Costa dei Trabocchi: traditional fishing structures and landscapes in Abruzzo

The Costa dei Trabocchi in Abruzzo, Italy, is a distinctive stretch of coastline characterized by its unique historical fishing structures known as trabocchi. These wooden machines are built on stilts and extend from the cliffs over the Adriatic Sea, designed to intercept fish using large scale nets. The structures represent a long-standing relationship between local communities and the sea, blending traditional maritime ingenuity with the natural landscape.

For travelers and cyclists using the Via Verde, a scenic route along the coast, specific viewpoints offer panoramic views of these structures. One such location is a lookout point above Punta Cavalluccio, situated between Vallevò and Rocca San Giovanni. Although the ascent is short and steep, the viewpoint provides a 180-degree vista of the cliffs, coves, and the coastline, allowing for a clear view of the trabocchi and the surrounding geological features.