To the Discovery of the wonders of this territory.
The village of Fossanova nestled like a jewel between the centuries-old olive groves and the Pontine countryside, is an oasis of peace within walking distance of everything. Connected by the Rome-Naples railway line and the A4 freeway, it is easily reachable and with fast and well organized trips you can reach all the main tourist and historical-artistic sites.
The scent of the countryside, the sound of the sea and the taste of a cuisine rich in tradition and territory are just some of the many things you can discover and experience by organizing a trip out of town in the Borgo e Dintorni.
The Village & Priverno
The Abbey, the village and the Museum of Fossanova
Discover the historical and architectural memory of Fossanova with the visits of the archaeologists of the Polo Museale.
T. 0773 938006.
Priverno and Archaeological and Medieval Museum
Privernum Archaeological Area
Sunday afternoon workshops for children
T. 0773 912306 – 347 2330323
The Sea Surroundings
Less than half an hour crystal clear waters and beautiful beaches. The Pontine coast is really varied, between the sea and small villages is a perfect tourist destination for every kind of vacation.
Sabaudia
So loved by Pasolini and Moravia, Sabaudia is just 15 minutes from the village of Fossanova, and can also be reached by car.
Leaving the car on the coastal road, after a short walk through its famous dunes, you arrive at the sea ready for the first dive. A must stop is at Lake Paola, one of the largest coastal lakes in Italy.
Sabaudia
So loved by Pasolini and Moravia, Sabaudia is just 15 minutes from the village of Fossanova, and can also be reached by car.
Leaving the car on the coastal road, after a short walk through its famous dunes, you arrive at the sea ready for the first dive. A must stop is at Lake Paola, one of the largest coastal lakes in Italy.
San Felice Circeo
The legends linked to the mythology of Ulysses make it a fascinating destination to discover. It seems that the Mount of Circe was a small piece of the Island of Elba, which decided to break away and sailed for years, landing in that strip of land semi-emerged, becoming a dense and impenetrable bush, now Circeo National Park and destination for lovers of trekking.
A handful of kilometers from Sabaudia, San Felice has a very varied coastline, an ideal place for lovers of surfing and kitesurfing.
Not less gives you the relaxation of a walk through the streets of the small village, among typical dishes and souvenirs in craft stores.
San Felice Circeo
The legends linked to the mythology of Ulysses make it a fascinating destination to discover. It seems that the Mount of Circe was a small piece of the Island of Elba, which decided to break away and sailed for years, landing in that strip of land semi-emerged, becoming a dense and impenetrable bush, now Circeo National Park and destination for lovers of trekking.
A handful of kilometers from Sabaudia, San Felice has a very varied coastline, an ideal place for lovers of surfing and kitesurfing.
Not less gives you the relaxation of a walk through the streets of the small village, among typical dishes and souvenirs in craft stores.
Terracina
Perfect for those who travel with friends and want to have fun when they return from the sea, Terracina is certainly one of the busiest places of the entire Pontine coast. To see the temple of Jupiter Anxur, from its height you can admire a unique and romantic view of the whole promontory.
You cannot miss a visit to the ancient part of Terracina.
A little further away the sea of Sperlonga and Gaeta and the Pontine islands.
Other tourist destinations that deserve a stop on your vacation around the village.
Abbey of Valvisciolo
Abbey of Casamari
Collepardo and Certosa di Trisulti
Immersed in the green of centuries-old forests lies this famous and majestic Charterhouse, founded by Pope Innocent III and then entrusted to the Carthusian monks (hence the name “Certosa”).
Inside can be visited the Church, the ancient Pharmacy of the seventeenth century, the gardens, the refectory and the Cloister.
The Village of Sermoneta and its Castle
(40 min from Fossanova)
A village of medieval origin very characteristic, its walls, stone houses and the ups and downs of the streets give it a particular charm. Its castle, with its medieval furnishings and frescoed rooms, is one of the most famous examples of defensive architecture in Lazio. Magnificent the court with the well, for years the stage of concerts and cultural events.
The Gardens of Ninfa
(40 min from Fossanova)
Not far from Sermoneta, the garden of Ninfa, a natural monument by Gelasio Caetani. A beautiful English garden that houses over a thousand plants, crossed by numerous irrigation streams and the river Ninfa. Elected by the New York Times as the most beautiful and romantic in the world.
The Chocolate Museum in Norma
(40 min from Fossanova)
Open since 1995, it is the first Italian “Chocolate Museum” with a precise didactic purpose, an opportunity to know all the phases of cocoa processing.
tel 0773.354548
Museum of the Brigant of Sonnino
(15 min from Fossanova)
The museum documents the phenomenon of banditry, with particular reference to the character of the bandit Gasparone. On display are prints by Pinelli and the edicts of the Papal State and the Kingdom of Naples against the brigands.
tel. 0773/98039
Historical Museum of Piana delle Orme
(20 min from Fossanova)
The museum complex is part of the farm of the same name. It is divided into two large sections, the first one dedicated to life in the fields and everyday life in peacetime with a focus on Vintage Toys, Reclamation and colonization of Agro Pontino. The other one is dedicated to the Second World War, with period reconstructions and many historical finds.
Villa of Fogliano in Sabaudia
The charming village of Fogliano, ancient feud of the Caetani family, overlooks the lake of the same name and is an integral part of the Circeo Park. The Botanical Garden of Villa Fogliano is definitely worth a stop on your vacation.