Passeggiata dei trabucchi

Beneath the ramparts of Termoli's old town, the Passeggiata dei trabucchi follows the shore from the foot of the Swabian Castle toward the port. Along the route, wooden fishing platforms recall a distinctive way of working the Adriatic coast.

Why it matters

Trabucchi allowed fishermen to work in rough seas without putting boats out. The municipality identifies them as one of Termoli's symbols, and the promenade connects this fishing heritage with the defensive walls and harbour.

What to notice

A trabucco is a wooden platform anchored to the rock, with long arms supporting nets lowered from fixed positions. The route gives views of the old town walls, the castle and cathedral above, and the harbour at its end.

Context and history

The Comune records that Termoli's first trabucco was built around 1850 by Felice Marinucci, who had seen similar structures in Abruzzo. The promenade follows the seaward side of the old defensive circuit, linking the town's fishing and fortification histories.