Forio is a coastal town on the island of Ischia in the Campania region of southern Italy. Known for its white-sand beaches, fishing harbor, and the distinctive Church of Santa Maria del Soccorso with its dome overlooking the sea, the town reflects centuries of maritime heritage. Visitors explore the waterfront, swim in clear Mediterranean waters, and sample fresh seafood in local trattorias.
Forio is a comune on the western coast of Ischia, the largest volcanic island in the Gulf of Naples, Campania, Italy. It is administratively part of the Metropolitan City of Naples and sits approximately 30 kilometres west of the city centre. The municipality encompasses several hamlets including Citara, Monterone, and Panza, and is bordered by Lacco Ameno to the north and Serrara Fontana to the south. The geothermal activity underlying the island shapes both its landscape and its economy, with thermal tourism forming the backbone of the local hospitality sector. Editorial content draws on publicly available geographic, cultural, and tourism data current to 2025.
Forio | Ischia | Gulf of Naples | Campania | Italy | Thermal Tourism | Volcanic Island | Mediterranean Travel
