Riserva naturale Collemeluccio

Riserva naturale Collemeluccio is a protected reserve on the northern and western slopes of Mount La Penna. The area covers roughly 347 hectares with different habitats that support regional plant and animal life.

The government established this protected area in 1971 as part of a national commitment to preserve natural environments and local species. This decision reflected a broader push to safeguard threatened ecosystems across the country.

The landscape here shows traces of traditional farming and herding practices that shaped the Molise region over generations. You can see how these local ways of living have become part of the land itself.

You can reach the reserve via Strada Provinciale Carovillense in Vastogirardi and explore marked trails at different difficulty levels. Each path is clearly indicated so you can choose according to your experience and energy.

The reserve is part of the UNESCO Man and Biosphere program and functions as a research site for ecological studies. Scientists use it regularly to monitor biodiversity and develop new insights about nature conservation.

Location: province of Isernia

Inception: 1971

GPS coordinates: 41.71210,14.34570

Latest update: December 12, 2025 07:58