Il-Foss, Fgura

#44 among attractions in Fgura

Arenas and stadiums, Sport venue, Sport

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The Zabbar Ground better known by its nickname Il-Foss is a football ground in Ħaż-Żabbar, Malta. It is the home ground of Maltese football club Zabbar St. Patrick. It was built in 1972 with construction debris on the old ditch located in front of the Notre Dame Bastion on the outer perimeter of the famous Cottonera Lines of fortifications. ()

Opened: 1972 (53 years ago)Capacity: 1000Coordinates: 35°52'45"N, 14°31'47"E

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Il-Foss – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Malta at War Museum, Inquisitor's Palace, Collegiate Church of Saint Lawrence, Parish Church of Our Lady of Graces.

0.6 miNW
Museum, Military museum
Malta at War Museum, Fgura
16 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Fgura, Malta, lies the Malta at War Museum, a poignant tribute to the island's heroic struggle during the Second World War. This museum is a testament to the resilience and bravery of the Maltese people in the face of adversity, capturing the...
0.7 miNW
Museum, History museum
Inquisitor's Palace, Fgura
18 min walk • The Inquisitor's Palace, located in the picturesque town of Fgura in Malta, is one of the most fascinating historical attractions of this Mediterranean country. Currently functioning as a museum, the site allows visitors to delve into the mysterious and often dark...
0.7 miNW
Baroque architecture, Church
Collegiate Church of Saint Lawrence, Fgura
20 min walk • The Collegiate Church of Saint Lawrence is a revered landmark nestled in the heart of Fgura, a bustling city on the island of Malta. This sacred edifice stands as a testament to the deep-rooted Christian faith that has shaped the island's history and culture.
0.4 miSE
Baroque architecture, Church
Parish Church of Our Lady of Graces, Żabbar
10 min walk • The Parish Church and Sanctuary of Our Lady of Graces is a Roman Catholic parish church in Żabbar, Malta, dedicated to Our Lady of Graces. The church was originally built between 1641 and 1696 to designs of the Renaissance architect Tommaso Dingli.
0.8 miNW
Tower
Birgu Clock Tower, Fgura
20 min walk • The Birgu Clock Tower, also known as the Clock Tower in Birgu, is one of the distinctive landmarks of the city of Fgura, located on the picturesque island of Malta. This impressive structure bears witness to the rich history and traditions that are the pride of the...
0.7 miNE
Cemetery
Kalkara Naval Cemetery, Xgħajra
17 min walk • The Kalkara Naval Cemetery is a cemetery in Kalkara in the South Eastern Region of Malta. The main entrance to the cemetery is at the junction of Triq Santa Rokku and Triq San Leonardu. The cemetery is divided into Protestant and Roman Catholic sections.
0.5 miN
Forts and castles
Fort San Salvatore, Fgura
13 min walk • Fort San Salvatore, also known as Fort Salvatore, is a retrenched fort in Birgu, Malta. It was built in 1724 on one of the bastions of the Cottonera Lines.
~1990 ftSE
Specialty museum, Baroque architecture, Museum
Żabbar Sanctuary Museum, Żabbar
10 min walk • The Żabbar Sanctuary Museum is the Parish museum of Żabbar, Malta, consisting of artifacts spanning from prehistory to modern contemporary. The majority of the belongings have a religious theme, while others are secular.
0.5 miS
Arch
Hompesch Gate, Żabbar
14 min walk • The Hompesch Gate is a commemorative arch in Żabbar, Malta. It was built in 1801 to commemorate the locality's status as a city, which had been granted by Grand Master Ferdinand von Hompesch zu Bolheim on 14 September 1797.
~500 ftN
Baroque architecture, Historical place, Architecture
Notre Dame Gate, Fgura
3 min walk • The Notre Dame Gate, also known as the Notre Dame de la Grace Gate, the Cottonera Gate, the Żabbar Gate or Bieb is-Sultan, is the main gate of the Cottonera Lines, located in Cottonera, Malta.
0.5 miW
Church
Collegiate Church of the Immaculate Conception, Fgura
14 min walk • The Collegiate Church of the Immaculate Conception is a Roman Catholic parish church located in Cospicua, Malta.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Il-Foss?

Nearby attractions include Notre Dame Gate, Fgura (3 min walk), Fort Verdala (9 min walk), Santa Margherita Lines, Fgura (10 min walk), Żabbar Sanctuary Museum, Żabbar (10 min walk).

How to get to Il-Foss by public transport?

The nearest stations to Il-Foss:

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Dominka • Lines: 124 (2 min walk)
Hawlija • Lines: 124 (3 min walk)