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Ripatransone's Narrow Alley

Just one of the Italian corridors vying for the title of the country's narrowest.

Ripatransone, Italy

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The small town of Ripatransone is said to be home to the narrowest alley in the entire country. The alley is 43 centimeters in width, however, some parts of the already slender corridor narrow to 38 cm. There have been some disputes over who owns the narrowest alley in Italy. The towns of Termoli and Citta della Pieve have challenged Ripatransone's claims with alleys of their own. The narrow alleyways have been key tourist destinations for all three towns.  

Children can easily pass through the alleyway, however, adults may find things a bit more difficult. 

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Via G.Fedeli, 18
Ripatransone, 63065
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43.000096, 13.762856
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