Stazzo monteforcone
The place
Stazzo (former shepherds' shelter) at 1,629 m on the trail climbing to the Monte Marsicano, in the municipality of Opi (Abruzzo). One of the four stazzi of Opi, built last century as shelters for shepherds and recently restored by the municipality. Locked refuge: keys must be collected from the Hotel La Pieja in Opi. Eight places, panoramic view over the Abruzzo, Lazio and Molise national park. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Getting there
Access via the trail climbing to the Monte Marsicano from Opi. Keys to be collected from the Hotel La Pieja before the hike.
The setting
Abruzzo, Lazio and Molise national park. Slope of the Monte Marsicano, municipality of Opi.
A bit of history
Stazzo built in the 20th century as a shelter for shepherds. Recently restored by the municipality of Opi, one of the Quattro Stazzi d'Opi.
