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Outdoor Experiences

Many outdoor activities start directly from the campsite

Sports and Outdoor Activities

Nature, movement and freedom in the heart of Abruzzo

Camping La Genziana, in Barrea, is much more than just a stopping point: it is the ideal base for those who love experiencing nature in an active, authentic and dynamic way. Located in the heart of the National Park of Abruzzo, Lazio and Molise, the campsite offers direct access to an extraordinary landscape of ancient forests, panoramic trails, silent valleys and crystal-clear waters. Here, every day can become a different experience: a sunrise walk through the scents of the woods, a bike ride around the lake, a horseback excursion across meadows and open views. The campsite’s strategic location allows you to set off on foot without using your car, immediately immersing yourself in the natural scenery that makes Abruzzo one of the most fascinating regions in Italy. Whether you are a trekking enthusiast, a cycling lover, an athlete seeking new challenges or a family eager to enjoy outdoor activities in total safety, here you will find the perfect setting to move, breathe and discover the area at your own pace and in complete freedom.

Horseback Riding

Lake Barrea

Hiking in the Park and Surroundings

From the campsite, numerous trails wind through forests and open onto spectacular views. Trekking enthusiasts can walk sections of Stages 125 and 126 of the Sentiero Italia, one of Europe’s most scenic long-distance trails. Easy walks alternate with more challenging routes through beech forests, silent valleys and breathtaking lake views.

Cycling Between Villages and Nature

Cycling lovers can explore the area by riding around Lake Barrea, passing through historic villages, forests and unspoiled valleys. A unique way to discover the authentic soul of Abruzzo, pedaling between nature and culture.

Horseback Riding

For those seeking an even more immersive experience, horseback riding allows you to cross trails and meadows in complete harmony with the surrounding landscape. A perfect activity for families, couples and animal lovers.

Lake Barrea: Water Sports and Relaxatio

Just a few minutes from the campsite lies the charming Lake Barrea, ideal for water activities such as canoeing, swimming and windsurfing.
Its waters and natural beaches offer relaxing and enjoyable moments for both adults and children.

Recommended easy itineraries

Tourist-level hikes (T)

Colle della Malafiglia e affaccio Foce fiume Sangro

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Cani al guinzaglio
Giorno n. 1 sul libro Pasetta Racconta

Fonte Sambuco - Mosé - Acqua della Donne -Lago

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Cani al guinzaglio

Fonte Sambuco - Mosé - Acqua della Donne -Sorgente Valle Jannanghera

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Cani al guinzaglio

Valico Aia della Forca - Aruccia - Ponticello - imbocco L2

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Cani al guinzaglio

Fonte Sambuco - Mosé - Sorgente Valle Jannanghera - Lago

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Cani al guinzaglio

Fonte Sambuco - Sorgente Valle Jannanghera - civitella alfedena

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Cani al guinzaglio
Giorno n. 2 sul libro Pasetta Racconta

Recommended challenging itineraries

Hikes rated (E) – Excursion level

Diga Lago Barrea, bivio Scontrone, rientro in BUS

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Cani al guinzaglio
Giorno n. 10 sul libro Pasetta Racconta

Valle dell'inferno - Lago Vivo - Serrone

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Giorno n. 3 sul libro Pasetta Racconta

Valle Capriola - Monte Rotondo - Matusalemme

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Cani al guinzaglio
Giorno n. 4 sul libro Pasetta Racconta

Valle Jannanghera, Rifugio Forca Resuni, Civitella Alfedena, rientro in Bus

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Giorno n. 12 sul libro Pasetta Racconta

La regina del Parco: Monte Meta e i Camosci. I tre confini (Abruzzo, Lazio e Molise)

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Spostamento in auto
Giorno n. 6 sul libro Pasetta Racconta

Recommended mountain bike routes

Cycling enthusiasts can explore the area around Lake Barrea, passing through historic villages, forests and unspoiled valleys.

Barrea, valle Iannanghera, Civitella Alfedena, Barrea

Barrea, Rio Torto, Lago della Montagna Spaccata, Alfedena, Barrea

Barrea, Pescasseroli, Monte Tranquillo, Campo Rotondo, Forca d'Acero, bivio di Opi, Barrea

Bike Tour

Are you an experienced cyclist or a casual bike lover? Choose your route, as many trails of varying difficulty start directly from Camping La Genziana. Discover beautiful places, grab your bike and go.

Barrea – Alfedena – Zittola – Rionero Sannitico – Acquaviva d’Isernia – Cerro al Volturno – Bivio Pizzone – Valico S. Francesco – Alfedena – Barrea

Acqua: Acquaviva d’Isernia – Alfedena

Barrea – Alfedena – Zittola – Rionero Sannitico – Forlì del Sannio – Roccasicura – Carovilli – Stazione Carovilli – S. Pietro Avellana – Castel di Sangro – Barrea

Acqua: Forli del Sannio – Stazione Vastogirardi – S. Pietro Avellana

Barrea – Alfedena – Castel di Sangro – Ateleta – Castel del Giudice – Capracotta – S. Pietro Avellana –Castel di Sangro – Barrea

Acqua: Capracotta – S. Pietro Avellana

Barrea – Pescasseroli – Gioia Vecchio – Gioia dei Marsi – Venere – Pescina – Ortona dei Marsi – S. Sebastiano – Bisegna – Pescasseroli – Barrea

Acqua: Venere – S. Sebastiano – Pescasseroli

Barrea – Pescasseroli – Bisegna – S. Sebastiano – Ortona dei Marsi –Bivio Sulmona Scanno – Galleria Olmo dei Bobbi – Bivio Cocullo – Anversa degli Abruzzi – Gole del Sagittario – Lago di Scanno – Scanno – Passo Godi- V. Barrea – Barrea

Acqua: Bisegna – Lago di Scanno

Barrea – Alfedena – Castel di Sangro – Bivio S. Pietro Avellana – S. Pietro Avellana – Staz. Vastogirardi – Carovilli – Miranda – Bivio Isernia – Macerone – Vandra – Rionero Sannitico – Zittola – Alfedena – Barrea.

Salite impegnative: Macerone km 3; Rionero Sannitico km 9 pendenze 12-15%
Acqua: Staz. Vastogirardi – Vandra

Barrea (1060)- Valico Colle della Croce (1164) – Castel di Sangro (808) – Ateleta (737)*- Pietransieri (1359)*- Roccaraso (1236) – Castel di Sangro (808) – Alfedena (914 ) – Valico Colle della Croce (1164) – Barrea (1060)

Salite impegnative: da Ateleta a Pietransieri – 622 m in 9 km
Acqua: Pietransieri – Castel di Sangro

Barrea – Alfedena – Castel di Sangro – Bivio S. Pietro Avellana – S. Pietro Avellana – Vastogirardi – Impianto eolico – Capracotta – Castel del Giudice – Ateleta – Castel di Sangro – Alfedena – Barrea

Services at Camping La Genziana

Comfort and nature in the heart of the National Park of Abruzzo
Surrounded by greenery and overlooking the valley of Lake Barrea, the campsite offers spacious areas, well-maintained facilities and a welcoming atmosphere, perfect for those traveling by camper, tent or caravan.

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