MARINA DI SAN VITO WALKING TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Under Moon and Stars: Nordic Walking to the Trabocco Turchino
A three-hour guided evening Nordic Walking along Marina di San Vito’s Costa dei Trabocchi—includes a brief technique lesson, a nocturnal visit to the Trabocco del Turchino and stargazing.
Under Moon and Stars: Nordic Walking to the Trabocco Turchino.
A slow, sensory walk along the Costa dei Trabocchi after dusk: participants stride the Via Verde a few steps from the sea, with cicadas and waves as constant companions, the moon reflecting on the water. The guided experience pairs a short Nordic Walking lesson with a night visit to the symbolic trabocco and an opportunity to observe the starry sky—an intentional, tranquil three-hour outing that frames the coast differently from daytime tours.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Moonlit Coastal Walking
Walk the Via Verde at night with the sound of waves and the frining of cicadas in the background—the route is designed to emphasize a calm, sensory connection with the sea under moonlight.
Night Visit to the Trabocco del Turchino
The itinerary includes an exclusive nocturnal visit to the Trabocco del Turchino, the characteristic fishing platform that anchors the experience and frames the coast’s maritime history in silhouette.
An Easy, Panoramic 6 km Stroll
A guided, easy and panoramic route of about 6 km is paced to be relaxing and sensory, suitable for those seeking a peaceful evening on the Costa dei Trabocchi.
What the day feels like
What the evening feels like
The outing unfolds as a deliberate, low‑tempo three‑hour loop: gathering at the welcome point, a short technique session to set pace and posture for Nordic Walking, then a southward walk along the Via Verde toward the Trabocco del Turchino, a guided night visit to the trabocco, and a return to the starting point while pausing to admire the starry sky—sometimes with the aid of a telescope. The atmosphere is tranquil and panoramic, intended to foreground sound and shadow rather than speed.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who gets the most from this outing.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The excursion lasts approximately 3 hours.
Meet at the Welcome Point San Vito Chietino on via Lungomare Sud Ericle d’Antoniola.
The guided route is roughly 6 km, paced as an easy, panoramic walk along the Via Verde toward the Trabocco del Turchino and back.
The operator confirms outings with a minimum of 4 participants and caps groups at 20.
The program includes a short Nordic Walking lesson, a nocturnal visit to the trabocco and stargazing (the outing emphasizes a tranquil, sensory atmosphere).
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the excursion?
The activity lasts approximately 3 hours.
Where do we meet?
At the Welcome Point San Vito Chietino on via Lungomare Sud Ericle d’Antoniola.
How long is the walking route?
The itinerary covers a panoramic, easy route of about 6 km along the Via Verde.
Is prior Nordic Walking experience required?
No—there is a brief introduction and lesson on Nordic Walking technique included before the walk.
What are the group size limits?
The operator requires a minimum of 4 participants to confirm the excursion and accepts up to 20 participants.
What will we do at the trabocco?
The itinerary includes a nocturnal visit to the Trabocco del Turchino as a focal stop on the walk.