Central Apennines
By the central Apennines we usually mean the mountain ranges of Umbria, the Marche and Abruzzo. Of the Apennines we said earlier that they form an arc bulging towards the east. The curve becomes especially marked between Romagna and the Marche, where the mountains come remarkably close to the Adriatic coast (Monti Sibillini and the Gran Sasso massif).
La Meta (2242 m) from Prati di Mezzo
By Redazione Published: 18/08/2013
Introduction: A very varied environment, both on the approach and in the overall view, for a mountain whose upper part and northern ridge don't express any particular personality. A hike suitable both in winter (properly…
Hike to Monte Piano with children (Monte Viglio area)
By Redazione Published: 26/07/2013
Introduction: The Monti Simbruini are an excellent mountain group for spring and summer hikes. Lush nature and easy, accessible hiking routes in the Simbruini.Route characteristics: The suggested path, up to the ridge of Monte Piano,…
Easy hike to Monte Acuto (2035 m)
By Redazione Published: 26/07/2013
Introduction: A compulsory summit for Club 2000m collectors, Monte Acuto is really not very interesting (it is also the lowest of the Sibillini 2000ers), aesthetically anonymous in itself; however it offers a truly breathtaking view…
Costa della Sentina (PD- mountaineering route)
By Redazione Published: 14/03/2013
Introduction: Costa della Sentina is a small face located right at the mouth of the Valle Majelama and is the steepest part of the buttresses of Monte Magnola and the Sentinella. The route is open…
Hike to Macera della Morte (2073 m) from Macchie Piane
By Redazione Published: 06/02/2013
Introduction: A round suited to springtime: once the thaw is over, the Monti della Laga are covered by a green carpet of grass. Given its geological make-up, the Laga drips with water, which runs on…
Hike to Cimata Fossa dei Cavalli (2301 m) from Forme
By Redazione Published: 04/02/2013
Introduction: A quick route of medium length but with a demanding height gain. The balcony overlooking the Valle Majelama is very beautiful, mainly in its lower part, from where you can see the buttresses of…
Monte Amaro (2793 m) by the Rava della Giumenta Bianca
By Redazione Published: 10/01/2013
Introduction: A genuine mountaineering climb with a steady and very demanding gradient. To be done in winter with crampons and ice axe, in summer with lots, lots and lots of water.Route characteristics: Technically not a…
Monte Sirente (2348 m) from the Val d'Arano
By Redazione Published: 10/01/2013
Introduction: This route, not recommended when there is snow cover because of its length, is on the other hand particularly suited to Nordic ski touring and ski mountaineering. The southern side of Monte Sirente, monotonous…
Colle del Bicchero via the Valle Majelama (formerly Majellama) from Forme
By Redazione Published: 08/01/2013
Introduction: A route that winds along the long and at times monotonous floor of the Valle Majellama. The look of the rocks and the drops isn't as spectacular as in other gorges of the Apennines.…