The majestic Rocca Calascio dominates the rocky spur on which it is built, offering breathtaking views of the Gran Sasso massif. Built around the year 1000 to control the transhumance routes, it was the basis for the birth of the village below. The present walls and cylindrical towers date back to the end of the 15th century.
View moreThe Church of San Nicola di Bari is the mother church of Calascio and is located in the heart of the medieval village, in Piazza della Vittoria. Its origins date back to the 14th century, but the building has undergone several reconstructions over the centuries, especially after the 1703 earthquake that struck...
View moreThe Church of Santa Maria della Pietà is one of the most striking symbols of Abruzzo, located at an altitude of 1,482 metres along the path leading to the famous Rocca Calascio. Built in 1596, according to tradition on a site linked to the victory of the local population against a band of brigands, it presents...
View moreThe Convent of Santa Maria delle Grazie, often also identified as the Church of San Francesco, is located on the edge of the village of Calascio along the road leading to the famous Rocca. Founded in 1594 by the Franciscan friar Father Mario da Calascio, it represents an important place of spirituality and culture in the...
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A large cycling tourism loop of over 140 km through 15 villages. Cycling through the plateaus, valleys and villages of the Abruzzo Apennines allows you to observe the territory with an attentive look at the people who inhabit it. Along the route you meet local realities and inhabitants who share experiences and stories. The...
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Walking through the landscapes of the Gran Sasso National Park means crossing villages, paths and the stories of those who live in these places. The excursion becomes a moment of encounter with farmers, artisans and inhabitants who recount life choices and links with the territory. The slow pace favours a sustainable discovery, made of...
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