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Winter

Skiing and snowshoeing in the beech forest

Beech forests and snow-covered clearings between Lazio and Abruzzo, far from the beaten track: three loops ranging from 6 to 14.75 km for snowshoeing and backcountry skiing, for all levels.

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Apennine ridges with snow in spring and blue skies

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3 Itineraries For all levels

3:30 PM Beech Forest of the Brigands The most evocative route

649 m Maximum difference in altitude Monte Tranquillo Ring

Morning Recommended departure To avoid returning in the dark

Attention

Weather and avalanche risk check

Before leaving, check the snow conditions and the pass's webcams.

Snowshoeing

In the snow-covered beech forest

The most evocative route passes through the Briganti beech forest, rich in history and biodiversity, and takes about 3 and a half hours.

Along the way, you'll spot tracks of wolves, deer, and roe deer. After a snowfall, the centuries-old beech forests, some recognized by UNESCO, take on a completely different appearance.

Beech forest with sunbeams between the trunks, in autumn

Recommended itineraries

Three rings on the snow

Isolated beech tree on a grassy slope, with the valley and ridge in the background

Monte La Felcia Ring

100 m Difference in altitude

Half day Duration

Horses grazing on a high-altitude meadow in front of an autumnal beech forest.

Macchiarvana Ring and Long Field

50 m Difference in altitude

Path in a beech valley with blue sky and mountains in the distance

Forca d'Acero – Monte Tranquillo Loop

14.75 km Distance

649 m Difference in altitude

Points of
Interest

What you find along the routes

Centuries-old beech forests Some are recognized by UNESCO and are even more evocative after a snowfall.

Fauna Deer, chamois, foxes, traces of the Marsican brown bear, Apennine wolves and, with a bit of luck and silence, golden eagles.

Panoramas Monte Tranquillo and Serra delle Gravare, with wide views of the snow-capped valleys on clear days.

Macchiarvana Plateau Popular destination for cross-country skiing and ski touring.

Fondillo Valley Nearby, with springs and interesting routes even in winter.

Practical advice

Before leaving

Watch the webcams

1

Check the weather and snow

Always check the conditions and avalanche risk.

2

Leave early in the morning

You have enough time and you don't return in the dark.

3

Go in a group

It's best not to tackle the snow alone.

Before leaving

What to know before leaving

How to get there From SR509 to the pass. Check that the road is open before setting off.

Period Winter, with heavy snowfall.

Duration and difficulty Three loops ranging from 6 to 14.75 km; the Briganti beech forest takes about 3.5 hours.

What to bring Snowshoes or touring skis and layered clothing.

What to check Weather, snowpack, and avalanche risk. Leave early in the morning and go in a group.

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Isolated beech tree on a grassy slope, with the valley and ridge in the background

The territory

Border history, flora and fauna of the crossing.

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Typical cuisine dish with red wine and aromatic herbs on a wooden table

Restaurants

Seven partner locations, one on the pass and six in San Donato.

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Room with double bed, glass of wine and sweets on the table

Accommodations

Two vacation homes and a resort near the pass, with partner discounts.

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Plan your visit

Everything you need before leaving

The Foliage Tracker

When does the forest change, at what altitude?.

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Reach the pass

By car, train, bus, or plane.

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Watch the pass live

Snow, clouds and temperature before leaving.

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History, flora and fauna

The territory between Lazio and Abruzzo.

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Partner

Who welcomes you and accompanies you

CAI San Donato Val di Comino

ITALIAN ALPINE CLUB SAN DONATO VAL DI COMINO

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