Lignano Sabbiadoro
Welcome to Lignano Sabbiadoro, the pearl of the Adriatic!
If you're looking for a tourist destination to spend your holidays, Lignano Sabbiadoro is the perfect destination for you! We are a municipality located in Friuli-Venezia Giulia, with a population of around 6,837 inhabitants. Our location, situated on the Upper Adriatic bordering Veneto, offers several high-quality tourism services.
A description of our city
Physical geography
Lignano Sabbiadoro is located on a green peninsula about 50 kilometers from Udine and 90 kilometers from Venice and Trieste. The city is situated between the Marano lagoon to the east and north, the left bank of the Tagliamento River to the west, and the Upper Adriatic to the south. Our municipality is the last in the province, and it is a small appendix of the Veneto-Friulian lowland and the Friulian lowland.
Hydrography
Lignano Sabbiadoro is located on the high coast of the Adriatic. Our city enjoys a privileged position from the waters of the Marano lagoon. Furthermore, the presence of the Tagliamento River, which flows into the Adriatic, offers a unique spectacle that combines nature with the town.
Climate
Lignano Sabbiadoro has a temperate climate, with average temperatures ranging from 18°C in spring to 28°C in summer. Thanks to the city's privileged location, the climate is mild and pleasant even in winter. Also, the sea helps create a refreshing and cool environment.
The history of Lignano Sabbiadoro
Lignano was already inhabited during the Roman Civilization, which had built a military outpost for the lagoon control. The city's name, "Lignanum," probably derives from the presence of wolves in the area frequented by these animals. Until the arrival of the Republic of Venice, the city had only eight inhabitants on the tip. It was not possible to access it by carts, but only on foot along the new road.
The resort developed in the 1930s of the twentieth century. The first hotel settlements date back to the end of the nineteenth century when the peninsula was only reachable by sea. The pine forest was the predominant element of the area, and the only rural settlements were located along the lagoon's coastline.
In 1903, the first modest beach establishment was built, followed by the first hotel. However, due to malaria in the marshes adjacent to the peninsula, Lignano's development only occurred after the hydraulic reclamation works of unhealthy territories carried out in the 1920s. In 1926, the first municipal road was opened between the localities of Lignano and Latisana, allowing the birth of a first residential nucleus.
In 1935, with the establishment of a Tourist Board, the name Sabbiadoro was added to promote the city. In 1938, Lignano Sabbiadoro had about a thousand beds with a tourist movement estimated at over sixty thousand presences.
Conclusions
In conclusion, Lignano Sabbiadoro offers its visitors a wide range of high-quality tourism services. Its privileged location, history, and climate make it an ideal destination for holidays. The city, which has developed consistently along the Upper Adriatic coast, offers many activities for all tastes. Don't hesitate to come and visit us!
