The history of Grado
A journey through time to get to know Grado and explore its history. Grado is an adventure full of emotion and memories which will last forever. Let’s take a look at a bit of Grado’s history.
Grado and its ties with Venice
Attila razed Aquileia to the ground in 452 A.D.. With the destruction of this outpost, Grado became the far bastion of the Empire and a b...
GRADO since 1892
A welcoming tradition for over 120 years.
French occupation
The period of French occupation in Grado lasted about seven years.
Traces
Traces of Grado's past are still visible and can be visited, walking through the alleys of the Castrum.
The Birth of Tourist Grado
“The great miracle of the sand, the sea and the lagoon of Grado.”