle Valle, built upon a pagan temple. Scanno is a
classic Southern Italian hill town, so enjoy the atmosphere. From the town of Scanno, take a ride out to the lake and
enjoy a picnic, take a stroll, or rent a bicycle built for 4 and take a ride around.
Rocca di Calascio
Another great trip is to take a ride up to the ruins of the medieval citadel called Rocca di Calascio (1460 meters
above see level) which is located in the province of Aquila. From there it's a short ride to Santo Stefanio di
Sessano (1251 meters) with its Medici Tower dating back to the 14th-15th centuries.
Roccaraso
If you like to ski, there's a world-class ski resort not far from Palmoli in the town of Roccaraso near Sulmona. It has
130 km of downhill skiing with 70 runs served by 24 lifts.
Located in Roccavivara in the Molise, 10 minutes from Palmoli, this is a medieval church and sanctuary with roman
ruins onsite. The church dates from the XI-XII century and was home to a Benedictine Monastery up to around
1474.
Vasto/San Salvo Marinas
Want to relax and enjoy the sun and sand? At Vasto Marina and San Salvo, less than a half hour by car, you can
find lovely beaches near the warm ocean. Go early in the morning, soak up some sun, then come back to the
mountain to enjoy the cool breezes during the hot afternoon hours. It's also great to take a stroll along Vasto Marina
at night, see the vendors, and, of course, enjoy a gelato.
Vasto
The town of Vasto sits on the hill above the Adriatic Sea. Founded by the Greeks in the 13th century BC, during
Roman times it was called Histonium. Explore the historic center with its churches of San Giuseppe and Santa Maria
and walk along the walls, enjoying the view. There are several outdoor cafes where you can sit and enjoy a drink in
Piazza Rossetti.
Padre Pio
Located in San Giovanni Rotondo on the Gargano Peninsula is the Shrine to Saint Padre Pio of Pietrelcina. This is
the second most visited Catholic Shrine in the world. You can read more about Padre Pio at this site - click here.
San Giovanni Rotondo is 130 km or approximately 2 1/2 hours from Palmoli.
Monte Sant'Angelo
14 miles from the Padre Pio Sanctuary is the Sanctuary of Saint Michael the Archangel at Monte Sant'Angelo. A tour
of the two makes great day trip from Palmoli. The archangel is said to have appeared several times in the cave
there with the first sighting dating back to the year 490. The sanctuary was built in the 13th century with adjoining
crypts entered via a bronze door dating from the 11th century.
Tremiti Islands
An archipelago located in the Adriatic, off the coast of the Gargano Peninsula, the Tremiti Islands (the "Pearls of the
Adriatic") are also considered part of the Gargano National Park. They can be reached by ferry from Vasto or
Termoli, about 1/2 hour drive from Palmoli. The Tremiti Islands are a marine reserve and offer sandy beaches,
hiking, and grottoes to explore.
Abruzzo National Park
From Palmoli, a great day trip is a ride through the National Park of Abruzzo. Start in Pescasseroli where you can
take a stroll through the town. Then drive up towards Barrea with its lake and ancient stone buildings. From there,
head to Scanno with its 13th century church, Santa Maria delle Valle, built upon a pagan temple. Scanno is a
classic Southern Italian hill town, so enjoy the atmosphere. From the town of Scanno, take a ride out to the lake and
enjoy a picnic, take a stroll, or rent a bicycle built for 4 and take a ride around.
Rocca di Calascio
Another great trip is to take a ride up to the ruins of the medieval citadel called Rocca di Calascio (1460 meters
above see level) which is located in the province of Aquila. From there it's a short ride to Santo Stefanio di
Sessano (1251 meters) with its Medici Tower dating back to the 14th-15th centuries.
Roccaraso
If you like to ski, there's a world-class ski resort not far from Palmoli in the town of Roccaraso near Sulmona. It has
130 km of downhill skiing with 70 runs served by 24 lifts.
| Plus, there are many great things to visit within a short ride from Palmoli. Again, this is just a sampling, there's much more to see... |
Castello Marchesale
Built in 1095 by Pandolfo di Sangro, the
castle was part of the defensive and early
warning system in the area along with the
castles in Monteodorisio and Furci. Inside the
castle is the Art & Cultural museum.
The museum will officially open on June 23
for the summer season. A lot has changed,
so even if you’ve already seen it, you should
take some time to visit.
During the months of June and July, the
museum will be open Saturdays and Sundays
from 9:30-12:30 and from 16:30-19:30. In
August, the museum will also be open on
Fridays during the hours previously
mentioned in it will be opened Saturdays and
Sundays for the first 3 weeks in September.
Other local sites to visit that will operate
during the same hours are: the Caldoresco
Castle at Monteodorisio, the Italic Temples at
Schiavi d’Abruzzo, the Museum of Family
Traditions at Castiglione Messer Marino, the
Museum of Vastese Art and Archeology at
San Buono, and the Forest of Don Venanzio
at Pollutri.
Built in 1095 by Pandolfo di Sangro, the
castle was part of the defensive and early
warning system in the area along with the
castles in Monteodorisio and Furci. Inside the
castle is the Art & Cultural museum.
The museum will officially open on June 23
for the summer season. A lot has changed,
so even if you’ve already seen it, you should
take some time to visit.
During the months of June and July, the
museum will be open Saturdays and Sundays
from 9:30-12:30 and from 16:30-19:30. In
August, the museum will also be open on
Fridays during the hours previously
mentioned in it will be opened Saturdays and
Sundays for the first 3 weeks in September.
Other local sites to visit that will operate
during the same hours are: the Caldoresco
Castle at Monteodorisio, the Italic Temples at
Schiavi d’Abruzzo, the Museum of Family
Traditions at Castiglione Messer Marino, the
Museum of Vastese Art and Archeology at
San Buono, and the Forest of Don Venanzio
at Pollutri.
Church of Santa Maria
delle Grazie with its Saint
Valentine chapel
Located inside the town, the
church has many decorations
and statues. The belltower
dates back to 1300. Included
in the church is the chapel of
Saint Valentine.
delle Grazie with its Saint
Valentine chapel
Located inside the town, the
church has many decorations
and statues. The belltower
dates back to 1300. Included
in the church is the chapel of
Saint Valentine.
SS. Madonna del Carmine Sanctuary
Dating from the 13th century, the
Sanctuary was home to a college
founded by Franciscan monks in 1583.
Dating from the 13th century, the
Sanctuary was home to a college
founded by Franciscan monks in 1583.
San Michele
Between Palmoli & Liscia is the grotto of Saint
Michael the Archangel. Here a vision of the
archangel was seen by a cowherd from
Palmoli in the grotto and a chapel was built
around it. You can enter the grotto to see a
statue of the archangel as he may have been
envisioned and drink the "miraculous" water
from the underground spring. Festival - May
8, September
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The Monastery of Saint Anthony
Located about 2 kilometers from San Buono, the
monastery was started in 1575 for the Franciscan Friars.
Dedicated to Saint
Anthony of Padua,
the monastery
receives numerous
pilgrims from the
surrounding areas
and the Molise on
his Feast Day,
June 13.
Located about 2 kilometers from San Buono, the
monastery was started in 1575 for the Franciscan Friars.
Dedicated to Saint
Anthony of Padua,
the monastery
receives numerous
pilgrims from the
surrounding areas
and the Molise on
his Feast Day,
June 13.
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| Want to truly experience Italy? Come visit us here in our corner of Abruzzo. There's much to see and experience, whether you're interested in nature, history, local products or culture. Here are just a few... |
The Italic Temples
This site is located in nearby Schiavi d'Abruzzo and
consists of a large temple dating back to the 2nd
century BC, a smaller temple dating back to the 1st
century BC, the remains of an altar, and the remains of a
wall that dates back to the end of the 3rd and beginning
of the 2nd century BC, and a medieval tower.
This site is located in nearby Schiavi d'Abruzzo and
consists of a large temple dating back to the 2nd
century BC, a smaller temple dating back to the 1st
century BC, the remains of an altar, and the remains of a
wall that dates back to the end of the 3rd and beginning
of the 2nd century BC, and a medieval tower.
