Pellestrina
Italy
We will reach Pellestrina Island, a thin stretch of land between the Adriatic sea and the lagoon known for their colourfully-painted fisherman's houses overlooking the lagoon. You will take home with you amazing photos and memories.
Contents
8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation
Welcome to Pellestrina, a long and remarkably thin sliver of land that serves as a protective barrier between the Venetian Lagoon and the Adriatic Sea. Stretching approximately 11 kilometers in length but barely reaching 200…
Listen in the app2The Murazzi — The Great Sea Walls
We are walking along the Murazzi, the monumental sea walls that are perhaps the most impressive feat of Venetian engineering in the 1700s. These 'long stretches of Istrian stone dams' were built to replace the older, fragile…
Listen in the app3The Colorful Houses of the Fisherman's Hamlet
Step off the sea wall and into the heart of the village. The houses here are famous for their vibrant colors—pinks, blues, yellows, and greens. …
Listen in the app4San Pietro in Volta — The Northern Gateway
At the northern end of the island lies San Pietro in Volta, a village that feels even more secluded. Historically, this was the site of significant naval battles, but today it is a quiet retreat for those seeking 'uncontaminated…
Listen in the app5Oasi di Caroman — A Sanctuary for Nature
We have reached the southern tip of Pellestrina: the Oasi di Caroman. This is a protected natural area, home to a 'bird sanctuary' where one can enjoy bird watching of local species like the Kentish Plover and the Little Tern. …
Listen in the app6The Lido Connection — History and Glamour
While Pellestrina is the 'fishermen's hamlet,' it is inextricably linked to its northern neighbor, the Lido di Venezia. The Lido became an 'elite destination' in the early 1900s, attracting visitors from all over Europe with its…
Listen in the app7The Port and Seafront Promenade
Returning to the central part of Pellestrina, we find ourselves on the seafront promenade that faces the lagoon. This is the social heart of the island. …
Listen in the app8Closing
As our tour of Pellestrina comes to an end, we reflect on an island that is both a 'shield' and a 'sanctuary.' We have walked the ancient Murazzi, wandered through the vibrant villages of colorful houses, and breathed the air of…
Listen in the app
What is Pellestrina?
Pellestrina is a place in Italy with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Italy |
|---|---|
| Type | Activity |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 45.2681, 12.2997 |
| Last updated |