Genealogy in Collelongo
Tracing your Italian roots back to Collelongo (in L’Aquila province, Abruzzo region) begins with understanding which records and documents exist and where they are preserved. On this page you’ll find a clear guide to the civil, parish and historical sources available for genealogy in Collelongo.
How to research your ancestry in Collelongo
Through its network of local experts, ItalianSide has extensive experience in genealogical research in the province of L’Aquila. For this reason, over the years it has become a reliable reference for those wishing to reconnect with their Italian roots and could be a key partner in the success of your research too. You can read feedback from our customers on our testimonials page
Our experts in Abruzzo region, conducted genealogy research on historical families from Collelongo, involving many surnames traditionally found in the town, including branches of the following families: Abruzzo, Guglielmi, Salucci, Lombardi, Manna, Pisegna, Cianfarani, Mancini, Grande, Cerone, Ranalli, Ciccone, Negri, Sansone and others.
Much of the information available about families and individuals in public and private local archives include, in addition to names and dates, further information such as occupations, the address where the family lived (a valuable info if you plan to visit Collelongo!), and key social relationships within the community in past centuries.
The information in genealogy research derives from the archives available for on-site research in Collelongo and Abruzzo. In previous research projects, our local genealogists have reconstructed family trees, cross-referenced family relationships, traced occupational and residential histories, and deciphered or translated historical documents useful to add information now forgotten to the history of your family.
Research activities may include all major sources available at municipal, provincial, and regional level:
• civil records
• parish registers
• emigrants database
• notarial archives
• military records
• cadastral and property records
• historical and photographic sources available in private archives
Direct access to local archives and a deep understanding of the local context allow for more complete and accurate results. Research may be carried out using all available sources in both public and private archives.
ItalianSide research: Beyond Names and Dates
Italian genealogy is deeply local. It can’t be reduced to collecting birth and death dates.
In Abruzzo, every municipality — including Collelongo — has its own archival history, record‑keeping traditions, and unique documentary sources. This is why Italianside is able to help you in your Italian ancestry research, through a national network of local experts, each specialized in the archives of their specific territory.
Our researcher who works in Collelongo and in the Province of L’Aquila knows how to navigate local civil, parish, military, and notarial records, uncovering details that go far beyond basic dates. By combining national coordination and methodology with deep local expertise, our researcher will bring your ancestors’ stories back to life within the history of the Collelongo community.
Civil Records (Stato Civile) in Collelongo
In towns and villages of Abruzzo and in L’Aquila province, civil registration offices were established in 1809. This means you can often find your ancestors’ civil records in the Town Hall archives of Collelongo from that year onwards.
(If your goal is to obtain Italian citizenship and you need official certificates from Collelongo, please follow this link.)
If you know that your ancestors lived in Collelongo during the past centuries, the City Office of Collelongo is usually the first place to start your family research. Our local expert can access these records on your behalf and interpret them correctly.
- Professions: discover what your ancestors did for a living.
- Addresses: find the street or house where the family lived in Collelongo.
- Family links: identify parents, witnesses and neighbours that appear in the records.
- Signatures and notes: see how your ancestors signed and read any marginal annotations.
If you prefer to contact the Town Hall by yourself, we suggest reading our genealogy tips for Italy. They include practical advice for research in Abruzzo and specifically in Collelongo.
Collelongo Emigrants Database
Looking for ancestors who left Collelongo? Explore our Collelongo Emigrants Database to discover people who emigrated from this municipality, their destinations, travel details, and other available records. The database is continuously growing thanks to historical sources and contributions from our visitors. Browse the emigrants database from Collelongo
Street names in Collelongo
The names of the street in Collelongo, can help identify ancestral addresses found in civil records, parish documents, and old family papers.
At today, some of the main streets in Collelongo are: VIA ROMA, CIRCONVALLAZIONE ORIENTALE, VIA ARA CERONE, VIA MALPASSO, VIA POZZO, VIA CANALE, VIA DELLE VIGNE, VICOLI DEGLI EBREI, CIRCONVALLAZIONE OCCIDENTALE, VIA ARA DEI SANTI, VIA MAIURE, VIA DELLA SANITA’, VIA DELLA MOLA, VIA LUCIANO LAMA, VIA SAN ROCCO SUPERIORE, VIA FOSSATO RIO, VIA DEL BORGO, VIA OSPEDALE, VIA CASALINE, VIA BALZO PICCIONE and others.
If you want help to identify street names connected with your ancestors in Collelongo just follow the link below.
Population trends in Collelongo
The chart below shows the demographic trends in Collelongo from the Italian Unification (1861). Understanding how many people lived in the town over time is useful when interpreting migration and family movements.
Church Records in Collelongo
Church archives in L’Aquila province often preserve information that predates civil records. Parish registers include baptisms, marriages and burials and sometimes allow you to push your family tree back into the 1700s and 1600s.
In many areas of Abruzzo, parish registers began around the 1500s. These manuscripts are not easy to access from abroad and can be hard to read without specific training.
Our local genealogists, with backgrounds in history and archival studies, can consult the parish archives of Collelongo on your behalf and reconstruct your family history through the centuries.
If you want to visit churches, these are the addresses of parishes active today in Collelongo:
S. MARIA NUOVA – 67050 COLLELONGO AQ
Planning a visit to Collelongo
From our experience, if you plan to visit Collelongo we always recommend starting the research months before your arrival. This way you avoid spending your holidays in offices or churches dealing with bureaucracy.
Remember that archives are not open to the general public and officers or priests are not required by law to grant direct access to the records.
Thanks to the findings gathered by our genealogist before your trip, and the help of our local guides, you’ll have more time to plan the exact locations (family homes, churches, streets, cemeteries, etc.) you’ll visit during your stay in the city.
This way, you can enjoy the city and its surroundings, following in the footsteps of your ancestors for an unforgettable journey back to your roots.
Notary records and other historical sources
Another important source of information is represented by notary documents, which preserve wills, dowries, property sales and contracts. These records are usually kept in provincial and State Archives and can provide valuable details on the social and economic life of your family.
Military records
Conscription lists and service records documenting physical descriptions, dates and places of enlistment, units and ranks held, periods of service, military postings, transfers, and movements, often providing detailed insight into an individual’s life beyond civil registration.
Cadastral and property records in Collelongo
Historical cadastral and land records used to identify property ownership, track real estate transfers over time, and confirm the historical presence of families within Collelongo. ItalianSide provides professional assistance in accessing and interpreting these records, where available.
Historical and photographic sources available in private archives
Historical photographs, prints, and documents from private collections—including ItalianSide’s archive of vintage images from Collelongo and Abruzzo region are available. Old pictures add significant value to your family history research and offer a real sense of the places where your ancestors once lived.
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Tom
Il tuo trisnonno era Antonio Ciccolepre ed era sposato con Maria Giovanna Manna (sorella di mio bisnonno Damiano).
Il tuo bisnonno era Sante emigrato in wv agli inizi del “900 da Collelongo. Fu naturalizzato con il nome di Sam Cheek (in Internet puoi trovare la scheda). Rimasto in Usa con la sua discendenza.
Sante aveva due fratelli: Francesco rimasto in Italia e Giuseppe emigrato anch’egli in wv. Giuseppe aveva sposato Brigida Ranalli.Il primo figlio, nato a Collelongo si chiamava Pietro rimasto a Collelongo con la nonna. In Usa nacquero le figlie Alfonsina, Annunziata e Giuseppina.
Ora in America ci sono i figli di Alfonsina: Antonio Ranalli avvocato in California e Nicola in Indiana (Valparaiso).
A Collelongo ci sono i discendenti di Pietro e Giuseppina. Di Annunziata invece uno Giovanni emigrò in Australia e, l’altro, Bermeo in Usa.
Mario,
Grazie per aver risposto. Giuseppe Ciccolepre, il fratello di mio nonno, è stato il primo a venire in America. È venuto a trovare il cugino Antonio Manna. Antonio è venuto in America con suo padre. C’erano 10 ragazzi Ciccolepre e 4 ragazze. Fransisco, Dominico, Giuseppe, Antonio, Rocco e Sante. Non conosco gli altri 4 fratelli o nessuna delle sorelle. Ho delle foto di Fransisco, Giuseppe, Rocco e Sante che potrei mandarvi. Mia madre prende il nome da sua nonna Maria.
Looking for information on my great grandmother’s name. My great grandfather is Antonio Ciccolepre born around 1854 -1858. His father is Rocco Ciccolepre and my grandfather is Sante Ciccolepre. There is no mention of her on any documents. Any help or suggestion would be appreciated.
Looking for information on about my grandfather James Mancini and his brother Anthony born between 1888 and 1890 James was born on July 4, 1890. I think they were orphaned and immigrated to America around 1903 to West Virginia; probably lived with an uncle.
I am looking for family information on my grandfather Paulo Antonio Abruzzi born March 1888 in Collelongo L’Abruzzo Italy, came to USA in 1913 with his brothers. My grandmother Elena Marie Rossi born 1890 came to USA in 1920. The Rossi side still lives in Collelongo L’Abruzzo Italy today to my knowledge.
Looking for information on my great grandfather, Giuseppe Antonia Mariani, born in Collelongo in 1859 and emigrated to US in 1888. Would like to know where he lived in Collelongo and any relatives who may still be living in area. Hope to visit Collelongo this Fall.
Hi Robert,
It has been quite a while since you posted this but I was wondering if you ended up making the trip and what you were able to find when you went. I am looking at making a trip this year and am curious as to what I can expect.
Looking for information on my great grandfather, Giuseppe A. Mariani, who emigrated from Collelongo to US around 1888. Would like to know where he lived, any remaining relatives in area and any related photos or records. Hope to visit in October.
Hi Bob. It has been quite a while since you posted this but I was wondering if you ended up making the trip and what you were able to find when you went. I am looking at making a trip this year and am curious as to what I can expect.
I am looking for information regarding my great grandfather, Rocco Mancini. He would have been born around 1888 and emigrate to the US in 1905. Any information would be appreciated.