Passo Cattivo

Passo Cattivo is a mountain pass in the Monti della Laga range located at 1869 meters elevation, offering views across the central Italian mountains. The pass sits at the top of steep slopes where meadows and rocky terrain shape the landscape.

The pass served as a vital crossing point between communities on either side of the Monti della Laga range for centuries. It enabled both travelers and herders to traverse the mountain ridge and facilitate trade across different regions.

Local shepherds maintain traditional practices in the surrounding meadows, continuing centuries-old pastoral activities in the mountain environment.

The pass remains accessible through marked hiking trails from spring to fall, with proper mountain gear necessary due to rapid weather changes at this elevation. Visitors should check conditions before heading up and plan the walk to account for steep terrain and exposure.

At this location, plant species from northern and southern Europe meet, creating a distinct ecological boundary zone. Attentive hikers can observe how vegetation shifts noticeably over a short distance.