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The climb to Prati di Tivo is one of the most famous climbs in the Abruzzo Apennines, located at the foot of the Gran Sasso massif. It measures about 14 kilometers with over 1000 meters of elevation gain. The gradients are constant, with many hairpin bends and some steeper sections. It is a classic stage finish of the Giro d'Italia.

Tossicia is a small town in the Gran Sasso and Monti della Laga park, once the capital of the Sicilian Valley. The town is perched on a rocky spur between the Chiarino stream and the "della Valle" stream. There are several sites of interest, such as the marquis' palace, the church of Santa Sinforosa or the characteristic village of Azzinano known for its murals.

The Sanctuary is located at the foot of the Gran Sasso, on the Teramo side of the municipality of Isola del Gran Sasso. The old church from 1908, the Passionist convent and the new complex of the new sanctuary, as well as the headquarters of the periodical Eco di San Gabriele, make up the entire complex. In the old church, the tomb of San Gabriele can still be visited, even though his remains have been taken to the new sanctuary. San Gabriele is the patron saint of Abruzzo and every year the sanctuary is a destination for pilgrimages.

Too crowded, too many motorcyclists. Contrasts with the magic of the Plain

The weather can change quickly up here. When I was here in early May, it suddenly rained and the temperature dropped to 2°C.

I couldn't determine whether it is drinking water, but it is certainly refreshing.

Pietracamella is a picturesque village located near Prati di Tivo, in the Gran Sasso and Monti della Laga National Park. It is considered one of the most beautiful villages in Italy. borghipiubelliditalia.it/borgo/pietracamela