San Martino di Castrozza
VIVA! Festival 2026
Tandem paragliding flights in Tirolo and Merano: the thrill of flying over the Alps
Recipe: Polta di Pacentro, the peasant dish that symbolises the traditions of AbruzzoRecipe: Polta di Pacentro, the peasant dish that symbolises the traditions of Abruzzo
La Polta is the signature dish of Pacentro, an ancient village in the Maiella region. A simple recipe featuring beans, potatoes and cabbage, it embodies the peasant cuisine of Abruzzo and the traditions of a region rich in history and authenticity.
Polta Festival 2026
On 18 July 2026, the 22nd Polta Festival returns to Pacentro, featuring the local speciality, along with sausages, zampanelle, pecorino cheese, wine and live music in this Abruzzo village.
PaCentro del Mondo
From 24 to 26 July 2026, Pacentro will host ‘PaCentro del Mondo’, featuring wine tastings, treks, excursions, an international dinner, a zipline and other experiences in the heart of the Maiella.
The Gypsies’ Race
La Corsa degli Zingari di Pacentro è una storica manifestazione che celebra fede e tradizione con una spettacolare corsa a piedi nudi, tra sentieri di montagna e le suggestive vie del borgo.
Caldora castle
The Caldora castle is an ancient fortification located in the village of Pacentro in Abruzzo.
Hermitage of San Germano
Discover the Hermitage of San Germano in Pacentro, an ancient mountain sanctuary in the Maiella National Park, where spirituality, transhumance and the breathtaking views of Abruzzo come together.
Pacentro
The village of Pacentro, inside the Majella National Park, is one of Abruzzo’s best preserved medieval towns.