Monte Sirente Group
Although Monte Sirente and the peaks around it are conventionally included in the Monte Velino group and in the Monte Velino and Sirente Regional Nature Park. It is true, however, that the Velino and the Sirente are geographically separated by Ovindoli and by the Altopiano delle Rocche. Given the size of these mountains and the wealth of possible routes, it comes naturally to treat Monte Sirente as a mountain group in its own right.
Serra di Celano (1921 m) from Ovindoli via the Rifugio “La Serra”
By Redazione Published: 18/10/2013
Introduction: A climb along the eastern ridge of the Serra di Celano, going up its gentlest and most gradual side. This side is a bit bare and in summer it fills with tall grass. An…
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…
Hike to Monte San Nicola from Gagliano Aterno
By Redazione Published: 11/09/2012
Introduction: A short hike for little apprentice hikers. The lure of conquering a 2000-metre summit is an extremely powerful incentive for children over seven or eight. The climb to Monte San Nicola is ideal for…
Hike to Monte Etra (1818 m) from the Val d'Arano
By Redazione Published: 29/05/2012
Introduction: Monte Etra is a small rocky promontory with a very interesting profile (in fact a long ridge) that closes off the Monte Sirente massif on its gentle western side. Together with the Serra di…