Difficulty levels

easy
Suitable for everyone:
simple activities with no technical difficulties. Also ideal for those with little experience.
Moderate
Good level of physical activity:
requires a normal habit of outdoor physical activity.
Challenging
For well-trained participants:
longer activities or those with significant elevation gain. Good physical fitness required.

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Snowshoeing to Passo dei Monaci

At the mountain borders

Price

from
30€
per person
Discounts for Families and Young People

details

Duration:
8.30 - 16.00
distance:
12 km
elevation gain:
500 mt
Difficulty:
Moderate
season:
from December to March

At a glance

HISTORIC PASS
An ancient mountain pass crossed for centuries by pilgrims, merchants and brigands.
GLACIAL LANDSCAPES
Valleys and plateaus shaped by glaciers, with open pastures and high-altitude scenery.
REALM OF THE CHAMOIS
An ideal territory to observe the Apennine chamois on rocky slopes.
ICONIC VIEWS
Spectacular views of the Gendarme, Monte Meta and the Park’s main peaks.

Price

from
30€
per person
Sconti per famiglie e Discounts for Families and Young People

Details

Duration:
8.30 - 16.00
Distance:
12 km
Elevation gain:
500 mt
Difficulty:
Moderate
season:
from December to March

At a glance

HISTORIC PASS
An ancient mountain pass crossed for centuries by pilgrims, merchants and brigands.
GLACIAL LANDSCAPES
Valleys and plateaus shaped by glaciers, with open pastures and high-altitude scenery.
REALM OF THE CHAMOIS
An ideal territory to observe the Apennine chamois on rocky slopes.
ICONIC VIEWS
Spectacular views of the Gendarme, Monte Meta and the Park’s main peaks.

In the shadow of Monte Meta
Panoramic hike to Passo dei Monaci, through beech forests, high-altitude pastures, and the realm of the Apennine chamois.
Through forests and plateaus shaped by time, we reach Passo dei Monaci (1,967 m), on the border between Abruzzo, Lazio and Molise. This mountain pass has been crossed since ancient times by pilgrims, merchants and brigands. It is the realm of the Apennine chamois, which lives here on steep rocky slopes.
PROGRAM

Meeting at 8:30 am at the Barrea Tourist Office. Meet the guide and transfer by car to Pianoro le Forme, in the municipality of Alfedena. The trail begins inside the vast beech forest of Val Pagana and gradually climbs to the forest limit.
From here, the landscape changes: the unmistakable profile of the Gendarme and Monte Meta appears in all its majesty. Passing old shepherd shelters and high-altitude pastures, the trail continues through a valley shaped by ancient glaciers, eventually reaching Passo dei Monaci, a historic crossroads between Abruzzo, Lazio and Molise, travelled since ancient times by pilgrims, traders and brigands.
This unique territory is home to a historic herd of Apennine chamois, agile acrobats moving among rocky ledges, cliffs and steep grasslands, grazing or resting on sheer rock faces.
Packed lunch and return to the cars in the afternoon.

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INFORMATION

WHAT’S INCLUDED
Guiding service and organization
Snowshoe and trekking pole rental
Professional insurance

WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED
Transport and transfers
Packed lunch and personal expenses

HIKE LEVEL
The hike does not present technical difficulties; however, good physical fitness is required.

IMPORTANT NOTES
In case of adverse weather conditions, the hike may be modified or cancelled. Participants will be informed in advance.

Price

from
30€
per person
Discounts for Families and Young People

Details

Duration:
8.30 - 16.00
Distance:
12 km
Elevation gain:
500 mt
Difficulty:
Moderate
season:
from December to March

At a glance

HISTORIC PASS
An ancient mountain pass crossed for centuries by pilgrims, merchants and brigands.
GLACIAL LANDSCAPES
Valleys and plateaus shaped by glaciers, with open pastures and high-altitude scenery.
REALM OF THE CHAMOIS
An ideal territory to observe the Apennine chamois on rocky slopes.
ICONIC VIEWS
Spectacular views of the Gendarme, Monte Meta and the Park’s main peaks.

The experience in images

Frequently Asked Questions

The hike involves moderate physical effort. Dressing in layers is recommended so you can adjust your clothing during the route.

Recommended equipment:

  • Mountain backpack
  • Waterproof jacket
  • Down jacket
  • Fleece or sweatshirt
  • Long trekking trousers
  • Hiking boots
  • Hat and gloves
  • Gaiters
  • Water
  • Packed lunch
    Sunscreen

The hike does not involve technical difficulties, but good physical fitness is required.

Here in the Abruzzo, Lazio and Molise National Park we are home to rare and protected wildlife species, therefore dogs are not allowed on some trails. We’re really sorry, but for this adventure you’ll need to leave your four-legged friends at home.

For this activity we recommend a minimum age of 10+ years and some previous mountain hiking experience.

We are aware that mountain weather conditions can be unpredictable. For this reason, our guiding team always checks the forecast a few hours before the experience begins. If conditions are not suitable, the activity will be postponed. In that case, you may choose a new date, request a gift voucher for another experience of equal value, or receive a full refund. To ensure safety and maximum comfort, we recommend bringing all the necessary equipment and wearing appropriate clothing.

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