Monfalcone

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Monfalcone is a town and comune of the province of Gorizia in Friuli Venezia Giulia, northern Italy, located on the Gulf of Trieste. Monfalcone means 'falcon mountain' in Italian. ()

Alternative names: Population: 28.1 thous.Area: 7.92 mi²Coordinates: 45°48'28"N, 13°31'58"E

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Friuli-Venezia GiuliaItaly

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Monfalcone – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Sacrario militare di Redipuglia, Rilke trail, Grotta Regina del Carso, Duino Mithraeum.

3.7 miNW
Memorial
Sacrario militare di Redipuglia
94 min walk • The Sacrario militare di Redipuglia stands as a solemn testament to the sacrifice of Italian soldiers during World War I. Located in the northeastern region of Italy, this monumental military memorial serves as a poignant reminder of the human cost of war.
4.6 miSE
Hiking, Hiking trail
Rilke trail
117 min walk • Nestled in the picturesque landscape of northern Italy, the Rilke Trail offers a serene escape for nature lovers and hiking enthusiasts alike. This enchanting path winds along the cliffs of the Gulf of Trieste, presenting breathtaking views of the Adriatic Sea and the...
5.4 miN
Nature, Natural attraction, Cave
Grotta Regina del Carso
137 min walk • Nestled in the rugged terrain of Italy's Carso plateau lies the enchanting Grotta Regina del Carso, a hidden gem that beckons spelunkers and nature enthusiasts alike. This subterranean wonder is not just a mere cave; it is a testament to the natural beauty...
3.5 miSE
Nature, Natural attraction, Cave
Duino Mithraeum
90 min walk • Nestled within the picturesque landscape of Duino, Italy, the Duino Mithraeum emerges as a fascinating historical site, offering a glimpse into the ancient religious practices that once thrived in the region. This ancient cave, believed to have been dedicated to the...
2.1 miNE
Nature, Natural attraction, Lake
Lago di Doberdò
55 min walk • Lake Doberdò is the name of a sinkhole in the Province of Gorizia, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy. It is located on the westernmost edge of the Karst plateau, close to the border with Slovenia. It is named after the village of Doberdò del Lago.
2.9 miNE
Nature, Natural attraction, Cave
Abisso Bonetti
75 min walk • Abisso Bonetti is a Karst cave in the municipality of Doberdò del Lago, 1 km SE from the small village of Bonetti, near Slovenian border. The cave is one of the most famous cavities in the Gorizia Karst.
4.3 miSE
Forts and castles
Duino Castle
110 min walk • Duino Castle is a fourteenth-century fortification located in Duino, near Trieste, Italy, on the cliffs overlooking the Gulf of Trieste. Building commenced in 1389 at the order of the Wallsee family. The ruins of an older castle built in the eleventh century by the Patriarch of Aquileia are located on the grounds.
4.7 miSE
Park
Riserva naturale Falesie di Duino / Naravni rezervat Devinske stene
120 min walk • The Falesie di Duino nature reserve is a protected natural area in the municipality of Duino-Aurisina, in the province of Trieste, bordering the province of Gorizia. It essentially involves the localities of Duino and Sistiana and covers 107...
0.4 miNE
Forts and castles
Rocca di Monfalcone
10 min walk • The Fortress of Monfalcone is a fortification located on the hill behind the town of the same name.
2.5 miNE
Nature, Natural attraction, Cave
Grotta dell'Artiglieria
65 min walk • Grotta dell'Artiglieria is a Karst cave in the municipality of Doberdò del Lago. The cave is located NE of Doberdob Lake, near the top of a small hill, in the small village of Jamiano.
3.7 miNW
45°50'58"N • 13°29'5"E
Parco della Rimembranza
95 min walk • Memorial