Sea lovers can't help but immerse themselves in the crystal clear waters of the coast of Rocca San Giovanni, which, again this year, obtained the 4 sails from Legambiente .

Rocca San Giovanni overlooks the beautiful Costa dei Trabocchi, characterized by a long series of coves and bays. This stretch of the Adriatic coast is called 'overflow' as the overflow was widely used in this area, i.e. a traditional fishing machine: it is a wooden platform stretched over the sea and anchored to the rocks, from which long arms stretch into the water that support a network called a trunk.

The lush vegetation (pines, medlar, brooms, wild fennel, olive trees, etc.) that serves as the backdrop to the coast blends its scents in a sublime harmony with brackish ones making the atmosphere of Rocca San Giovanni unique and in some ways almost fairytale.

The largest beach is in the hamlet of Foce: characterized by the presence of gravel it is between Vallevò and Punta Torre. This beach is reached from state road 16 at the height of kilometer 484-IV; the Foce is equipped with a large car park and is accessible to the disabled.

Also worth mentioning is the smallest, but well equipped, sandy beach of Cavalluccio, where it is there is a still working overflow and an enchanting stacks, called “Scoglione del Cavuccio”. This beach can be reached along state road 16 where you will find detailed directions.

If swimming in the beautiful waters of Rocca San Giovanni has not overtired you, we recommend a walk immersed in nature through two wonderful trails. The first is the so-called Pine Forest path that connects the Pinewood to the butterflies pit; the journey is approximately one and a half kilometers and during the route, in addition to the dense vegetation, numerous waterways (a stream and several small lakes) will strike you for their beauty.

The second path is the one called the Path of the Source: it is the path that women took in ancient times to go and supply with water. Even during this suggestive walk you can admire a charming stream and feel the intense and pleasant scents of lush vegetation. This route that starts from the town's municipal car park reaches the Fosso di Rocca San Giovanni and the Fonte.

Before leaving and say goodbye to this delightful medieval village, we suggest you visit the natural cave called the Butterfly Grotto , which is located between San Vito and Rocca San Giovanni. The cave is excavated in the sandstone rock and, according to tradition, it periodically populates itself with butterflies. The surrounding environment is characterized by the presence of poplars and willows, as well as animals such as badger, faine and various types of small rodents. During World War II, the natural caves served as a refuge for many fleeing civilians.

Rocca San Giovanni is the ideal destination for all those who love a varied and multipurpose holiday: between sea, caves, medieval village and products typical you will have absolutely no time to get bored.