Calascio is a region in the heart of Abruzzo, Italy, characterized by its dramatic mountainous terrain and serene natural beauty. Nestled within the Gran Sasso and Monti della Laga National Park, the area features a unique blend of rocky landscapes, high-altitude plateaus like Campo Imperatore, and green valleys. This diverse geography makes Calascio an ideal destination for several outdoor sports, including road cycling, mountain biking, jogging, hiking, and more.
The Calascio region offers more than…
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4.8
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167
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7.52km
02:14
230m
230m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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1,039
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13.9km
04:24
560m
560m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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52
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8.49km
02:41
340m
340m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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13.9km
04:05
370m
370m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.9
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190
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47.8km
02:30
850m
850m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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42.0km
02:11
760m
760m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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99.6km
05:38
2,220m
2,220m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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226
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64.4km
03:27
1,270m
1,270m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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171
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65.9km
05:18
1,410m
1,420m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

45
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37.4km
04:09
1,090m
1,090m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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39
runners
9.05km
02:15
930m
930m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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7.28km
00:59
280m
280m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

28.4km
03:57
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Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.81km
00:25
90m
90m
Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.7
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64
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28.9km
02:17
570m
570m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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62.0km
04:44
1,330m
1,340m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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22
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Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
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19
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Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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55
riders
131km
09:32
2,720m
2,720m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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61.8km
04:40
1,300m
1,290m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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33.8km
02:34
860m
860m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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12
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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12
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11.4km
05:51
550m
550m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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11
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7.74km
04:52
910m
910m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

2
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10.7km
06:22
880m
880m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
Calascio offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Road cycling, Mountain biking, Jogging, Hiking, Touring cycling, Gravel biking, and Mountaineering. The region features 37 routes with an average rating of 4.4 stars from over 9,000 visitors.
Calascio provides challenging road cycling routes, particularly the ascent to Campo Imperatore, which involves continuous climbing over long distances. The Gran Sasso National Park also offers diverse road cycling options. More information can be found in the Road Cycling Routes around Calascio guide.
Yes, the Calascio region and the Gran Sasso and Monti della Laga National Park offer extensive mountain biking opportunities. Trails are available for various skill levels, including challenging routes with significant elevation changes. The MTB Trails around Calascio guide provides detailed information.
Hiking to Rocca Calascio is a popular activity, with paths leading to the highest fortress in Abruzzo. A moderate jogging route is the 4.5 mile (7.3 km) loop to Rocca Calascio Castle and Monte delle Croci. The Hiking around Calascio guide details various options.
The Calascio region offers routes suitable for various skill levels across its outdoor activities. While some routes are challenging, such as the Campo Imperatore ascent for road cyclists, options exist for different experiences. Specific beginner-friendly routes can be explored within the sport-specific guides.
Key highlights include Rocca Calascio, a medieval fortress at nearly 1,500 meters above sea level, and Campo Imperatore, a vast high-altitude plateau known as the 'Little Tibet' of Italy. The region is also part of the Gran Sasso and Monti della Laga National Park.
Komoot offers several guides for Calascio, including Road Cycling Routes around Calascio, MTB Trails around Calascio, Hiking around Calascio, and Gravel biking around Calascio.
There are 37 routes available in Calascio on komoot. These routes cover various sports, including hiking, jogging, mountaineering, mountain biking, road cycling, and touring cycling.
Routes in Calascio have an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars. This rating is based on feedback from over 1,000 users who have rated the available routes.
The official website for the Municipality of Calascio is www.comune.calascio.aq.it. The phone number for the Municipality of Calascio is +39 0862 930132.
The hike from the village of Calascio to Rocca Calascio is approximately 1.8 miles (2.9 km) with an elevation gain of 755 feet (230 meters). A longer option from Santo Stefano di Sessanio is 2.8 miles (4.6 km) with the same elevation difference.
Campo Imperatore is a vast high-altitude plateau, often called the 'Little Tibet' of Italy, stretching for 17 miles (27 km). It is known for its unique, almost moon-like landscape and is a key area for cycling and mountain biking.

