Ovindoli

Ovindoli is a mountain commune situated at roughly 1,375 meters elevation in the Apennine range within Abruzzo's Sirente-Velino regional park. The settlement occupies a spacious alpine area and functions as both a residential community and a hub for mountain activities.

The settlement began its transformation into a modern winter sports destination starting in 1959, when ski facilities were first developed. Over the following years, the infrastructure was expanded to support the growing mountain tourism industry.

The local people, known as ovindolesi, keep their identity alive through shared celebrations and community gatherings throughout the year. The mountain setting shapes how residents live, work, and gather together, creating a rhythm tied to seasons and landscape.

The site has ski lifts and slopes for winter sports, making it straightforward to access mountain activities in the cold season. Summer visitors can explore the mountain landscape through marked hiking trails and biking paths.

The commune maintains a partnership with a Mediterranean settlement, creating a cross-sea cultural link that few mountain villages share. This connection brings perspectives from different regions into the local community in unexpected ways.

Location: Province of L'Aquila

Capital city: Ovindoli

Elevation above the sea: 1,375 m

Shares border with: Aielli, Celano, Massa d'Albe, Secinaro, Avezzano, Rocca di Mezzo

Website: http://comune.ovindoli.aq.it

GPS coordinates: 42.13806,13.51694

Latest update: December 14, 2025 20:07