In the shadow of the imposing Mainarde, the mountain range which marks the southern border of the National Park of Abruzzo, Lazio and Molise, It nestles in the picturesque Lake Castel San Vincenzo. Not far from it, It born the longest river in southern Italy, the Volturno, which flows into the Tyrrhenian Sea after traveling well 175 km. From the nature of the source of the river Volturno, a walking path will lead us to the extraordinary archaeological site of San Vincenzo al Volturno, considered the most important archaeological site early medieval Europe. Walking among the ruins of the monastic complex and the city founded in the eighth century, We run through a fascinating journey through time, between history and legend.
We'll move on Lake Castel San Vincenzo for a leisurely stroll along its banks and for a picnic that will allow us to relax enjoying the magnificent scenery of Mainarde mirrored on the waters of the lake of Castel San Vincenzo.
Last stop of the day will be the interesting International Museum of World Wars in Rocchetta al Volturno, where with a meticulous work it was put together an exceptional collection of documents, divided, and means that reconstruct the events of the two World Wars, in particular those related to the battles that determined the fall of the Gustav Line between Cassino and the High Volturno.
difficulties: T (Easy)
Length: 2,5 km + 1 km + 1 km
HIKING TOUR PROGRAM:
Ore 10.00 – Meeting participants to the source of the river Volturno (Rocchetta al Volturno – IS)
For those who want to use the service carsharing, The appointment is at 8.00 at the Visitor Center of Coastal biotope and Mediterranean Botanical Garden of San Salvo Marina.
- Check the sources of the River Volturno and the beginning of hike 2,5 km
- Guided tour to the archaeological site of San Vincenzo al Volturno (entrance € 4)
- Transfer by own car on Lake Castel San Vincenzo and hike of 1 km along the banks of the lake to the area where we will consume picn picnic lunch packed by the participants
- Transfer by own car in Rocchetta al Volturno. Guided tour of the International Museum of World Wars (entrance € 5).
Ore 17.30 End of guide services
For the users of the car sharing service return to San Salvo is scheduled at 19.30
RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT: cape / poncho for rain, from hiking boots or sneakers, spare T-shirt, 1.5 L of water, Sun lotion, bonnet, packed lunch.
PARTICIPATION CONTRIBUTION (including entrance fees and guided tours):
€ 25,00 gives 9 a 12 participants
€ 20,00 gives 13 participants onwards
They accept reservations no later than noon 20,00 on Friday 22 June. Such term is intended also for any cancellations.
REGULATION EXCURSION
The guides reserve the right to make changes to the program or postpone / cancel depending on the meteorological conditions.
The guides reserve the right to accept or decline the event accessions, After careful evaluation of the physical condition, experience and appropriate equipment those interested in participating.
Participation is open to all prior association membership (or renewal for the current year). The membership fee is € 10 to be paid before or simultaneously with the participation contribution excursion.
The registration will be valid for the whole association year 2018 and will be entitled to a discount of 15% at the sporting goods store Sports Time of Vasto and the ability to access the discounts provided by the formula “Bring a friend”, which involves a reduction in the 50% on the participation fee at the first exit for both the new shareholder for the shareholder "presenter", and a free output each 3 new members brought in partnership. Remember those entitled to discounts / free excursion to notify upon reservation.
Travel expenses (fuel + motorway tolls) incurred by those who will provide their own car, They will be divided between those who use the car sharing service.
Place
Sources Volturno River
Data / Now
Date(s) - 24/06/2018
10:00 - 17:30
