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The highest peaks, some of the best skiing stations and challenging tracks, all set among and the breathtaking scenery of the Appennines: here's the main offer of Abruzzo for the snow enthusiast; and there is a lot more for you to discover....

Mountain

A paradise for traditional skiers, certainly, but not only this: mountains in Abruzzo represent the ideal setting for snowboarding, alpine-skiing, snowrafting, sledge and even sled-dog races, together with cross-country skiing valleys with thousands of fascinating and suggestive itineraries plunged into the splendid, unspoiled wild nature of the region. This is the highlight of a vacation on the Abruzzo mountains: active, safe, fun and energy-boosting days of winter sports, with all the comforts you would expect of modern receptive structures, blended in an extraordinary natural setting. Abruzzo's most famous peak, the Gran Sasso, is certainly not the only attractive for mountain lovers; in fact, the Region is home to some of largest green areas and national parks in Europe, each one characterized by different mountain groups: the Velino-Sirente, the Monti Simbruini and the Monti della Laga, all set within the Central Appennines, still relatively unknown to many and certainly off the beaten path of mass tourism, yet so rich in natural history and biodiversity, and that's what makes them so special. The region has 21 ski areas with 368 km. of runs, all within a few hours of Rome. The most developed resort being Roccaraso, followed by Campo Felice, and Campo Imperatore. Located in the highest region of the Apennines, these ski areas are at heights nearly comparable to many Alpine resorts. Because of their proximity to the Adriatic and winter precipitation patterns, they often have more snow than the Alps. Abruzzo also is popular for cross country skiing, especially on the high plain of Campo Imperatore in the Gran Sasso as well as the Piana Grande in the Majella.

The Gran Sasso massif sports the Italian peninsula’s highest peak, Corno Grande, and Europe’s southernmost glacier, Il Calderone. The Corno Grande and its neighboring Corno Piccolo provide a range of climbing opportunities from mountain hikes suitable for novices to sheer rock wall ascents suitable only for expert alpinists. Abruzzo’s lesser known peaks, especially the gentler slopes of the Majella, offer climbers the opportunity to hike and climb in solitude. Beside the natural richness of the environment, valleys and mountains in Abruzzo abound in historical traces of a glorious past and fine cultural remains, all contributing to define of the most interesting regions in Italy. AbruzzoBooking's Mountain Itineraries put together some of the best receptive structures in the region, dedicated to ski aficionados, nature lovers, excursionists and just anyone ready to discover the beauty of a nature still intact and rich of emotion, with a day of hiking, or just a short walk among our green valleys. Come with us and enjoy nature at its best.