Libro Aperto, Mountain summit in Fiumalbo, Italy.
Libro Aperto is a mountain group in the Apennines formed by two main peaks: Monte Rotondo at 1937 meters and Monte Belvedere at 1896 meters. The pair creates a recognizable formation that stands out clearly when viewed from the valleys below.
The mountain group marks the historical border between Tuscany and Emilia-Romagna regions. This location has made it a natural divide between watersheds flowing toward the Tyrrhenian Sea and the Adriatic Sea.
The name "Libro Aperto" comes from the appearance of the two peaks, which look like an open book when viewed from the valley below. This distinctive shape has defined the mountain's character for generations and remains a memorable sight for those approaching from afar.
The hiking path starts through shaded forests and climbs through alpine meadows toward the summits, gaining about 700 meters in elevation. The trek takes roughly four hours and demands reasonable fitness and endurance from visitors.
The surrounding slopes are covered with white fir, red fir, beech, and mountain maple trees that create a diverse forest ecosystem at this altitude. These species have adapted remarkably well to the challenging alpine conditions.
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