Fuscaldo

The reference to the ancient "hot springs", healthy spring waters already known in antiquity, is one of the reminders of Fuscaldo's Latin past. In the Middle Ages, it became a prestigious centre, dominated by the remains of the original castle (Castrum Fuscaldi, 12th century), Palazzo Valenza and embellished with a series of tuff portals (hence known as "Village of a Hundred Portals") and religious buildings. Don't miss a visit to the churches in the historic centre: the Mother Church, contemporary to the castle, and the Church of Immacolata, with its tall bell tower supported by 12 tuff columns. A noteworthy building is the birthplace of Vienna da Fuscaldo, mother of St. Francis of Paola, near the convent, now used as a pilgrims' hostel.

When to visit Fuscaldo? An interesting destination all year round, Fuscaldo Marina comes alive in summer, welcoming bathers with services and amenities for all tastes, a beach with a view of the sunset and the unmissable Anchovy Festival: a festival celebrating the famous Fuscaldo anchovies, whose fishing has been the main source of livelihood for the community for years. The festival is one of the most eagerly awaited summer events in Calabrian gastronomy, dedicated to lovers of blue fish.