A rather long, but not challenging, route that loops around places of great beauty and steeped in history. The Battle of Vilano took place here, marking a major victory for the partisan forces against the Nazi-Fascists. Don't miss the little church of the Madonna della Neve and, above all, the beautiful and imposing parish church of San Crescentino.
Not many people know about this trail, which takes you on a pleasant, effortless walk in less than two hours near the Parish Church of San Crescentino and the Balbano stream. You're unlikely to encounter anyone else; the magnificent scenery in every direction will keep you company.
WLK19 San Crescentino Read Post »
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The hills west of Cantiano, which precede the more pronounced elevations of the Serra di Burano, offer numerous walks through fields, woods, and magnificent views of the Apennine ridges of Catria and Nerone. This long but not strenuous walk is one of the most pleasant due to the variety of landscapes and the presence of houses and small settlements along the way. It's an ideal walk for those staying or staying overnight in Cantiano.
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The hills west of Cantiano, which precede the more pronounced elevations of the Serra di Burano, offer numerous walks through fields, woods, and magnificent views of the Apennine ridges of Catria and Nerone. This long but not strenuous walk is one of the most pleasant due to the variety of landscapes and the presence of houses and small settlements along the way. It's an ideal walk for those staying or staying overnight in Cantiano.
A truly pleasant and undemanding route, starting from Cantiano and reaching the small hill of Collalto, south of the town. It includes sections of paved road with little traffic and interesting to explore. The upper section of the route offers stunning views in every direction. Ideal for those residing or staying overnight in Cantiano.
A challenging route, both in length and elevation gain, but very interesting and scenic. From Petrara, it reaches the La Cingualdese refuge and returns, taking the dirt road of Monte Roma. Once at the top, the view is dominated by the peaks of Monte Catria and Monte Acuto, with the steep, jagged rock faces of Corno del Catria and Balze della Porta. A section on the trail requires some attention to orientation, but the GPS track is a reliable reference.
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A short and easy hike, consisting of just one climb and one descent. The initial stretch follows a dirt road along the Palombara Valley, then descends along Via Cupa, a pleasant dirt road with beautiful views of the jagged rocky slopes of Monte Roma. It skirts the hills of Poggio Pantano and Poggio Pantanello and passes through Petrara and Pianello, two hamlets of Serra Sant'Abbondio. It's said to be frequented by wolves, but I only encountered a small group of friendly roe deer.
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A beautiful trail that follows mostly grassy dirt roads flanked by woods between Frontone and Serra Sant'Abbondio. It skirts the hills of Poggio Pantano, Poggio Pantanello, and Monte Tordo, bringing you close to the Fonte della Cingualdese. As you walk, you pass through the three small villages of Pianello, Piccione, and Colombara. Always very scenic, it offers beautiful views of the Palombara Valley and the hills of Monte Roma, Cimate di Rave, and Monte Catria. A very pleasant walk, not demanding, and with no difficulty finding your way.
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The route is short, but with some steep climbs. The loop begins in Serra Sant'Abbondio and circumnavigates two paired peaks called La Crocetta and Monte Tordo. The climb is very scenic, with beautiful views of Monte Catria, Corno del Catria, and Monte Acuto. You arrive near the Fonte Cingualdese and pass through the small village of Piccione, almost uninhabited but with numerous renovated and well-maintained buildings. A pleasant walk, moderately challenging, and with no difficulty in orienting yourself.
WLK04 Serra Sant'Abbondio – Cingualdese Read Post »
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This walk is long, but not demanding, with only a few moderate climbs. It develops in a little-known and little-frequented area, full of small villages and isolated houses. Montevecchio and Montajate are the two main points of interest, which will not disappoint you. But what excites are the views that open in every direction, including, above all, those that show the long ridge that from Monte Nerone, passing through Monte Petrano and Monte Catria, reaches up to Monte della Strega.
WLK03 Coldorso – Montevecchio – Montajate Read Post »
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