ヴァッレ・アグリコラの天然記念物・トップ16

Gallinola (1,923 m above sea level) is the second highest peak in the Matese range and is located in Molise. It can be reached from Campitello Matese via a 5.5 km hike and an elevation gain of just under 500 meters. The view from the summit is spectacular, stretching from the Maiella to the Tyrrhenian Sea, clearly visible in good weather.

A short hike with no particular difficulties. The trailhead from Campitello Matese is unmarked and difficult to identify. The trail itself is poorly marked. For those like me who'd never done it, it's essential to follow the trail on an app or similar. The descent was made by descending from the chairlift side (which doesn't operate and doesn't appear to be in operation anymore), then descending along the ski slope, which halfway through features a barbed wire barrier (!) that I had to cross.

Challenging route with a difference in altitude of about 600m, starting from the Ecocamous refuge located in the Santa Maria valley. During the route you will encounter woods, valleys and a beautiful view of Lake Matese. The route leads to the highest peak in Campania, La Gallinola (1923m)

The trail is not an official CAI trail and although the route suggested by koomot is intuitive, the deviation it proposes is risky. In fact, the undergrowth has almost reclaimed the trail, making it difficult and unpredictable. Access to the waterfalls is quite intuitive even if they are also not marked. On site you have to make do to find a location and bathing remains difficult. Exploring a bit you can find several pools of freezing water. Despite the difficulty, it remains an enchanting place.

The trail is not an official CAI trail and although the route suggested by koomot is intuitive, the deviation it proposes is risky. In fact, the undergrowth has almost reclaimed the trail, making it difficult and unpredictable. Access to the waterfalls is quite intuitive even if they are also not marked. On site you have to make do to find a location and bathing remains difficult. Exploring a bit you find several pools of freezing water. Despite the difficulty, it remains an enchanting place.

Getting there from the Santa Maria refuge was a slog but when you admire the view you understand that it's worth it

The Lete stream produces small waterfalls and natural pools where it is possible to swim.

Mount Miletto (2,050 meters above sea level) straddles Campania and Molise and offers a 360° view of the Apennines, Lake Matese and the Mediterranean Sea in the distance.