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Muggia

Muggia


Situated just south of Trieste, the seaside town of Muggia is something of a geographical quirk. It's just about as far away as you can get from the main body of the Italian peninsula on the mainland, just four kilometres from the border with Slovenia. 

It also sits at the northern tip of the Istrian Peninsula which is almost entirely in Croatia, itself only around 30 kilometres away from Muggia. With the confluence of so many international borders, it's easy to understand how this part of the world has been scrapped over throughout history. 
Founded as far back as the 7th century BC, Muggia later came under the auspices of the Venetian Republic in 1420. Much of what can be seen in the town centre today hails from that period, along with remnants from the period of Austrian rule which started from 1797.

These diverse historical periods and cultures have left an idelible, yet very attractive legacy in Muggia. Much of the town's architecture has a distinctly un-Italian feel, particularly so in the case of its main church: Muggia Cathedral. The Duomo and its accompanying bell tower are situated on the pretty Piazza Guglielmo Marconi; one of the best places in the town for a bite to eat at an open-air restaurant. 

The medieval centre of Muggia is a fascinating tangle of historic buildings and tight walkways. The most famous building in this part of town is the 14th century Castello di Muggia which looks out over the port and across the Gulf of Trieste to the regional capital. 

From the port you can take a ferry to and from Trieste during the summer months, or simply settle down at one of the excellent fish restaurants here. Head west from the port and the promenade is a popular bathing spot which eventually leads up to a larger marina. 

​Outside of the summer months when the ferries to Trieste are unavailable, the best way to reach Muggia is by road. International travellers can take advantage of Trieste Airport which is a 45 minute drive away, a distance of just over 50 kilometres. 

​Category: Seaside Towns of Friuli Venezia Giulia

Administrative area: UTI Giuliana

Population: 13,062

​Highlights: Castello di Muggia, Marina, Muggia Vecchia

Close by: Trieste, Barcola, Grignano, Sistiana, Duino, Monfalcone

Recommended accommodation: Hotel San Rocco


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  • Things to see in Friuli Venezia Giulia
    • Major Cities & Towns of Friuli Venezia Giulia >
      • Trieste
      • Udine
      • Gorizia
      • Pordenone
      • Monfalcone
    • Scenic Towns of Friuli Venezia Giulia >
      • Lakeside Towns of Friuli Venezia Giulia >
        • Sauris
        • Barcis
      • Orange Flag Towns of Friuli Venezia Giulia >
        • San Vito al Tagliamento
        • Maniago
      • Cividale del Friuli
      • Spilimbergo
      • Sacile
      • San Daniele del Friuli
      • Tolmezzo
      • Cormons
      • Tricesimo
    • Friuli Venezia Giulia's Borghi Piu Belli d'Italia >
      • Polcenigo
      • Sesto al Reghena
      • Venzone
      • Valvasone
      • Cordovado
      • Sappada
      • Clauiano
      • Poffabro
    • Seaside Towns of Friuli Venezia Giulia >
      • Muggia
      • Grado
      • Lignano Sabbiadoro
      • Marano Lagunare
    • Ski Resorts of Friuli Venezia Giulia >
      • Tarvisio
      • Camporosso
      • Sella Nevea
      • Piancavallo
      • Ravascletto
      • Forni di Sopra
    • UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Friuli Venezia Giulia >
      • Aquileia
      • Palmanova
      • The Dolomites
      • Prehistoric Pile Dwellings around the Alps
    • Beaches of Friuli Venezia Giulia >
      • Sistiana
      • Barcola
      • Duino
      • Grignano
    • Lakes of Friuli Venezia Giulia >
      • Laghi di Fusine >
        • Lago di Fusine Inferiore
        • Lago di Fusine Superiore
      • Lake Sauris
      • Lake Barcis
    • Historical Sights of Friuli Venezia Giulia >
      • Castello di Miramare
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      • Parco Naturale delle Prealpi Giulie
  • Travel
    • Trieste Airport
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    • Provinces of Friuli Venezia Giulia >
      • UTI Giuliana
      • Udine Province
      • Gorizia Province
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