{"id":3514,"date":"2021-07-28T11:09:55","date_gmt":"2021-07-28T09:09:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.abruzzoinformation.com\/the-10-best-mountain-resorts-in-abruzzo\/"},"modified":"2021-07-28T11:10:29","modified_gmt":"2021-07-28T09:10:29","slug":"the-10-best-mountain-resorts-in-abruzzo","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.abruzzoinformation.com\/en\/the-10-best-mountain-resorts-in-abruzzo\/","title":{"rendered":"The 10 best mountain resorts in Abruzzo"},"content":{"rendered":"

The mountain scenery of Abruzzo<\/strong> it is unique and unrepeatable. Here nature reigns supreme, offering to the eye its landscapes<\/strong> colored by woods and vegetation, wild places e<\/strong> pristine<\/strong> , while the fauna<\/strong> it finds an environment suitable for its reproduction and to live in complete freedom. Here’s what they are the 10 best locations<\/strong> mountain in Abruzzo.<\/p>\n

Roccaraso<\/h2>\n

Roccaraso<\/strong> , in the province of L’Aquila, has been famous for over 120 years as ski resort<\/strong> . Has 110<\/strong> kilometers of slopes, 30 lifts<\/strong> and here you can practice it ski-hiking<\/strong> , lo snowboard<\/strong> , there are cross-country trails<\/strong> , there is it ice stadium<\/strong> .<\/p>\n

\"Cross-country<\/a><\/p>\n

Everything is completed, of course, from a curated and dedicated accommodation offer<\/strong> : there are, in fact, hotel facilities<\/strong> of various kinds that they also have spas<\/strong> internally to encourage perfect relaxation<\/strong> and that they organize events and demonstrations<\/strong> for the moment of leisure and fun.<\/p>\n

Roccaraso<\/strong> it is, however, a mountain resort that offers many possibilities even during season<\/strong> summer<\/strong> . In this period they are organized excursions<\/strong> , on foot, by mountain bike, by ebike, which they bring discovering the Maiella National Park<\/strong> and you can devote yourself to sports such as archery<\/strong> , we can move in quad<\/strong> , do canyoning<\/strong> And rafting<\/strong> on the Aventine river, go out on horseback<\/strong> and much more.<\/p>\n

Campotosto lake<\/h2>\n

Of artificial origin, the Campotosto lake<\/strong> it is located in the province of L’Aquila and is i he largest lake in Abruzzo.<\/strong> Surrounded by mountains, it offers a glance evocative panorama<\/strong> which reaches up to the Gran Sasso and Corno Grande.<\/p>\n

In the summer it becomes a kind of bathing area<\/strong> where you can spend a few hours in relaxation<\/strong> under the sun, organize a picnic<\/strong> or it becomes a starting point to do cycling<\/strong> or walks on foot.<\/p>\n

\"Campotosto<\/a><\/p>\n

It is also a popular destination from winter tourism<\/strong> : in the cold months it becomes the perfect view<\/strong> to enjoy while dining in one of the lakeside restaurants<\/strong> appreciating even better the greedy authenticity of local gastronomic proposal<\/strong> .<\/p>\n

Campotosto lake<\/strong> is the right place for those who want to devote themselves to sporting activities: from fishing<\/strong> at go out in a canoe<\/strong> , to the windsurfing<\/strong> and without forgetting the horseback riding along the Horse trail of the Gran Sasso.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Laga Mountains<\/h2>\n

The natural landscape of the Laga Mountains<\/strong> , where the summit of the Monte Gorzano<\/strong> (2458 meters), it is very particular compared to the other Abruzzo mountain destinations.<\/p>\n

It stands out, in fact, for a large one presence of water<\/strong> and the consequent formation of beautiful<\/strong> waterfalls<\/strong> that enrich the panorama in a creative and sound way. From the Morricana waterfall<\/strong> to that of Boats<\/strong> , up to the so-called path of Hundred Waterfalls<\/strong> : these are perfect destinations to discover by making beautiful excursions.<\/p>\n

\"Laga<\/a><\/p>\n

Among the paths that can be traveled there is the Tracciolino of Hannibal<\/strong> and other itineraries along which you can also find the remains of ancient roads and gods sheep tracks<\/strong> , that is the paths that were used in the past for transhumance.<\/p>\n

The spectacle of a vegetation rich in forests of beech, white fir, Turkey oak, chestnut trees<\/strong> moreover, it makes the environment of the Laga Mountains<\/strong> ideal for making one full immersion<\/strong> regenerating<\/strong> in a dream landscape.<\/p>\n

Prati di Tivo<\/h2>\n

Prati di Tivo<\/strong> , in the province of Teramo, is located in Gran Sasso and Monti della Laga National Park.<\/strong><\/p>\n

It is an active tourist resort both in winter and in summer<\/strong> . The beauty of its naturalistic proposal provides a perfect environment to devote to many activities, starting from skiing e<\/strong> from ski mountaineering<\/strong> , with respect to which there are several itineraries that differ in the level of difficulty. In addition, in winter, events are organized snowshoeing<\/strong> even at night and in Fat Bike<\/strong> , also available with pedal assistance.<\/p>\n

\"Prati<\/a><\/p>\n

As for the summer period, Prati di Tivo<\/strong> offers a wide choice of things to do: from flight in<\/strong> paragliding<\/strong> to the climbing<\/strong> , to the trekking<\/strong> , to the canyoning<\/strong> and up to the activities in the adventure Park<\/strong> with his acrobatic and aerial courses<\/strong> to be overcome using ropes, suspension bridges, nets and all immersed in splendid scenery of a beech forest<\/strong> .<\/p>\n

For fans of an extreme sport like the downhill<\/strong> they are also available 6 tracks<\/strong> , with varying degrees of difficulty, within the Bike Park.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Barrea Lake<\/h2>\n

The Barrea Lake<\/strong> offers the eye a splendid postcard dominated by the turquoise color of the water<\/strong> and on which at sunset the red of the sun is reflected as it sets.<\/p>\n

The lake is artificial<\/strong> , is located in the province of L’Aquila ea 972 meters of altitude<\/strong> . It is surrounded by a cycle and pedestrian path<\/strong> and in some of its points there are bathing beaches<\/strong> equipped with sun beds and umbrellas dedicated to the summer period.<\/p>\n

\"Barrea\"<\/a><\/p>\n

The Barrea Lake<\/strong> it is an ideal location if you want to spend a period of relaxation<\/strong> and have a picnic surrounded from the colors and beauty of nature<\/strong> . Here it is possible, however, also to do activities<\/strong> sporty<\/strong> , starting with cycling the track that surrounds it. They can also be rented canoes and pedal boats<\/strong> or do horseback riding<\/strong> in Zone.<\/p>\n

For those who want to live in close contact with nature<\/strong> , there are some nearby camping areas<\/strong> equipped. Finally, from the lake it is possible to move to get to some beautiful trails, including the famous one Camosciara path<\/strong> .<\/p>\n

Pescasseroli<\/h2>\n

Located at 1167 meters high, Pescasseroli<\/strong> , in the province of L’Aquila, is rich in works of religious architecture. Among these are the Church of San Pietro and Paolo<\/strong> where is one black wooden statue<\/strong> of the Madonna and Child with the Sanctuary of Santa Maria di Monte Tranquillo<\/strong> .<\/p>\n

It is known for being one renowned tourist destination<\/strong> , as well as being the most important center of the Abruzzo, Lazio and Molise National Park.<\/p>\n

\"Pescasseroli\"<\/a><\/p>\n

For ski enthusiasts in the winter offers approx 20 kilometers of slopes<\/strong> and a gifted ski resort of 3 chairlifts and 2 ski lifts<\/strong> . They are also organized during this period excursions of<\/strong> ski mountaineering<\/strong> and go out with snowshoes<\/strong> who see it as a starting point.<\/p>\n

Surrounded by mountains and green woods, it is the ideal location for trekking<\/strong> , to exit a horse<\/strong> , in bicycle<\/strong> , but also to devote himself to tennis<\/strong> , to the archery<\/strong> , at the volleyball<\/strong> .<\/p>\n

Among the most interesting destinations of<\/strong> excursions<\/strong> to do nearby there is the path that leads to beech woods of Coppo del Principe and Coppo del Morto<\/strong> , which are UNESCO heritage<\/strong> .<\/p>\n

Pescocostanzo<\/h2>\n

Pescocostanzo<\/strong> is located at 1395 meters above sea level in the province of L’Aquila and is part of the More villages<\/strong> Belli d’Italia<\/strong> .<\/p>\n

From the point of view of the winter tourism<\/strong> , is well organized with his ski station<\/strong> and makes available slopes of different types and different slopes<\/strong> , therefore suitable for both beginners and more experienced skiers. The Snowpark<\/strong> , where there is an amusement park with play areas for children and attractions such as lo snow tubing<\/strong> , also allows you to skiing even at night<\/strong> .<\/p>\n

\"Pescocostanzo\"<\/a><\/p>\n

His Old Town<\/strong> it is that of a well-preserved and protected village, characterized from the harmony of<\/strong> architectural construction<\/strong> and that allows you to discover glimpses of rare beauty<\/strong> and artistic balance, like the beautiful Town Hall Square<\/strong> .<\/p>\n

Among the most interesting excursions to do in the area is the one to Wood of Sant’Antonio<\/strong> , where is one beech forest<\/strong> and where there are equipped areas for picnics<\/strong> with all the family<\/strong> .<\/p>\n

The excursion to the Mount Rotella<\/strong> finally, it is about 14 kilometers<\/strong> and allows you to enjoy the beautiful views<\/strong> of natural landscapes where they live foxes, deer, roe deer<\/strong> .<\/p>\n

Campo Imperatore<\/h2>\n

Plateau that reaches up to 2000 meters, Campo Imperatore<\/strong> , in the province of L’Aquila, is located in Gran Sasso and Laga Mountains National Park<\/strong> within a landscape that sees it surrounded by large mountains, including the Great Horn<\/strong> (2912 meters).<\/p>\n

His heterogeneous environment<\/strong> it is divided between the space of the great grassy expanses, the peaks of the hills and the rocks of the mountains.<\/p>\n

\"Campo<\/a><\/p>\n

Famous place for the winter tourism<\/strong> and frequented by those who love to dedicate themselves to Alpine skiing<\/strong> , is equipped with ski lifts that reach over 2200 meters of the Mount Scindarella<\/strong> and well 60<\/strong> kilometres<\/strong> of trails for cross-country skiing.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Campo Imperatore<\/strong> it is a popular location even in summer, when its landscape reveals all its beauty becoming the ideal destination for excursions<\/strong> of different degrees of difficulty, to go out in<\/strong> mountain bike<\/strong> , on horseback, on foot<\/strong> .<\/p>\n

Among the places of interest to visit in the area should also be mentioned the Astronomical Observatory and the beautiful Botanical Garden.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Lake of Scanno<\/h2>\n

The Lake of Scanno<\/strong> , with its beautiful heart shape<\/strong> , is a green wonder of Abruzzo nature and is located in 922 meters<\/strong> of altitude in the Sagittarius River Valley<\/strong> , in the province of L’Aquila. Overhanging its water is the suggestive Church of the Madonna del Lago<\/strong> ; small and intimate, it was carved into the rock and has a single nave inside.<\/p>\n

\"Lake<\/a><\/p>\n

The environment of the Lake of Scanno<\/strong> is a perfect location for those who love tea naturalistic urism<\/strong> and uncontaminated places, for those who love to do birdwatching<\/strong> , but not only. It is possible, in fact, to sail its waters by canoe<\/strong> , by pedal boat<\/strong> or f are surfing<\/strong> . Also available are organized lido areas<\/strong> : they are small beaches equipped with sunbeds where in the hot season you can sunbathe and swim<\/strong> .<\/p>\n

For fans hikers<\/strong> and for those who want to walk in the green, it is advisable to follow the so-called Path of the Heart<\/strong> . It is a journey of about an hour<\/strong> which allows you to reach a strategic point from where, from above, it is possible observe the beautiful shape of the lake<\/strong> . Its homonymous village, of rare beauty, is part of the Most Beautiful Villages in Italy<\/strong> .<\/p>\n

Sagittario Valley<\/h2>\n

There Sagittario Valley and its beautiful gorges<\/strong> are a regional nature reserve and an oasis of<\/strong> WWF<\/strong> in which they live the Wolf and the Marsican Bear<\/strong> and where they fly, among others, the Royal Eagle and the<\/strong> Peregrine Falcon<\/strong> .<\/p>\n

It is an environment beautiful and wild<\/strong> which paints a landscape of great intensity and in which the image predominates of the grand canyon<\/strong> excavated over the millennia by the erosion of the river. It’s a real one temple of nature<\/strong> which collects the localities of Scanno, Villalago, Anversa degli Abruzzi<\/strong> : all three recognized among the Most Beautiful Villages in Italy<\/strong> .<\/p>\n

\"Sagittario<\/a><\/p>\n

Its location is spectacular<\/strong> and is told with the dizzying heights of the cliffs and cliffs<\/strong> and with dynamics beauty of the waters<\/strong> which, flowing, create springs and waterfalls<\/strong> .<\/p>\n

There Sagittario Valley and its Gorges<\/strong> therefore, they offer a unique environment for making excursions<\/strong> really suggestive. One of the recommended itineraries<\/strong> is what you give springs of Cavuto<\/strong> , also passing along the geological trail of the Gorges<\/strong> , leads to the village of Castrovalva<\/strong> which is located on a spur of rock and from which it is possible enjoy the panorama of the whole valley<\/strong> .<\/p>\n

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