Welcome to Sulmona

25/02/2020

As of today, this page is no longer active. Thank you to those who have supported us over the past seven and a half years. It has been fantastic! Arrivederci Sulmona. Katy & Susanna.

25/02/2020

PERSONAL RECOMMENDATION: This local theatre company only performs in Italian but their fantastic devised pieces are outstanding and visually very exciting. If you are fortunate enough to be in town when they're performing, make sure you go along. You won't be disappointed.

Corsi e Laboratori di Teatro a Sulmona e ovunque.
Formazione e Spettacoli.

25/02/2020

PERSONAL RECOMMENDATION: Our favourite local vineyard. You can buy the excellent Pietrantonij wine in all the usual places in Sulmona and also visit their cantina in nearby Vittorito. Make sure you plan a trip while you are visiting Sulmona, but book ahead!

Pietrantonj boasts a history of more than 200 years, with its complex fabric of passionate commitment, traditions, and innovation. Secure documentation dates back as early as 1791, testifying to the activities of our family, which have always focused on viticulture and agriculture.

25/02/2020

PERSONAL RECOMMENDATION: If you are planning a tour of Abruzzo and want to experience something a little different, check out this great B&B near Teramo. It is for grown-ups only and it has a gorgeous pool too! The charming English speaking hosts are well known for their hospitality and their knowledge of the area.

A boutique Bed & Breakfast just 10 minutes from the historic Roman town of Teramo, Abruzzo. Our aim

25/02/2020

PERSONAL RECOMMENDATION: For those of you who are interested in 'Campo 78' - the POW camp just outside of Sulmona - this is how to stay in touch. Right now it is closed for essential works but we hope it will reopen in the not too distant future. So if you want to make contact, or find out about tours, you should like their page here: Una Fondazione per il Morrone

24/02/2020

PERSONAL RECOMMENDATION: If you're looking for foody activities such as cooking classes, wine tasting and the like, look no further. Abruzzo with Gusto have it all and give you great advice too. Don't hesitate to get in touch and book something special for your visit to Abruzzo.

All about Abruzzo. ABRUZZISSIMO is a digital English-language publication delivered to your email box

24/02/2020

PERSONAL RECOMMENDATION: If you are looking for linens in Sulmona, look no further. This store is located opposite the Nuovo Borgo Shopping Mall on Viale Repubblica and stocks a wide range of quality bed linen, towels and table linen. It's a cut above so if you are done with IKEA this store is for you!

Giannantonio Home è un'azienda presente nel settore dell'arredo casa dal 1928.

24/02/2020

PERSONAL RECOMMENDATION: We love this B&B. The location is second to none and your hosts will be friends for life. Don't hesitate to get in touch if you are planning a visit to Sulmona anytime soon.

Nel cuore di Sulmona, affacciato su Piazza Garibaldi, il B&B Sei Stelle è l'unica struttura ricetti

24/02/2020

PERSONAL RECOMMENDATION: the first anglophone resource for Abruzzo. Stay in touch for slow travel and culture info.

Cherry-pick Abruzzo - Ideas, tips & storytelling
from our community of English speakers & ex-pats

24/02/2020

PERSONAL RECOMMENDATION: Stay in touch with Stuart Haines for info on the many wonderful walks available in the Sulmona area, and on the new 'Anello della Valle Peligna' project.

Walk descriptions from across the Sulmona Valley for everyone to download and enjoy!

24/02/2020

PERSONAL RECOMMENDATION: For those of you who like to get away from it all, this wonderful campsite is located only an hour from Sulmona but seems a world away. Bring your own tent or stay in one of the bell tents provided. Stunning views, total peace & tranquillity and wonderfully attentive English-speaking hosts.

� Un piccolo paradiso immerso nella natura, con un ethos di tranquilità, sostenibile e slow trav

23/02/2020

PERSONAL RECOMMENDATION: If you want to stay in touch to keep up to date with festival dates, place a 'Like' here. The 4-day film festival takes place in Sulmona every November and features shorts from Italy and around the world. The standard of entries is very high and the festival is well-supported and extremely professional.

SULMONA International Film Festival (SIFF) is a festival for short films in Sulmona (ITALY)

23/02/2020

PERSONAL RECOMMENDATION: If you have a little shopping planned while you are in Sulmona, you should check out this great men's store. It stocks lots of wonderful shirts and accessories at very reasonable prices. You'll also enjoy a top level of service making the whole experience an absolute delight from start to finish. It's located under the portico on Corso Ovidio near the War Memorial at Piazza Tresca.

Personal blog

23/02/2020

PERSONAL RECEOMMENDATION: We love this store! It's full of stylish home accessories and great 'Made in Italy' gifts too. You'll find it on Corso Ovidio just before the junction with Piazza Plebiscito (Santa Maria della Tomba).

Local business

23/02/2020

PERSONAL RECOMMENDATION: If you need help with your Italian taxes, or paying local bills, get in touch with Valeria. She speaks excellent English and she knows everyone in Sulmona - very handy when you need some advice!

23/02/2020

A charming and well-restored family house located in a quiet 'frazione' near the popular village of Introdacqua. It offers comfortable accommodation for up to 6 people over 3 floors with 2 bathrooms, a sunny kitchen / diner overlooking the garden and views of the fields and mountains beyond. It's a short walk into the village and a 5 minute drive to Sulmona. Contact the English-speaking owners direct to arrange a viewing or to request further details.

http://welcometosulmona.com/properties/for-sale-introdacqua/

For sale in Introdacqua: a traditional, fully renovated stone-built house with land on the outskirts of the popular village.

23/02/2020

PERSONAL RECOMMENDATION: This is the best confetti shop in town. You'll find it under the portico at the end of Corso Ovidio, near the War Memorial at Piazza Tresca. Lots of floral arangements, bags of different flavours, a nice selection of other typical products & excellent service.

Dal semplice confetto personalizzato alle più raffinate realizzazioni di confetto in calza, lavorat

18/02/2020

From the archive:

http://welcometosulmona.com/sulmona-for-kids/

Get the most from a family holiday in and around Sulmona, a child-sized town. Read on and find out all of the possibilities in Sulmona for kids

11/02/2020

From the archive:

http://welcometosulmona.com/abruzzo-film/

Over a hundred films have been filmed in Abruzzo, with many internationally renowned directors setting their stories among the landscapes of our region...

03/02/2020

From the archive:

http://welcometosulmona.com/home-home-part-2/

Now you have your very own property here, how to go about settling in and maybe making a new life for yourselves? Learn how with our advice.

02/02/2020

This gorgeous apartment in Sulmona's centro storico has been reduced down to the very attractive price of €299.000 (£252,000 / $333,000 US / $497,000 AUD / $440,000 CAD). It has been fully restored and offers modern, open- plan living for 6 people. There are only a small number of properties with private gardens in the heart of Sulmona making this a very attractive proposition. Are you looking for a stylish vacation rental, or maybe even your forever home? Get in touch with the English-speaking owners direct for more information, or to arrange a viewing.

PRICE REDUCED: Properties with private gardens in the historic centre of Sulmona are extremely rare. Restored in 2013, this 140 m2 open-plan apartment is in immaculate condition and ready to move into.

29/01/2020

From the archive:

http://welcometosulmona.com/ciambelle-san-biagio/

Keeping warm in winter with "Ciambelle di San Biagio" cookies! Learn how to bake this sweet treat from Abruzzo with Antonella Santacroce

27/01/2020

From the archive:

http://welcometosulmona.com/a-home-from-home/

Buying property in Sulmona and the Valle Peligna: insider views and useful tips for anyone considering to buy a home in the valley.

24/01/2020

From the archive;

http://welcometosulmona.com/walking-quiz-sulmona/

Take this walking quiz of Sulmona’s hidden corners and wander along the principal street of the historic centre of town. Suitable for all members of the family.

21/01/2020

From the archive:

http://welcometosulmona.com/ladrogheria/

Learn some useful vocabulary with our dual-language articles! Here Paola introduces us to a special kind of shop called ‘la drogheria’.

14/01/2020

Are you looking for your forever home, or maybe just for family vacations? This delightful village house, located near the popular village of Introdacqua (10 minutes by car from central Sulmona) has recently been restored and offers spacious and stylish accommodation for 6 guests, over 3 floors. Get in touch with the owners direct for more information, or to arrange an appointment to view.
€149.000 / £128,000 / $166,000 US / $240,000 AUS

http://welcometosulmona.com/properties/for-sale-introdacqua/

For sale in Introdacqua: a traditional, fully renovated stone-built house with land on the outskirts of the popular village.

12/01/2020

From the archive:

http://welcometosulmona.com/31reasons/

Here are 31 reasons why Abruzzo spoils you for life. Come and see for yourself why our little corner of central Italy is so very special!

05/01/2020

We're not updating this one for 2020, however last year's calendar of events here in Sulmona will give you a good idea about what to expect and at what time of year.

http://welcometosulmona.com/annual-calendar-of-events/

2018 Calendar of Events in Sulmona. Always plenty to experience! Most weeks of the year there is something interesting in Sulmona and the Valle Peligna.

05/01/2020

From the archive:

http://welcometosulmona.com/circular-driving-itineraries-from-and-back-to-sulmona/

Here are 8 different circular driving tours - all starting from Sulmona. Get a wonderful impression of our beautiful Abruzzo from the comfort of your car!