Roccaraso, Mountain resort in L'Aquila Province, Italy
Roccaraso extends at 1,236 meters elevation in the Abruzzo region, featuring 160 kilometers of ski slopes and 36 modern lift systems.
The town originated around 975 AD near the Rasinus stream, developing from a settlement of herdsmen and craftsmen into a commercial center.
The Parish Church and Church of San Rocco stand as principal religious structures, with San Rocco's church built in 1656 following a severe plague.
Visitors can access Roccaraso via the A25 motorway from Rome, exiting at Sulmona-Pratola Peligna, with additional train and bus connections available.
The frazione of Pietransieri received the Gold Medal of Military Valour for its resistance during World War II, following total destruction.
Location: Province of L'Aquila
Capital city: Roccaraso
Elevation above the sea: 1,236 m
Shares border with: Ateleta, Barrea, Castel di Sangro, Pescocostanzo, Rivisondoli, Scontrone, San Pietro Avellana
Website: http://comune.roccaraso.aq.it
GPS coordinates: 41.84665,14.07853
Latest update: June 12, 2025 04:54
The Abruzzo region contains medieval villages, Roman sites and natural parks. The mountain fortress Rocca Calascio stands at 1460 meters elevation. The Gran Sasso and Majella national parks offer hiking trails through mountain terrain. On the coast, Ortona has beaches on the Adriatic Sea. The region produces saffron in Navelli and pasta in Fara San Martino. The parks house wolves and bears, while historic towns like Sulmona display Roman and medieval structures.
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