Valle di Amplero

Valle di Amplero extends northeast of Collelongo in the Marsica area of Abruzzo, with an average elevation of 830 meters above sea level.

Archaeological excavations indicate settlements from the Bronze Age through the late Republican period, with Marsi people inhabiting the fortified village of San Castro.

The necropolis of Cantone contains more than fifty chamber tombs, including the notable Amplero Bed dating from the late second century BCE.

The archaeological zone spans a nine-kilometer circuit, offering visitors access to multiple excavation sites and historical structures throughout the valley.

The site features the Vicus La Giostra complex, incorporating a fortified settlement with defensive walls extending 350 meters in length.

Location: Collelongo

GPS coordinates: 41.90861,13.61833

Latest update: April 1, 2025 14:52