Activities
and trails

Trekking through beech forests and clearings

From the pass, crossed by the SR509, five itineraries depart through beech forests, clearings, and viewpoints in the Abruzzo, Lazio, and Molise National Park: choose the one best suited to your level of fitness.

Path in a beech valley with blue sky and mountains in the distance
Share 1,538 m
5 Itineraries Not to be missed
T · E · EE Difficulty Tourist, hiking, expert
1,080 m San Ferdinando Gallery Royal Mines of King Ferdinand
8.3 km Forca d'Acero Ring Difference in altitude of 105 m

Difficulty

Three types of trekking

The trail abbreviations indicate what preparation is required.

T · Easy

Tourist itineraries

Suitable for everyone, even families with children.

Trail P2, 1.3 km to the Macchiarvana clearing
E · Media

Hiking trails

They require good physical preparation and experience.

Trail F4, from Val Fondillo to the pass
EE · Challenging

Experienced hikers

Challenging sections, for experienced hikers.

Forca d'Acero ring, 8.3 km, 105 m

With the Italian Alpine Club

Guided excursions with the CAI San Donato Val di Comino

The Cassino subsection organizes excursions with local experts. Check the calendar on the official website and join the Facebook group for updates.

Before leaving

What to know before leaving

How to get there By car along the SR509 to the pass, from where the trails start.
Period All year round; in winter the trails are covered in snow and can be explored with snowshoes.
Duration and difficulty From the 1.3 km of trail P2 to the 8.3 km of the Forca d'Acero loop. Markings T, E, and EE.
What to bring Hiking boots and layered clothing.
What to check Weather and webcam of the pass, before leaving.

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