Skiing in Abruzzo – snow report
The most popular ski resorts, the updated snow report and useful information on how to find lifts or book accommodation for your winter holiday
Section 1 · Northern Abruzzo
Northern Riviera: Martinsicuro – Alba Adriatica – Tortoreto – Giulianova
The first encounter with the Abruzzo coastline: long sandy beaches, seafront cycle paths, a relaxed atmosphere and an ideal setting for families.
Martinsicuro & Villa Rosa
The northern gateway to Abruzzo, Martinsicuro offers wide sandy beaches, shallow waters and a flat seafront promenade perfect for walking and cycling. The hamlet of Villa Rosa is quieter and more intimate, with beach clubs and some stretches of free beach.
Alba Adriatica
Known as the “Silver Beach”, it is one of the liveliest destinations on the Teramo coast: a tree‑lined promenade, a long cycle path, evening venues and an extensive sandy beach with plenty of facilities.
Tortoreto Lido & Tortoreto Alta
Tortoreto Lido is ideal for those seeking comfort and services, while Tortoreto Alta, perched on the hillside, offers a charming historic village with sweeping views over the entire coastline.
Giulianova
A seaside town with a dual soul: Giulianova Lido, with its equipped beach, marina and tree‑lined promenade, and Giulianova Alta, the historic hilltop centre with squares, churches and scenic viewpoints.
Ideal for
Families, cycling, long stays
Beach type
Fine sand, shallow waters
Highlights
Promenade, cycle path, services
Lively period
June – August
Tip:
the coastal cycle path connects several towns, making it easy to move without a car
between Martinsicuro, Alba Adriatica, Tortoreto and Giulianova.
Section 2 · Southern Teramo Coast
Roseto degli Abruzzi – Pineto – Silvi
A stretch of coastline alternating sandy beaches, pine forests right by the sea, and panoramic viewpoints from the hilltop village of Silvi Alta.
Roseto degli Abruzzi
A historic destination of Abruzzo’s seaside tourism, featuring a wide seafront promenade, well‑equipped beach clubs and a good selection of restaurants and gelato shops. Ideal for families and for those looking for a comfortable base to explore the Teramo hinterland.
Pineto & the Catucci Pinewood
Pineto owes its name to the long pine forest running along the coast: a shaded green strip between the railway and the beach, perfect for walking and cycling. The beach is sandy, with both serviced and free areas.
Silvi Marina & Silvi Alta
Silvi Marina offers a long sandy beach, while Silvi Alta, perched on the hillside, boasts one of the most scenic viewpoints over the Abruzzo Adriatic — especially at sunset.
Character of the area
Seaside, green, panoramic
Train access
Stations along the coast
Recommended for
Relaxation, families, walks
Not to miss
Silvi Alta viewpoint
Note:
this section is easily travelled by train, with short walks or bike rides from the stations
to the beaches.
Section 3 · Urban heart of the coast
Pescara & Francavilla al Mare
The most urban and vibrant stretch of the Abruzzo coastline: an endless seafront, nightlife, full services, and excellent rail and air connections.
Pescara
A modern city facing the sea, with a very long seafront promenade, beach clubs, restaurants and lively evening venues. The Ponte del Mare connects the two sides of the river, offering panoramic views of both the coastline and the inland mountains.
The city centre is just a few minutes’ walk from the beach, with shops, cafés and a vibrant urban life all year round.
Francavilla al Mare
Immediately south of Pescara, Francavilla has a quieter, more residential character, with a long sandy beach and a seafront ideal for evening strolls.
Main strength
Services, urban life, connections
Accessibility
Airport, train station, motorway
Travel style
City & sea
Ideal for
Weekends, short stays
Attention:
during peak season (July–August) traffic and crowds can be significant,
especially on weekends.
Section 4 · Beginning of the Trabocchi Coast
Ortona – San Vito Chietino – Rocca San Giovanni
Here the coastline changes character: from sandy beaches to coves, cliffs and trabocchi suspended over the sea. This is the most iconic and photographed stretch of the Abruzzo coast.
Ortona
A town overlooking a promontory, with a compact historic centre and the Aragonese Castle dominating the sea. South of the town, beaches and coves alternate — some wild and natural, others equipped with services.
San Vito Chietino
One of the symbols of the Trabocchi Coast: the hilltop village offers spectacular views, while the marina below is dotted with trabocchi, some of which have been transformed into seafood restaurants.
Rocca San Giovanni & its coves
The coastline of Rocca San Giovanni features some of the most scenic beaches in the area, with pebbles, crystal‑clear water and rocky cliffs. Access can sometimes be steep, but the reward is a sea with an almost Mediterranean feel.
Coast type
Cliffs, pebbles, coves
Icon
Trabocchi over the sea
Recommended for
Couples, photographers, hikers
Best period
June, September
Tip:
the Via Verde of the Trabocchi Coast, built along the former railway line,
allows you to explore this stretch by bike or on foot, with direct access to the beaches.
Section 5 · Towards the Molise border
Fossacesia – Torino di Sangro – Casalbordino – Vasto – San Salvo Marina
The final stretch of the Abruzzo coastline, where the Trabocchi Coast gradually opens up into wider beaches, dunes and long sandy promenades.
Fossacesia Marina & the Abbey of San Giovanni in Venere
Fossacesia Marina features a pebble beach and a well‑kept seafront promenade, while just above, the Abbey of San Giovanni in Venere overlooks the coast with a sweeping view of the Adriatic.
Torino di Sangro & the Lecceta Reserve
A more natural stretch of coastline, home to the Lecceta Nature Reserve of Torino di Sangro and less urbanised beaches — ideal for travellers seeking a closer connection with nature.
Casalbordino Lido
A wide beach, partly sandy and partly pebbly, with beach clubs and free areas. It is a good base for exploring both the coast and the inland area around Vasto.
Vasto Marina & San Salvo Marina
Vasto Marina offers a long sandy beach, with dunes and more natural stretches towards the Punta Aderci Reserve (just to the north). San Salvo Marina, the last coastal town in Abruzzo, concludes the journey with a modern seafront and a wide, regular sandy beach.
Character of the area
Mixed: natural & seaside
Scenic viewpoints
San Giovanni in Venere, Punta Aderci
Ideal for
Itinerant trips, car & bike
Southern border
San Salvo Marina → Molise
Final tip:
if you have time, dedicate at least a full day to the Vasto and Punta Aderci area —
among the most scenic spots along the entire coastline.
Useful Information
Official Contacts · Coastal Nature Reserves
Phone numbers and references for guided tours, info points and accessibility.
| Nature Reserve | Location / Municipality | Phone | Website / Email |
|---|---|---|---|
| Torre del Cerrano | Pineto / Silvi | +39 085 9492322 | www.torredelcerrano.it |
| Punta Aderci | Vasto | +39 345 3378661 | www.puntaderci.it |
| Lecceta of Torino di Sangro | Torino di Sangro | +39 333 7971892 | www.leccetaditorinodisangro.it |
| Borsacchio Reserve | Roseto degli Abruzzi | +39 085 894531 | www.comune.roseto.te.it |
| Ripari di Giobbe | Ortona | +39 085 905 7230 | |
| Pineta Dannunziana | Pescara | 085 42831 |
Travelling by Train
The Adriatic railway line stops in almost all the locations mentioned. The most “sea‑centric” stations are:
- Alba Adriatica / Tortoreto (for the Northern Riviera)
- Pineto–Atri (direct access to the pinewood)
- S. Vito–Lanciano (main access point to the Via Verde)
- Vasto–S. Salvo (for the southern stretch)
Travelling by Bike
Bike to Coast is the project connecting the entire Abruzzo coastline. The most spectacular section is the Via Verde (42 km between Ortona and Vasto).
Note: In summer, bicycles can be taken on the regional “Trabocchi Line” trains running between Pescara and Termoli.