Ovindoli, Mountain resort commune in Province of L'Aquila, Italy.
Located at 1,375 meters in the Apennine Mountains, Ovindoli extends across 61 square kilometers within the Sirente-Velino regional park of Abruzzo.
The transformation of Ovindoli into a modern ski destination began in 1959 under the name Valturvema, with substantial improvements to skiing facilities during 1961.
The residents, known as ovindolesi, maintain their traditions through celebrations of San Sebastiano on January 20 and participate in local literary competitions.
The Monte Magnola ski resort provides winter sports facilities with multiple ski lifts, while summer activities include hiking trails and mountain biking paths.
The commune maintains an international connection through its partnership with Tarxien, Malta, making it part of a cross-Mediterranean cultural exchange program.
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: June 9, 2025 23:44
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