Uncover the historical significance of The Rock, from its role as a refuge for locals and hermits to its impact on fauna and flora. Explore ancient ruins, rock churches, and archaeological sites in this hidden and mysterious world.
Uncover the historical significance of The Rock, from its role as a refuge for locals and hermits to its impact on fauna and flora. Explore ancient ruins, rock churches, and archaeological sites in this hidden and mysterious world.
- Comune di Rocchetta al Volturno - In secluded and often overlooked locations, within caves or beside rocks, huts were quietly constructed, serving as monasteries for travelers seeking true love, towers suspended in the vast emptiness of conflict with the outside world, and shelters for displaced individuals who, during World War II, struggled to…
- Comune di Rocchetta al Volturno - In secluded and often overlooked locations, within caves or beside rocks, huts were quietly constructed, serving as monasteries for travelers seeking true love, towers suspended in the vast emptiness of conflict with the outside world, and shelters for displaced individuals who, during World War II, struggled to find even a breath of sustenance. In the Alto Volturno region, the rock has provided many with a comforting refuge and a vital defense during times of intense fear and disillusionment, leading to exhaustion and ultimately redemption. It offered hope, solace, and illuminated a new path forward.
This journey will explore how the rock has, over the centuries, protected and embraced the animals, plants, and people who have inhabited and continue to inhabit the upper Volturno valley.
Path length: approximately 8 km (circular route)
Level: Easy hiking difficulty (E)
Positive elevation gain: approximately 200 m
Negative elevation loss: approximately 200 m
Age: 12 to 99 years
Maximum 15 participants
Profession practiced in accordance with framework law 4/2013
“Provisions relating to non-organized professions”
- Accompaniment with professional guide
- Accident insurance
- Accompaniment with professional guide
- Accident insurance
- Private transportation
- Lunch
- Private transportation
- Lunch
Guests will come to understand the significance the stone has held throughout the ages for nearby communities, sanctum-seeking recluses, as well as the wildlife and plant life. It will become apparent how the harsh stone landscapes have provided safe havens against looming threats, hostile weather conditions, and detrimental practices. Through the…
Guests will come to understand the significance the stone has held throughout the ages for nearby communities, sanctum-seeking recluses, as well as the wildlife and plant life. It will become apparent how the harsh stone landscapes have provided safe havens against looming threats, hostile weather conditions, and detrimental practices. Through the presentation of tales, fun facts, and fables, the trekker will be drawn into a concealed, enigmatic and commonly overlooked world.
The discoveries will include:
- A historical wreckage where during the Second World War, certain Rocchettani sought sanctuary;
- A stone facade that is home to raptors and songbirds;
- An old stone chapel (Madonna delle Grotte) once occupied by Benedictine recluses;
- An archaeological find (Grotte Reali) confirming the existence of early human settlements in the Volturno Valley.
- Children of at least 10 years old can participate
- People with allergies can participate but it is always advisable to inform the guide
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.