Taburnus

Taburnus is a mountain massif in southern Italy featuring two limestone groups separated by a wide natural plain, rising above 1,390 meters. Extensive forests of European silver fir and beech trees cover much of the range at higher elevations.

Roman forces referenced this mountain during the Battle of Caudine Forks, and the poet Virgil mentioned it in his Aeneid and Georgics. These ancient references show the massif has been a notable landmark since classical times.

Religious structures dot the slopes, including the remains of a 10th-century abbey and a sanctuary from the 15th century dedicated to the Virgin Mary. These sites have shaped how locals and visitors experience and understand the mountain's spiritual role.

The mountain area offers numerous hiking trails at elevations above 1,000 meters (3,280 feet) through forested terrain with varying difficulty levels. Plan visits during drier seasons, as higher elevations mean weather conditions can change quickly.

The massif features distinctive karst formations created by its limestone geology, forming caves and underground channels throughout the range. Water from the Fizzo spring flows through the Vanvitelli Aqueduct to supply the Royal Palace of Caserta, linking this mountain to one of the region's most famous structures.

Location: Province Benevento

Elevation above the sea: 1,393 m

GPS coordinates: 41.09265,14.60363

Latest update: December 8, 2025 13:40