Valle dell’Orfento, Caramanico Terme
Are you tired of the tourist crowds in Rome and Venice? Ready for an authentic Italian experience that’s truly off the beaten path? Let’s explore Abruzzo, another one of Italy’s best-kept secrets! 😉
The Wild Heart of Italy 🐺🏞️
Santo Stefano di Sessanio | winter
Imagine a place where wolves and bears still roam free, where ancient villages cling to mountainsides, and where time seems to have stood still. Welcome to Abruzzo’s interior!
🏔️ Must-visit: Gran Sasso & Monti della Laga National Park
🏘️ Hidden gem: Santo Stefano di Sessanio
A Feast for the Senses 🍝🧀🍖
Spaghetti alla chitarra w/ pancetta & saffron
Abruzzo isn’t just a feast for the eyes – it’s a paradise for food lovers too. The region’s culinary traditions are deeply rooted in its pastoral heritage, resulting in hearty, honest fare that’ll warm your soul.
🍽️ Where to eat:
Agritourism La Meridiana, Castel del Monte
Agritourism Sapori di Bea, Abbateggio
🍴 Must-try dishes:
Spaghetti alla chitarra with guanciale and saffron⬆️
Arrosticini (lamb skewers)
Liquid Gold and Ancient Vines 🍇🍷
The Abruzzo wine region: a medieval home to Montepulciano
No trip to Abruzzo would be complete without diving into its liquid treasures.
🍷 Wine experience: Visit Emidio Pepe Winery in Torano Nuovo
🍸 Unique liqueur: Try Centerba at the Centerbe Toro distillery in Tocco da Casauria {Italian for ‘100 Herbs’}.
Where Sea Meets Sky 🌊🏖️
Trabocco Punto Isolata – Rocca San Giovanni
While Abruzzo’s interior is its wild heart, the coastline offers its own charms.
🏖️ Beach to visit: Punta Aderci Nature Reserve, Vasto
🌅 Dinner with a view: (according to Gambero Rosso’s list “best places to eat on the Trabocchi coast/Abruzzo”, try Gli Ostinati, for dinner on a trabocco!
The Road Less Traveled 🚗🗺️
Roseto degli Abruzzi – Lido di Tataruga (turtle beach)
Abruzzo is a reminder that sometimes, the best experiences lie just off the beaten path. It’s a place where you can lose yourself in nature, indulge in authentic flavors, and connect with a way of life that’s fast disappearing elsewhere.
So next time you’re planning an Italian getaway, consider veering southeast to Abruzzo. You might just find that in losing the crowds, you gain a richer, more authentic slice of la dolce vita. After all, isn’t that what travel is all about? 💖🇮🇹
Remember, when planning your Abruzzo adventure, embrace the spirit of “slow travel”. Take time to savor each moment, each view, and each bite. Your perfect Italian itinerary awaits in this undiscovered corner of bella Italia! 🇮🇹✨
Learn more about this beautiful southern Italian region: check out Abruzzo’s official tourism page: Regione Abruzzo
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