The unmissable villages to visit in Abruzzo

Did you know that Abruzzo has 24 locations in the "Most beautiful villages in Italy" ?

Abruzzo protects vast territories rich not only in environments of great naturalistic value but also in places and villages of significant historical and artistic value. A variety of landscapes ranging from rugged mountains to rolling hills, from rivers, lakes; immense high-altitude prairies to extensive forests rich in wildlife. Small, large artistic and architectural jewels fit into this wonderful landscape and natural setting: the medieval villages.

The villages of Abruzzo keep vestiges of a past rich in history and still partially shrouded in mystery. Worth seeing are the small towns perched on the mountains and surrounded by aesthetic woods. Do not miss the historic villages where ancient cultural traditions are renewed that will make a distant past live again but still alive in the present.

Thus the tourist can immerse himself in the colorful and engaging Medieval Festivals and Historical Re-enactments or get inebriated by the scents during the Festivals. During these events, the visitor will be able to savor the traditional cuisine and taste the local food and wine products.

Villages in Abruzzo that are part of the association the most beautiful villages in Italy are 24: Abbateggio, Anversa degli Abruzzi, Bugnara, Campli, Caramanico Terme, Castel del Monte, Castelli, Città Sant'Angelo, Civitella del Tronto, Guardiagrele, Introdacqua, Navelli, Opi, Pacentro, Penne, Pescocostanzo, Pettorano sul Gizio, Pietracamela, Pretoro, Rocca San Giovanni, Santo Stefano di Sessanio, Scanno, Tagliacozzo and Villalago.

Finally, not to be missed are all the medieval centers such as Celano, Popoli, Penne, Scanno, Balsorano and many others.

Therefore the villages of Abruzzo will be able to give moments of true relaxation often immersed in unique and fascinating natural landscapes, where the historical setting will make the visit pleasant and full of surprises.