Exploring the Area
Abruzzo has something for everyone. Clean beaches are a short drive away. You can walk, hike or climb and ski the mountains, explore the tumultuous history of World War 2 or simply while away your time relaxing in restaurants and bars. Good food is a given here.
Trabbocchi Coast
The fabulous Trabocchi coast stretches a full 70km along the Adriatic. Most of the original Trabocchi (fishing huts on piles) are now seafood restaurants. Worth a trip.
Local Festas
There's a festa in almost every town and village in the summer. Enjoy traditional pageantry in the daytime followed by a feast of music & food in the evenings.
All Year Beauty
Whatever time of year you visit, Abruzzo is breathtaking. By car, the Ivy is just 45 minutes to the remarkably uncrowded ski-slopes.
Giro D'Italia
Abruzzo is a regular feature on Giro D'Italia. Get up close and personal with the cyclists as they head for the challenging mountain climbs.
The Gole and Other Walks
For an easy walk, visit the ruined monastery at the throat of the mountains. To book something more challenging visit the Museo Archeologico at Fara San Martino.
Easter in Abruzzo
Easter in Abruzzo is an experience unlike any other. The 100 strong male-choir singing Selecchy's Il Miserere at Chieti's torchlit procession is spine tingling.
Lazy Beach Days
When it's hot, you'll find spotless beaches just 30 minutes from the Ivy. Choose from sand or pebbles, either way the sea is marvellous and delicious gelato is close by.
Wildlife Wonders
Wildlife is everywhere. Spot cinghiale, foxes & deer crossing the roads. Search out bears & wolves in the mountains. We found this adorable goat at the Festa in Casoli.
Food Heaven
Pizza, porchetta, arrosticini or something more sophisticated? Fresh fish, amazing cheese or the best olive oil ever? A week simply isn't enough to taste Abruzzo.
History in Living Memory
Explore Abruzzo's fascinating WW2 history. Starting from Civitella Messer Raimondo, walk the Gustav Line and visit the tragic remains of Gessopalena.
Local Life
Abruzzo is famous for its Montepulciano wines and the quality of its olives. Why not visit a local winery or see the olive harvest in action?
Sagre
Just like the festas, practically every village and town has its own sagre, celebrating their own local produce. Italy didn't have to invent slow food, It was born here.