San Vito Chietino, Coastal commune in Province of Chieti, Italy
San Vito Chietino extends across 16 square kilometers of land at 122 meters above sea level, overlooking the Adriatic Sea from its rocky position.
The settlement maintained an active port during the Roman imperial period that continued operations through the 10th century, facilitating maritime trade across the Adriatic.
The town celebrates its patron Saint Vitus each year on June 15 with traditional festivities that bring together the entire community.
Travelers can access the town via the A14 motorway with an exit at Lanciano or through the coastal road SS 16 Adriatica.
The coastline features traditional wooden fishing platforms called trabocchi, constructed by local fishermen in the 18th century as innovative fishing stations.
Location: Province of Chieti
Capital city: San Vito Chietino
Elevation above the sea: 122 m
Shares border with: Lanciano, Ortona, Treglio, Frisa, Rocca San Giovanni
Website: https://comunesanvitochietino.it
GPS coordinates: 42.30000,14.45000
Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:33
The Abruzzo region contains medieval villages, Roman sites and natural parks. The mountain fortress Rocca Calascio stands at 1460 meters elevation. The Gran Sasso and Majella national parks offer hiking trails through mountain terrain. On the coast, Ortona has beaches on the Adriatic Sea. The region produces saffron in Navelli and pasta in Fara San Martino. The parks house wolves and bears, while historic towns like Sulmona display Roman and medieval structures.
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