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Explore Abruzzo: An Adventure Off the Beaten Path

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Rocca Calascio: explore an abandoned fortress in Abruzzo

Sitting at an impressive elevation of 1460m above sea level is the abandoned medieval fortress of Rocca Calascio. ... Read more

Corno Grande Hike – Conquer the highest peak of Gran Sasso

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