Fossacesia, Historic commune in Province of Chieti, Italy
Fossacesia extends between a hilltop settlement near the Sangro River and a coastal area along the Adriatic Sea at Punta del Cavalluccio bay.
Archaeological findings from the Neolithic period and Roman era demonstrate continuous settlement, with Roman materials incorporated into the Abbey of San Giovanni in Venere.
The town celebrates its patron saint Donato of Arezzo on August 7 with local festivities and holds a traditional grape festival each September.
Visitors can reach Fossacesia via the A-14 motorway exit at Lanciano, with the municipal office providing information at +39 0872 60117.
The municipality contains eight distinct districts including Campidoglio, Colle Cannizza, Fossacesia Marina, Sterpari, and Villa Scorciosa at 142 meters elevation.
Location: Province of Chieti
Capital city: Fossacesia
Elevation above the sea: 142 m
Shares border with: Lanciano, Mozzagrogna, Paglieta, Rocca San Giovanni, Santa Maria Imbaro, Torino di Sangro
Website: https://comune.fossacesia.ch.it
GPS coordinates: 42.25000,14.48333
Latest update: May 27, 2025 09:49
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