Trekking tour to Rocca Calascio at sunset
Highlights
- Explore the trails of the Gran Sasso and Monti della Laga National Park on a guided trekking tour.
- Along the panoramic ridge, you reach Rocca di Calascio, the highest stronghold in the entire Apennines.
- Admire the spectacle of sunset over the highest peaks of Abruzzo and then walk down into the valley under the stars.
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Full description
Set off at sunset on the trails of the Gran Sasso National Park and climb up to Rocca Calascio, the highest stronghold in the entireApennines.
Along the panoramic ridge you will enjoy a magnificent view of the highest peaks in Abruzzo: a spectacle made even more evocative by the colours of the last rays of the sun.
An excursion guide will accompany you on this fascinating trekking tour through history and nature, telling you all the secrets of the area.
What we will do
We will meet a few hours before sunset at the pine grove in the locality of Lago, in Santo Stefano di Sessanio (AQ), one of the most beautiful villages in Italy. Once the group is formed, the guide will give an introductory briefing and we will be ready to go.
From 1232 metres above sea level, we will start to climb along the panoramic ridge overlooking the valley and pass the characteristic octagonal church of Madonna della Pietà. From here we will continue under Monte delle Croci to reach the splendid Rocca Calascio, 1460 m above sea level, surrounded by fascinating scenery that has served as a backdrop for films and documentaries.
We will reach the summit just in time to admire the sunset. From up there, our gaze will sweep from the highest peaks of the Gran Sasso to the Campo Imperatore plain, and then from Majella to the Morrone massif to the Sirente and Velino mountains.
After the ascent, we can refresh ourselves with a picnic dinner before embarking on the rest of the loop trail that will take us back to our starting point after 12 km of walking and about 400 metres of altitude difference. The activity lasts a total of 5 hours.
Who it is aimed at
The activity is of medium difficulty and is aimed at those who are used to walking in the mountains. The minimum age to participate is 11.
Other information
The activity takes place every Friday from June to September on the dates indicated in the calendar and is confirmed upon reaching at least 4 participants.
The proposed route may be subject to change, taking into account the weather and trail conditions at the time of the event.
It is possible to bring your own dog , which must be kept on a leash for the entire duration of the activity.
Recommended clothing
- Hiking boots
- Technical mountain clothing in layers
- Windbreaker jacket
Don't forget to bring
- Packed dinner
- Water bottle 1.5 l
- Hiking poles (recommended)
- Head torch
What is included
How it works
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Complete the booking
Choose your preferred date and time from the calendar and proceed to payment
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Receive instant confirmation
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Live your experience
Enjoy the activity and let us know how it was!
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Buy a gift voucher
Valid for 12 months from the date of issue. You will receive it by email, in pdf format.
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Choose your preferred date
Contact the guide at the contact details on the voucher and arrange a day for the activity.
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Live your experience
Enjoy the activity and let us know how it was!
Meeting point
Santo Stefano di Sessanio, L'Aquila
Frequently asked questions
What happens in case of bad weather?
If you have made a fixed date reservation and the weather conditions are not suitable for carrying out the activity safely (according to the expert opinion of the guide), you will be refunded the full amount paid. The guide may suggest an alternative date or time for the activity. You are free to choose whether or not to accept these suggestions. If you are unable to reschedule, we will proceed with a full refund! If you have set the date of your Gift Voucher and bad weather has prevented the activity from taking place, the Voucher remains valid until the expiry date indicated on it.
If I cancel the reservation, can I get a full refund?
For this activity, the cancellation policy is flexible. You get a full refund if you cancel within 5 days from the activity start date. Within 4 and 3 days from the activity start date you will get a 50% refund. You can find the full policies in the Cancellation Policy section.
What payment methods do you accept?
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