Intermesoli: Mountain Nature and Excursions in Gran Sasso National Park

Intermesoli in the heart of Gran Sasso and Monti della Laga National Park with the Rio Arno and chestnut and beech forests

Intermesoli lies in the heart of Gran Sasso and Monti della Laga National Park. The Rio Arno runs through the town, and chestnut and beech forests surround it. The national park forms the broader landscape setting, while the river and forests establish the town’s immediate surroundings.

The 2,635-metre-high Pizzo Intermesoli, the third-highest peak of the Gran Sasso massif after Corno Grande and Corno Piccolo

Pizzo Intermesoli is a 2,635-metre-high mountain in the Gran Sasso massif. It lies in the area of the hamlet of Intermesoli within the municipality of Pietracamela. After Corno Grande and Corno Piccolo, Pizzo Intermesoli is the third-highest peak of the Gran Sasso massif. Those incorporating the mountain into regional planning can assign its location to the municipal area of Pietracamela and the town of Intermesoli.

Excursions to the summit of Pizzo Intermesoli and into the Valle del Venacquaro, with Intermesoli as the access or starting point

Intermesoli serves as the access or starting point for excursions to Pizzo Intermesoli and into the Valle del Venacquaro. At Pizzo Intermesoli, the excursion is directed towards the summit of the Gran Sasso massif, while in the Valle del Venacquaro it is directed towards the valley. An excursion to the summit and an excursion into the valley therefore refer to different types of terrain.

Travel to Intermesoli from several directions via the SS 80, following signs for Pietracamela or Prati di Tivo

Intermesoli can be reached from several directions via the SS 80. Along the route, follow the signs for Pietracamela or Prati di Tivo. These two place names are therefore just as relevant for regional orientation as the road designation. The access road connects the SS 80 with the signposted directions to Pietracamela and Prati di Tivo. The approach via the road and signposted directions can therefore be planned separately from the actual landscape destinations.

In the footsteps of the brigand Manodoro: a historical and natural-history hike between Pietracamela and Intermesoli

“In the footsteps of the brigand Manodoro” is a historical and natural-history hike between Pietracamela and Intermesoli. The hike follows the trail of the local brigand Manodoro. Its geographical setting lies between two towns, while the excursions to Pizzo Intermesoli and into the Valle del Venacquaro start from Intermesoli. The hike combines natural history with the brigand’s story. Connecting two place names gives the hike a different geographical character from a destination reached from Intermesoli.

The three churches of Santa Maria, San Lorenzo and San Rocco in Borgo Intermesoli

Borgo Intermesoli has three churches: Santa Maria, San Lorenzo and San Rocco. The churches complement the natural surroundings with the built-up town centre. Borgo thus remains a distinct local reference alongside the natural destinations.

More destinations for planning your trip

For more destinations, you can also discover Montone, Silvi Paese, Bisenti, Scerne, Alba Adriatica, Mutignano, Tortoreto and Miano.

For the higher-level travel overview: Teramo.