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A border crossing in the province of L'Aquila located 1,300 meters above sea level to cross the Gran Sasso mountain range via state road 80, which connects the provinces of Teramo and L'Aquila.

The last 2 km leading to the observatory are very challenging, and it is nice to see who is going up when you have completed the climb and you go down …

The Vado di Cornillo, also known as Mapasso, is located at an altitude of 1,325 meters above sea level. A truly particular Apennine mountain pass: large high-altitude meadows alternate with patches of fir forest. An ideal place for a cool summer picnic. Various paths start from here, also suitable for families.

mountain pass, with gentle climbs, excellent for training, which reaches a height of 1500m ⚠️ There is the possibility of meeting free animals, always pay attention

Vado di Corno is a pass at more than 1,900 meters above sea level, located on the Campo Imperatore plateau, in the heart of the Gran Sasso d'Italia. Various hiking trails also start from here, including the Centenary Trail and the ascent to Mount Aquila.

The Capannelle pass is a very popular pass for cyclists and motorcyclists. This joins the Vomano valley to the Aterno valley along the "Strada Maestra del Parco". The name "capannelle" is due to the presence of small stone ruins guarding the fields, located throughout the area. The Capannelle pass is also mentioned by Carlo Emilio Gadda in "Towards Teramo": “At the Capannelle Pass there is a beginning or end, depending on who goes, a long mountain mouth, about one thousand three: whence, going east as I used to do, I greet you by addressing the hills, the waters, the fields dominated by the Eagle: which brings , in the eyes, the very bright sphere of the sun".

The Valico delle Capannelle is located at 1300 m asl and probably takes its name from the small shepherds' huts scattered along the route. The effort of the climb is well rewarded by a spectacular panorama.

I had the streets completely to myself, no car, no bike, fantastic!