What to see and do nearby

Bel campà is immersed in a quiet countryside, between hills and sea.
The surroundings offer open landscapes, small villages, trails and beaches easily reachable by car, without crowds or fixed routes.

We don’t suggest attractions to “tick off”, but places to experience slowly, following your own rhythm and the season.

Nature trails

PUNTA ADERCI NATURE RESERVE

One of the last truly natural stretches of the Adriatic coast. Cliffs, pebble beaches, vineyards and open sea coexist without invasive infrastructure. Ideal for walking, observing and pausing, rather than “doing”.

PUNTA PENNA BEACH

A wide stretch of golden sand where, at certain times of the year, you can enjoy both sunrise and sunset over the sea. The presence of the lighthouse and the harbour creates an unusual contrast, making the landscape less polished and more authentic. Perfect for those who love wide spaces and long horizons.

MARINA DI PETACCIATO PINE FOREST

A simple coastal pine forest, shady and pleasant during the hottest hours. It naturally connects countryside and sea, without sharp boundaries. A quiet, uncrowded place to slow down and reconnect.

TRABOCCHI COAST

A stretch of coast dotted with small coves, cycling and walking paths, and ancient fishing structures. More than a single destination, it is a route to be explored slowly, choosing where to stop along the way.

FARA SAN MARTINO GORGE

A narrow, vertical canyon — a fracture in the rock of the Majella — marking the beginning of a trail that leads towards Monte Amaro. A powerful visual and sensory experience.

ORFENTO VALLEY

One of the wildest areas of the Majella. A gorge carved by water, with trails, woods and silence. Nature here is not domesticated: it requires respect, time and attention.

VERDE WATERFALLS

Among the highest natural waterfalls in Italy, fed by the Verde river and set in a still little-urbanised woodland area. The water drop is impressive, yet the surroundings remain intimate and accessible, with paths that allow observation without forcing the landscape.

CAVALLONE CAVES

Among the highest visitable caves in Europe, suspended between rock and void. Access is spectacular, but the experience remains essential: stone, silence, constant temperature.

Historical and artistic routes

VASTO

A town suspended between sea and hills. Its historic centre unfolds among palaces, loggias and gardens overlooking the Adriatic, with layers ranging from Roman times to the 19th century. A visit alternating walking and pauses.

CASTLES OF THE ALTO VASTESE

From Monteodorisio to Palmoli, from Ortona to Roccascalegna, castles punctuate hills and ridges. More than isolated monuments, they are viewpoints on the landscape and the defensive history of the region.

SAN SALVO ARCHAEOLOGICAL AREA

A compact archaeological site preserving traces of the Roman city. Small and understated, but interesting for those who enjoy reading the land through its remains.

CHIETI

One of the oldest cities in Abruzzo, with a dense historic centre, important museums and a remarkable archaeological area. Ideal for those who appreciate less touristy urban contexts, where history coexists with everyday life.

Spiritual routes

SANCTUARY OF MADONNA DELLE GRAZIE (MONTEODORISIO)

One of the gems of our small village. Characterised by light-blue vaults and Liberty-style frescoes, a rare feature in a religious building.

SANCTUARY OF MADONNA DEI MIRACOLI (CASALBORDINO)

One of the main Marian sanctuaries in the region, destination of pilgrimages and religious festivities. The architecture is imposing, yet the atmosphere remains deeply popular and heartfelt.

ABBEY OF SAN GIOVANNI IN VENERE (FOSSACESIA)

Overlooking the sea, it is one of the most fascinating monastic complexes on the Adriatic. The relationship between architecture and landscape is its true strength, along with the cloister and the evocative crypt with 13th-century frescoes.

CHURCH OF SAN FRANCESCO (LANCIANO)

Home to the relic of the first Eucharistic miracle of the Catholic Church. Don’t miss the Renaissance frescoes in the underground spaces. In Lanciano, we also recommend visiting the imposing Basilica of Madonna del Ponte.

TOMB OF THE APOSTLE THOMAS (ORTONA)

Preserved in Ortona’s cathedral, it is an internationally significant pilgrimage site, linked to the figure of the Apostle Thomas and historical ties with the East.

HERMITAGES OF THE MAJELLA

From the Hermitage of Sant’Angelo to San Bartolomeo in Legio and Santo Spirito, these are isolated places often reachable only on foot. More than visits, they are experiences of silence and subtraction.