Hidden Gems Abruzzo

Secret places off the beaten path

Discover the hidden treasures of Abruzzo that aren't in every guidebook - from secret beaches to hidden mountain villages.

Trabocco Punta Tufano
Restaurant
Trabocco Punta Tufano
San Vito Chietino

One of the most authentic trabocchi - dine on fresh fish directly over the sea, as people did 100 years ago.

Eremo di Santo Spirito
Culture
Eremo di Santo Spirito
Majella National Park

A 13th-century hermitage hidden in a cliff face - a spiritual power place.

Punta Aderci Beach
Beach
Punta Aderci Beach
Vasto

One of the last unspoiled natural beaches in Italy - no sunbeds, no umbrellas, just nature.

Cantina Frentana
Wine
Cantina Frentana
Rocca San Giovanni

Small family winery with wine tasting and views over the vineyards to the sea.

Village of Guardiagrele
Village
Village of Guardiagrele
Guardiagrele

Medieval mountain village of artisans - famous for goldsmithing and sweets.

Verde Waterfalls
Nature
Verde Waterfalls
Borrello

The highest natural waterfalls in Italy (over 200m) - hidden in the hinterland.