Pescasseroli, Mountain commune in Province of L'Aquila, Italy
Description
Pescasseroli is a mountain commune at 1167 meters (3829 feet) elevation at the entrance of a valley along the Sangro River in the Province of L'Aquila, Italy. Old forests and mountain pastures surround the settlement, which serves as the main center for Abruzzo National Park.
History
An 11th-century monastery formed the core of the settlement under the rule of the Borrello family. The town later passed to the Di Sangro family before becoming part of the holdings of Aquila.
Culture
The birthplace of philosopher Benedetto Croce still displays his family home, now arranged as a museum. Residents gather at the main square in front of cafes while hikers prepare their gear for park excursions.
Practical
The visitor center and nature museum lie close to the town center and provide information about wildlife and hiking trails in the park. Ski slopes on Monte Vitelle can be reached in a short drive from the village.
Did you know?
A sheep route of 211 kilometers (131 miles) connects the mountains with the pastures of Puglia and follows an old Roman military road. Shepherds used this path for centuries to move their flocks seasonally between the elevations.
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The Abruzzes stretch between the peaks of the Apennines and the Adriatic Sea. The landscape changes from high mountains to sandy beaches in a few miles. This part of Italy has three parks where hikers and skiers walk the paths in the Gran Sasso and Majella. Along the coast, old fishing platforms...
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