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Day Trips · Molise, Molise

Vasto & the Abruzzo Coast

  • TransportTrain (about 15–20 min Termoli to Vasto-San Salvo) or car (30 min)

Just over the border in Abruzzo, Vasto is an elegant historic town on a balcony above the Adriatic, with the Palazzo d'Avalos, panoramic Loggia Amblingh and a long sandy marina below. The Costa dei Trabocchi stretches north with its old timber fishing platforms, many now converted into seafood restaurants. It is an easy, quick train hop from Termoli for beaches, a historic old town and a trabocco lunch.

Practical information for Vasto & the Abruzzo Coast
Travel time Half to full day
Getting there Train (about 15–20 min Termoli to Vasto-San Salvo) or car (30 min)
Cost Train €4–6 each way

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Highlights

  • Historic old town and Palazzo d'Avalos
  • Panoramic Loggia Amblingh terrace
  • Long sandy beaches at Vasto Marina
  • Costa dei Trabocchi fishing platforms
  • Trabocco seafood restaurants

Tips for visiting

  • The train is faster and easier than driving and parking
  • book a trabocco restaurant ahead in summer