Places
Hike·Moderate·Scenic·Hidden gem
Parco Sirente-Velino
Abruzzo
The Sirente-Velino regional park is Abruzzo's most overlooked protected area. The Sirente plateau has a unique impact crater lake (Lago della Duchessa), wild horse herds and one of the highest wolf densities in Italy. Far fewer visitors than the neighbouring Abruzzo national park.
Duration
5 hours
Distance
13 km
Elevation
+800 m
Best season
June – October
Highlights
- Wild horse herds on the plateau
- Meteorite impact crater lake
- High wolf density
With your dog
Open massif; dogs off-leash above treeline.
