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Trail F4, from Val Fondillo to the pass

The path that climbs from Val Fondillo to the pass, in the Valle Fredda beech forest: cool in summer, scenic in autumn.

Road in the beech forest with autumn light and leaves on the edge
Share 1,538 m
Average Difficulty Acronym E. Preparation required
1,538 m Pass altitude Forca d'Acero, on the SR509
All year round Period In winter with snow and snowshoes
Standing How to travel Trail in the Abruzzo National Park

The route

What to expect

The F4 connects the Val Fondillo to the Forca d'Acero pass, crossing the Valle Fredda. It's a hiking trail (E) and requires a good level of fitness.

The shade of the forest makes it a great summer trail for walkers and runners. In autumn, the beech forest turns colorful and the path changes appearance.

Asphalt road crossing the beech forest with guardrail

In short

Useful information

Difficulty Average (E)
Departure Fondillo Valley
I arrive Forca d'Acero Pass
For whom Hikers with good preparation.
Period Ideal in summer for shade, and in autumn for color.
What to bring Boots, water, and layered clothing.
Activity It can also be traveled by bike and running.

Along the way

What to see

1

The Cold Valley

A cool and shaded stretch even in the hot months.

2

The beech forest

Tall trunks and leaves that turn yellow and copper in October.

3

The pass

The arrival, at 1,538 m, with a view of both sides.

Road in the beech forest with autumn light and leaves on the edge
Asphalt road crossing the beech forest with guardrail
Pass road in the beech forest, next to the trunk of a moss-covered beech tree

Before leaving

Check the weather and webcam

The weather changes quickly at high altitude. Check the pass webcams and the weather forecast before ascending, and bring water and layered clothing.

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A good advice

Conditions change with the season: in winter the trails are snow-covered and can be explored with snowshoes.

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