Monte Pallano

Monte Pallano rises to 1020 meters elevation, featuring multiple hiking trails through beech forests, rocky cliffs, and diverse geological formations within its natural park.

Ancient megalithic walls built during the 5th to 4th century BC by the Lucani people stretch across Monte Pallano, forming a 4-kilometer defensive structure.

Local stories tell of giant shepherds who constructed the megalithic walls and accumulated wealth, hiding their treasures in caves guarded by supernatural entities.

The mountain contains several caves, including Grotta dei Paladini, Grotta della Madonnina, and Grotta dei Massi, accessible exclusively through guided speleological expeditions.

Research has documented over 1,250 plant species across Monte Pallano's varied terrain, from its forest-covered slopes to its dry badland environments.

Location: Abruzzo

Elevation above the sea: 1,020 m

GPS coordinates: 42.03940,14.38906

Latest update: March 17, 2025 20:00