Skiing in Abruzzo – snow report
The most popular ski resorts, the updated snow report and useful information on how to find lifts or book accommodation for your winter holiday
Chamois and wolves to see up close, caves with an underground river, lakes for a swim, beaches with shallow water, sledges and skates in winter, castles on the rocks and sweets to make together. Here is everything on our site that suits children, with the places on the map.
⚠ Safety: what you need and legal requirements
The most popular ski resorts, the updated snow report and useful information on how to find lifts or book accommodation for your winter holiday
View the webcams in Abruzzo and check real‑time weather conditions. Some webcams belong to www.abruzzoparchi.it, others are located throughout the region
Weather forecasts for the coming days in Abruzzo. Live weather via our webcams and temperatures recorded in several mountain areas
Maps for trekking, mountain biking, ski touring, running and horse riding. You can also download the GPX track of each route
Abruzzo’s villages are famous for their fortresses, mountains and the traditional trabocchi along the southern coast
One of Italy’s most famous and oldest national parks
Located in the heart of the Apennines, home to the beautiful villages of the Rocche Plateau
One of the snowiest places in Italy, a unique mountain massif rising close to the sea
Choose between sea or mountains, summer or winter, a sporty holiday or a relaxing one — Abruzzo has it all
Abruzzo is famous for its cuisine, both mountain and coastal, with traditions that vary from area to area
Walks, diving, climbing, mountain biking, horse riding — all outdoor activities available in Abruzzo
Rocca di Mezzo, Rocca di Cambio, Rovere, Terranera, Ovindoli
The Medieval Villages of the Gran Sasso, with their castles, towers, and ancient settlements that once dominated Abruzzo
The village of Cappadocia, in the western part of the Aquilan Abruzzo
The village of Casamaina, a favourite among skiers heading to Campo Felice or Ovindoli
The village of Castel del Monte, the highest settlement in the Gran Sasso area
The village of Civitella Alfedena, in the Abruzzo, Lazio and Molise National Park
Mountaineering on the Gran Sasso, the ideal place for freeride lovers seeking demanding routes
The city of L'Aquila, with its restored Renaissance palaces, a place rich in culture
The 2012 snowfall in L'Aquila brought over one metre of snow in 24 hours — unbelievable images
The village of Pescasseroli, heart of the Abruzzo, Lazio and Molise National Park
The village of Pietracamela, on the north-eastern side of the Gran Sasso, at the foot of Corno Piccolo — a magical and unexpected place
Prati di Tivo, a winter ski resort offering breathtaking views to all who visit
San Domenico and the Serpari ritual, held every first Thursday of May
The 2012 snowfall in Scoppito reached nearly two metres in height
The village of Opi, a splendid settlement in the Abruzzo, Lazio and Molise National Park
Punta Aderci, with the Abruzzese trabocchi stretching from Vasto through Fossacesia to San Vito Chietino
Lake Campotosto, nestled between the Gran Sasso and Monti della Laga ranges, within the national park of the same name
The Capodacqua reservoir, with submerged mills and crystal-clear waters, a paradise for divers
The swimming lake of Scanno, named after the village overlooking it — a place worth visiting
Lake Sinizzo, just a few kilometres from San Demetrio, is the ideal place for nature lovers seeking fresh, clear waters
Lake San Domenico, named after the nearby hermitage; its crystal-clear waters make it unique. Swimming not allowed
The Fountain of the 99 Spouts, a symbol of the city of L'Aquila
The Basilica of Santa Maria di Collemaggio, resting place of Pope Celestine V, the only pope buried outside Rome’s walls
The Sanctuary of Madonna d'Appari, set among the rocks along the road between Paganica and Assergi
The Church of San Panfilo, in the municipality of Tornimparte, with its frescoes — a place worth visiting
The Stiffe Caves, inside the Velino-Sirente Regional Park — a magical place to explore
Chamois and wolves to see up close, caves with an underground river, lakes for a swim, beaches with shallow water, sledges and skates in winter, castles on the rocks and sweets to make together. Here is everything on our site that suits children, with the places on the map.
The parks have short, flat paths, visitor centres and wildlife areas where you can see chamois, wolves and otters up close: an easy way to introduce little ones to the mountains.
Two caves to visit with a guide, an adventure children remember: bring a sweatshirt, it is cool inside even in summer.
In summer you can swim in Lake Scanno and at the coast’s beaches: sand and shallow water in the north, and on the Trabocchi Coast a flat cycle path to ride with children.
Easy slopes and ski schools for beginners, sledging areas, ice rinks and first snowshoe walks on wide, safe plains.
Castles clinging to the rocks, villages to explore and museums that tell stories of warriors, shepherds and cooks: short visits that mix well with walks.
The heritage train of the ‘Transiberiana d’Italia’ crosses the snowy plateaus to Campo di Giove and Roccaraso: for children the journey itself is a treat. Many destinations can also be reached by train and bus.
Children love Abruzzo food: arrosticini to eat with your hands, cheese-and-egg balls, crêpes, and many traditional sweets to make at home. Our recipes give difficulty, times and ingredients.
The flavours of the parks: produce, festivals and where to eat
The most popular ski resorts, the updated snow report and useful information on how to find lifts or book accommodation for your winter holiday
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View the webcams in Abruzzo and check real‑time weather conditions. Some webcams belong to www.abruzzoparchi.it, others are located throughout the region
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Weather forecasts for the coming days in Abruzzo. Live weather via our webcams and temperatures recorded in several mountain areas
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Maps for trekking, mountain biking, ski touring, running and horse riding. You can also download the GPX track of each route
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Walks, diving, climbing, mountain biking, horse riding — all outdoor activities available in Abruzzo
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Choose between sea or mountains, summer or winter, a sporty holiday or a relaxing one — Abruzzo has it all
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Abruzzo is famous for its cuisine, both mountain and coastal, with traditions that vary from area to area
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Abruzzo’s villages are famous for their fortresses, mountains and the traditional trabocchi along the southern coast
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One of Italy’s most famous and oldest national parks
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One of Italy’s wildest parks, with typical Apennine landscapes and Dolomite‑like peaks
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Located in the heart of the Apennines, home to the beautiful villages of the Rocche Plateau
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One of the snowiest places in Italy, a unique mountain massif rising close to the sea
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