Fossacesia protests exclusion of San Giovanni in Venere from Festival Dannunziano 2026

The municipality of Fossacesia has expressed formal concern following the exclusion of San Giovanni in Venere from the 2026 Festival Dannunziano program. Local authorities have requested clarification from the Abruzzo Region regarding the criteria used for this decision, noting the deep historical and literary connection between Gabriele d'Annunzio and the area.

San Giovanni in Venere is considered a significant site in d'Annunzio's literary imaginary, particularly within works like ‘Il Trionfo della morte’. The local administration has offered its territory and facilities to host future events, emphasizing that the location serves as a vital intersection of history, nature, and literature.

Additionally, the cultural organization I Trabocchi APS has joined the call for a unified voice from Fossacesia. They highlighted the contradiction of the exclusion, noting that the municipality is currently participating in a bid to become the ‘Italian Capital of Books 2027’ and is implementing cultural projects that link the coastline's landscape to d'Annunzio's legacy.