Monte Velino Group
The Monte Velino mountain group is a broad massif of peaks culminating in the summit of Monte Velino (hence the name), a pyramid-shaped mountain surrounded by the nearby peaks of Monte Cafornia and Monte Sevice. It is the Romans' mountain par excellence: just 50 minutes' drive from Rome, it offers hikes and mountaineering ascents that deserve every respect. A mountain that in winter is covered in heavy snow and that, with its height gain from the Piana di Avezzano, allows long treks and demanding ascents, tiring ones too. On the Campo Felice side, on the other hand, the mountain allows more touristy stays and hikes better suited to families and children. A mountain of endless possibilities...
Cimata Puzzillo (2140 m) from Campo Felice via Rifugio Sebastiani
By Redazione Published: 18/10/2013
Introduction: A trivial, easy route lets you look at the imposing, overhanging face of the Costone from below. Cimata Puzzillo, on the other hand, is a really fun summit that can be reached in fifteen…
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 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…
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.…
Hike to Monte Cava (2000 m) through the Valle Amara
By Redazione Published: 12/09/2012
Introduction: An evocative route with a gradual climb, suitable for teenage hikers, although a bit long and tiring. The Prati di San Rocco are beautiful, and we recommend stopping there for a picnic even without…
Torricella Nord (2071 m) and Torricella Sud (2098 m) from the Valico della Chiesola di Lucoli
By Redazione Published: 03/09/2012
Introduction: the hike to the summits of the Torricella (height 2071 m and height 2098 m) follows a moderately long route, but the small height gain makes it a route suitable for young hikers too.…
Monte Cagno (2153 m) via the Forcamiccia
By Redazione Published: 02/09/2012
Introduction: short and easy to do, the climb to Monte Cagno is a classic hike to do in summer with the family; in winter with snowshoes or skis. On the summit stands a huge solid…
High traverse of Monte Velino from Piani di Pezza to Rosciolo
By Redazione Published: 23/08/2012
Introduction: This is one of the most interesting and demanding traverses you can do in the Velino group. The presence of two refreshment points along the route means you can do it in a single…
Hike to Lago della Duchessa from Cartore
By Redazione Published: 20/08/2012
Introduction: In the Velino mountain group, Lago della Duchessa is an ideal goal for hikers taking their first steps, but also for the most demanding mountaineer. Lago della Duchessa, thanks to its strategic position at…