Nature trekking: the high valley of Cerasole and Punta di Tormine

  • Next dates On request
  • Time08:30 - 15:00
  • WhereMonti Picentini Regional Park
  • Appointment08:30 am at Serino highway exit (AV)
  • Tour leader Valerio Russo Giuseppe De Risio

Trekking in the Monti Picentini Regional Park, to discover its fauna.

Along a path between beech woods and pristine streams, we will reach the top of Punta di Tormine, where we will enjoy an overall view of the main peaks of the Picentini mountains.

We will also have the opportunity to know the ancient custom of extraction of ichthyol, an ointment obtained from the processing of ancient organic remains, following in the footsteps of Oronzo Costa, zoologist of the Kingdom of Naples, who first honored the wealth of fossils of marine animals enclosed in these mountains.

Length: 8km

Difference in altitude: +400m

Maximum altitude: 1129m

Duration: about 7 hours

Total fee depends on the total number of participants.

For more information contact the organizers.

Equipment required: hiking boots, backpack, at least 1.5 liters of water,  packed lunch, suitable and waterproof clothing.

Recommended equipment: camera and accessories, trekking poles, hatsunscreen, binoculars.

Information regarding rates and payment methods will be communicated by email after completing the request form.


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