Overview
Avezzano serves as the main gateway to the Marsica mountain region of Abruzzo. The city is rebuilt almost entirely after the catastrophic 1915 earthquake that destroyed the historic center, making it a living lesson in resilience and reconstruction.
Architecture · Day Trips · History · Nature · Trekking
Before you go
History
The 1915 earthquake destroyed the original city; modern Avezzano was rebuilt in the 1920s-30s. The draining of Lake Fucino (completed 1876) transformed the regional economy.
Money
Euro (€) is the local currency. ATMs are available near Piazza Risorgimento and the train station. Cards accepted at most hotels and restaurants.
Transport
Avezzano sits on the Rome-Pescara rail line. TUA and Cotral buses serve regional destinations. The SS5 Via Tiburtina Valeria passes through the city.
Weather
Spring and summer are ideal for outdoor activities. The Fucino plain can experience temperature extremes. Winter brings snow to surrounding mountains.