Best Abruzzo Hidden Gem Attractions

THE 10 BEST Hidden Gem Activities in Abruzzo

Best Abruzzo Hidden Gem Attractions

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  • Jurek S
    3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Beautiful place. Amazing view.
    Location is great, castle at around 1540m above sea level but with great access by car. Parking is available but can be not enough in high season. In September, there was enough space there.
    Written September 30, 2023
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  • Lucie B
    Malnate, Italy11 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A very beutifull cave, you can go inside with a guided tour, and admire the cristal formation. Walking on the side of a sutterain river. An awsome experience in Abruzzo.
    Written October 14, 2023
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  • Trilingual2007
    London, UK95 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Beautiful lake where to spend an entire day relaxing and swimming. There are several points along the lake where to stop on little beaches or to rent pedal boats, with many restaurants too.
    Written August 24, 2023
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  • Deb W
    Reno, NV2,571 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This is just a stunning area. The water is clear and the beach is lovely. The colors of the water are mesmerizing.
    Written June 12, 2023
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  • Claudia D
    Buenos Aires, Distrito Federal, Argentina1,105 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This place is for me the nicest in Abruzzo. Considered on the list of the Borghi Più beli d’Italia.
    You will find that they are still fixing some buildings after the earthquake of 2009 and all the area aswell.
    But after the years has the same personality I felt thirty years ago when I went there for the first time.
    Nowadays with a lot of good options for dinner a couple of bars.
    Located up in the mountains with and fantastic tower that you can visit inside.
    Silent, profound, embrassing, leaving you the sensation the the time doesn’t pass, that everything stays stand still…
    A sensation that is not easy to feel when you travel.
    This medioevo places around Abruzzo-Aquila area are incredible! Unforgettable.
    Written July 22, 2023
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  • G.B.
    871 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    ...an excellent place to spend a pleasant break, in couple or family. It's possible to stop for a bite to eat (perhaps taking a sandwich or a coffee at the bar) but, most importantly, at a very low price you can access the reserve with the most competent (and at the same time funny) guide that I have the pleasure of hearing for a long time. You will have the opportunity to get close to the animals and even feed them! In addition, the guide will tell you several little known things (try asking how the selection of the alpha male takes place...).
    In short, you will spend a few hours having fun in contact with nature.
    Written December 11, 2020
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  • G.B.
    871 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    The fortress is a place of exceptional historical interest. It was one of the last fortresses of the "Regno delle due Sicilie" besieged (in 1860-1861) during the formation of Italy, as we know it today. Weapons such as those now on display in the museum were used and the roads you will travel along were used by soldiers during that and other sieges. The place, in short, deserves to be visited, but also deserves to be cared for more.
    There are no audio-guides, nor was it possible to make a guided tour.
    The information material, often small, is present only in certain areas particularly circumscribed, for the rest you will have to move along a path not well specified. There is only a drinks machine, when a bar would be very nice.
    Please take care of this place
    Written September 21, 2020
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  • Alexjoey
    Baar, Switzerland2,192 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Our landlady recommended this place as it’s a nice shaded walk and easy for kids - have to say it was so beautiful especially with the river and rock formation - felt so cool on a hot day like today. The whole walk took 2 hours and at the end, we walked back to the starting point on the road for 20 mins. We stopped by the Caramanico town for a quick lunch - highly recommended!
    Written July 24, 2022
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  • fabnucci
    Corciano, Italy2 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    I enjoyed the exhibitions, especially the archeological one, and the general idea of the Castle with the unique scenery you can look at.. unfortunately it's impossible to visit the towers
    Written September 8, 2022
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  • Manu
    Northern Norway, Norway2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Very beautiful place! For those who loves nature and adventure i really recommend this place! I had a great day and i hope to go back one day
    Written March 14, 2022
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  • Caroline M
    Fordingbridge, UK26 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Beautiful lake surrounded by mountains in The Abruzzo National Park. Fantastic hiking available and you can swim in the lake. Fantastic wild flowers. Stayed at camping La Genziana lovely site with good facilities. Walking distance to village with shops and restaurant.
    Written June 15, 2023
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  • Deb W
    Reno, NV2,571 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    I loved this little town. It's not far from Sulmona. This area is not heavily toured. It felt like we had the town to ourselves to wander around. We visited the castle. It was lovely.
    Written June 6, 2023
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  • 5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Enchanting Italy. Magic Abruzzo, a region in the Middle of the peninsula, in the pictures you could appreciate the Lake of Villalago.
    Written October 14, 2019
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  • Charlene M
    Vancouver, Canada266 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Beautifully preserved, steeped in history, and a fine place to spend a few hours. It's located overlooking the sea and you can see the town of Vasto in the distance. A lot of weddings are held here due to the beautiful place, but also there's ample parking, and attentive staff. The original frescoes are wonderful and all the archways held me in awe.
    Written October 1, 2019
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  • Dominique7339
    Ottawa, Canada395 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Unfortunately was not open when we arrived. Only open from 1630 to 2030. Amazing life sized sculptures in the garden for the stations of the cross. Beautiful mosaics surrounding the sacred waters. Sparkling clean public toilets by the gift shop in the parking lot.
    Written October 12, 2016
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