Holiday apartment in Foce Varano between the lagoon and the Adriatic Sea

Foce Varano is situated along a distinctive waterway between the Varano Lagoon and the Adriatic coast. The Foce Varano canal connects the Varano Lagoon with the Adriatic Sea. At the same time, Foce Varano is a seaside destination at one of the mouths of Lago di Varano. Its position at the mouth provides the geographical setting of the town and connects the waterscape of lake and sea. The canal marks the transition from the lagoon to the open coast, while Foce Varano is situated at one of the lake’s mouths.

Beaches between the lagoon and the Adriatic Sea

The partly untouched beaches of Foce Varano stretch between Lago di Varano and the Adriatic Sea. The beach area is therefore located in a transitional zone between the lagoon and the open coast. Lago di Varano is just as much a part of this shoreline setting as the Adriatic. The beaches of Foce Varano are therefore closely connected with the mouth and the transition between the two bodies of water.

A designated natural area on Lago di Varano

The “Isola e Lago di Varano” areas are designated as Sites of Community Importance (SCIs).

Torre Varano Piccola e Grande at the eastern lagoon mouth

The fortified structures Torre Varano Piccola e Grande form part of the local architectural history. The site comprises two towers at the eastern mouth of the Varano Lagoon, located less than one kilometre apart. Both structures are integrated into the built-up area of Foce Varano. The distance of less than one kilometre can be taken into account when planning a day trip to the two towers. The towers and the church are situated at different geographical reference points: the eastern lagoon mouth and the shore of Lago di Varano.

The Chiesa dell’Annunziata e del Crocifisso di Varano by the lake

The Chiesa dell’Annunziata e del Crocifisso di Varano is situated on the shore of Lago di Varano. It was built in the 10th century and extended in the 16th century. Several historical centuries lie between the two construction phases. The church entrance and car park are accessible to people with disabilities. No admission fee is charged for access to the Chiesa dell’Annunziata e del Crocifisso di Varano.

The 14th-century Crocifisso di Varano

The Crocifisso di Varano is a polychrome wooden statue from the 14th century. The people of Ischitella have venerated it for centuries. The artwork is therefore one of the religious testimonies associated with Foce Varano and Ischitella. Its material, date of origin and local veneration give the Crocifisso di Varano a distinctive place in the history of the area.

Discover more places

For further orientation in the surrounding area, here are the direct references to nearby places: San Menaio, Cagnano Varano, Alberona, Vico Del Gargano, Lauro, San Marco La Catola, Segezia and Lido Del Sole.

For the higher-level travel overview: Foggia.