Termoli, Medieval coastal commune in Molise, Italy
Description
Termoli is a commune in the province of Campobasso, in the Molise region on the Adriatic coast, with an old town on a promontory above the sea. Narrow lanes lead through the historic walls down to the beach, connecting the upper center with the coastline.
History
The settlement traces its origins to the 5th century BC, with archaeological evidence from prehistoric burial grounds discovered in the Porticone and Difesa Grande districts. Over the centuries, the site evolved from a small settlement into a fortified center on the coast.
Culture
The fishing port maintains traditional wooden structures called trabucchi along the coast, contributing to the local maritime heritage and fishing methods. These constructions emerged from the need to catch fish from land without using boats.
Practical
The town serves as a transportation hub with train connections, proximity to multiple airports, and regular ferry services to the Tremiti Islands. The visit is possible year-round, though summer months are best suited for access to beaches and maritime activities.
Did you know?
Vico II Castello within the old town walls ranks among the most restricted pedestrian streets throughout the European continent. The lane is so narrow that two people can barely pass each other without turning sideways.
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Castello Svevo
255 m
Termoli Cathedral
348 m
Sinarca tower
3 km
Spiaggia di Termoli
433 m
Spiaggia di Rio Vivo
1.5 km
Meridiano tower
587 m
Termoli lighthouse
295 m
Museum of Contemporary Art in Termoli (Macte)
1 km
Spiaggia Litorale Nord
4.9 km
Termoli Sotterranea
342 mPalazzo Vescovile
341 mIl Sogno
535 m
Borgo fortificato
355 m
Chiesa di Sant'Anna
362 mTermoli necropolis
2.2 kmSeminario diocesano
62 mFiume Biferno (confluenza Cigno - alla foce esclusa)
7.7 kmBorgo fortificato
5.8 kmConvergenza 42°N-15°E
537 mA Rejecelle
301 mA Rejecélle
303 mBenvenuti a Termoli
150 mTrabucco Celestino
367 mTeatro Verde
915 mSpiaggia del Lungomare Nord
6.6 kmVista Borgo e spiaggia nord
119 mBelvedere
256 mBelvedere
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