Atessa

The town stretches across two hills reaching 435 meters above sea level, overlooking the Sangro River valley with its stone buildings and ancient walls.

The settlement emerged in the 5th century after the Western Roman Empire, developing into a strategic position controlled by various noble families including the Courtenay dynasty.

The Cathedral of San Leucio combines Gothic external architecture with Baroque interiors, featuring metalwork by the master craftsman Nicola da Guardiagrele.

Visitors reach Atessa via the A14 motorway exit at Val di Sangro, located 70 kilometers from Chieti with multiple accommodation options near the historical center.

Casa De Marco, an ancient castle transformed into the Ethnographic Museum, displays 17th-century windows and architectural elements from its noble residence period.

Location: Province of Chieti

Capital city: Atessa

Elevation above the sea: 435 m

Shares border with: Altino, Archi, Bomba, Carpineto Sinello, Casalanguida, Casalbordino, Colledimezzo, Gissi, Guilmi, Lanciano, Montazzoli, Paglieta, Perano, Pollutri, Sant'Eusanio del Sangro, Scerni, Tornareccio, Villa Santa Maria

Website: http://comunediatessa.it

GPS coordinates: 42.06667,14.45000

Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:36