Snowshoeing in Abruzzo: winter adventures across beech forests, high plateaus and snowy peaks in the Central Apennines

If you’re looking for unforgettable winter hikes in Abruzzo, you’ll be pleased to know that the region offers much more than groomed ski slopes. Thanks to an exceptional variety of natural landscapes, the mountains of Abruzzo are perfect for snowshoe trekking through atmospheric settings rich in history and mountain culture. Across the protected areas of the Central Apennines, you can explore stunning winter routes such as the Campo Imperatore plateau, the vast open spaces of the Altopiani Maggiori d’Abruzzo, and the gentle slopes that wind through the dense beech forests of Mount Sirente and the Abruzzo, Lazio and Molise National Park. Snowshoes are ideal for easy, not-too-long winter excursions, especially in woodland trails and on soft, rolling terrain. Compared to backcountry Nordic skiing or ski touring, snowshoe hiking requires no special technique, making it an accessible way to experience Abruzzo’s mountains in winter.