Trabocchi (singular trabocco) are stilt constructed fishing platforms that can be seen along the Chieti section of the Abruzzo coast. Using trabocchi, fishermen can access areas where the sea is deeper and the fish more plentiful, without using a boat.
The first time I saw a trabocco I was amazed. Spider webs and leggy insects came [...]
The first time I visited Abruzzo I stayed in Francavilla al Mare in the Chieti province. It is a small seaside town, which acts as a good base for exploring the rest of Abruzzo. It is about 8km from Pescara and about 8km from Pescara airport. It is served by buses linking it to Pescara [...]
I’ve added two pages to the About Abruzzo site.
Maps and Transport, you may find them useful.