The Molise it is perhaps one of the most “mistreated” regions of Italy, although it is actually an ideal destination for one holiday dedicated to Art, nature and history.
This region is a place that – in the collective imagination – is considered one rugged and hilly land where nature has shown its destructive power in the past, it is too often considered a mere buffer region between the much more famous Puglia and Marche. In fact, even the hashtag #ilmolisenonesiste it also became a registered trademark in 2016. In reality there are many beauties that this region has to offer.
Thanks to the podium in Judo of Maria Centracchio at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, Molise has managed to bounce back on the world stage also on the sporting level, and certainly with good reason. In addition to the provincial capitals of Campobasso and Isernia, this region is rich in many other scenic, artistic and natural beauties. Below we explore some of them.
Some Molise sites to visit
The La Pineta archaeological site and the National Paleolithic Museum of Isernia: a site dating back to 700,000 years ago and found only in 1979 by the researcher Alberto Solinas makes Molise the destination of an unmissable holiday for all history buffs. It is a vital place for understanding the first human settlements in Europe.
The village of Sepino and the Roman excavations: another dip in history, but this time more recent. In Sepino, in the province of Campobasso, in fact, it is possible to find the remains of theancient Roman town, a “little Pompeii” according to some. The Roman excavations surround a suggestive village, where to spend hours of tranquility and who knows, maybe even taking a ride at local spas.
Termoli, one of the most beautiful villages in Italy overlooking the sea: After the story, here is a breath of a breeze. Termoli is not only the gateway to the Apulian Tremiti, but it is also a small jewel. From the Romanesque cathedral to the massive and fascinating Swabian Castle, you will be spoiled for choice for a pleasant walk.
Campomarino: in a small portion of Italic land where still, surprisingly but not too much, thealbanese, is Campomarino. And if its foundation is attributed to mythical hero Diomedes, also there goodness of wine produced there, it is no exception, so much so that the center is part of the National Association of Wine Cities.
Larino: between Roman architecture and medieval art, this beautiful village is also a favorite place to taste the famous nocino, digestive alcohol prepared with walnuts having an alcohol content of 30 ° / 33 °.
The Collemeluccio-Montedimezzo nature reserve: in the province of Isernia, is one of the 19 UNESCO biosphere reserves existing in Italy. It consists of 300 hectares covered by woods, a unique heritage of flora and fauna that can be visited calmly by stopping in the nearby Pescolanciano.
The WWF oasis of Guardaregia-Campochiaro: not too far from Sepino and, therefore, from Campobasso, it is characterized by two distinct areas: the area of Mount Mutria and the Gorges of the Quirino, with the San Nicola waterfall. These gorges are among the deepest in Europe and offer an unspoiled and spectacular landscape of natural pools, water jumps, caves and pathsi immersed in the thickest vegetation.
The National Park of Abruzzo, Lazio and Molise: although very often it is simply called “Abruzzo National Park”, in reality it is also shared with Lazio and Molise. Its centuries-old beech woods, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2017, represent the first Italian registration in this capacity for ecological value of global significance.
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