Holiday apartment in Marina Schiavonea – Coast, fishing village and culture

Marina Schiavonea combines the coast with fishing history, cultural destinations and regional cuisine. The historic fishing village of Schiavonea was inhabited exclusively by fishermen. The coastal sights of Marina di Schiavonea include historic buildings connected with fishing as well as the Mediterranean fairgrounds. The fishing village’s former way of life is just as much a part of the character of the area as its connection to the coast.

Fishing village and cultural sites

In the historic centre of Schiavonea, the Taverna is one of the notable architectural monuments. The Santuario di Maria SS.ma ad Nives is located in Marina di Schiavonea and bears the nickname “Madonna Nera”. The Fiera Palace at Schiavonea is a palace in the vicinity of Marina di Schiavonea. Visitors interested in architecture can plan the historic centre and the surrounding area as two parts of their sightseeing. Visitors with a religious interest can associate the sanctuary with the celebration of Santa Maria ad Nives.

The Museo Minimo and the Museo Internazionale “Raccolta di Arte Presepiale” are also located in the vicinity of Marina di Schiavonea. Both are museums; the Castello Ducale is a castle in the same area. In addition to the sanctuary and the Taverna, those interested in culture will find museums and a castle in the area around Marina di Schiavonea.

Coast, promenade and Porto di Corigliano

There is also a specific choice of places by the water: in the vicinity, alongside the beach of the same name, Marina di Schiavonea, are Spiaggia Fabrizio, Spiaggia Salicetti and Spiaggia Villaggio Thurium. These beach locations supplement the seafront promenade with further coastal points in the vicinity of Marina di Schiavonea. The seafront promenade of Marina di Schiavonea is suitable for a walk. The Porto di Corigliano is located in the Schiavonea district. From there, coastal excursions can include swimming, guided diving and fishing activities. For planning a day by the water, the seafront promenade and excursions departing from Porto di Corigliano can be considered separately. Swimming, guided diving and fishing activities represent different options on the water.

Regional cuisine and living tradition

At the Costa degli Achei, blue fish landed in Schiavonea is one of the region’s food products. The celebration of Santa Maria ad Nives in Schiavonea includes a procession to the sea. At the Costa degli Achei, blue fish landed in Schiavonea is one of the region’s food products; the regional cuisine of Marina di Schiavonea is connected to the coast. The procession to the sea connects the feast day of Santa Maria ad Nives with the coastal area.

Further places for planning your trip

Marano Marchesato, Campora San Giovanni, Praia A Mare, Marina Di Fuscaldo, Lattarico, Cutura, Amendolara and Acquappesa Cs add to your further trip planning.

For the higher-level travel overview: Cosenza.