Monte Capraro, Matese
Places
Hike·Moderate·Sporty·Hidden gem

Monte Capraro, Matese

Molise

Monte Capraro (1,931 m) is reached from the Molise side of the Matese, a rarely-used approach compared to the Campania approach from Piedimonte Matese. The karst plateau above the treeline has permanent snow patches into June, limestone sinkholes and a population of Apennine chamois introduced as part of a rewilding project. The walk sees single digits of visitors per day even in August.

Duration
4 hours
Distance
10 km
Elevation
+700 m
Best season
June – October

Highlights

  • Apennine chamois rewilding success
  • Limestone karst sinkholes at high altitude
  • Single-digit visitor days even in August

With your dog

Open limestone pastures; dogs off-leash.