Calascio is a charming village located in the heart of Abruzzo, exactly in the province of L’Aquila. Set at an altitude of 1,460 meters, it is one of the highest villages in the central Apennines, characterized by a breathtaking landscape composed of majestic peaks and green valleys.
The village is mainly known for the presence of the striking Rocca Calascio Castle, an ancient manor house dating back to the 10th century that overlooks the vast panorama of Abruzzo, offering spectacular 360-degree views.
Calascio’s streets are timeless, with stone buildings that retain the atmosphere of the past and wind through a labyrinth of alleyways eliciting a timeless atmosphere. The quiet and relaxed atmosphere of the village is strongly linked to its rural traditions and the hospitality of its inhabitants.
Calascio is also famous for the church of Santa Maria della Pietà , a 16th-century architectural jewel located at the foot of the castle. Its circular architecture and sloping roof make it an important religious and tourist landmark.
In addition, the village hosts several annual events related to local traditions, offering visitors a taste of authentic Abruzzo culture. Not to be forgotten is the tasty local cuisine that expertly combines fresh and genuine Abruzzo ingredients.
Immagini del borgo
Village of Calascio
Municipality of Calascio
Province of L’Aquila
Abruzzo Region
Inhabitants: 127 calascini
Center altitude: 1 210 m a.s.l.
the municipality is part of:
Authentic Villages of Italy
Gran Sasso and Monti della Laga National Park
Acknowledgements
Rocca Calascio Castle listed by National Geographic as one of the 15 most beautiful in the world
The Municipality
Via Padre Mario, 1, 67020 – Tel. +39 0862 930132
Tourist information
Cooperativa di Comunità ViviCalascio – Tel. +39 3515512131
By Car
From Rome
A24 Roma-Teramo highway, exit L’Aquila Est. Follow signs for Pescara, take the SS 17 to the junction for Barisciano (18 km), turn left toward Barisciano and follow the Strada Provinciale Barisciano – Castel del Monte for about 15 km to Calascio.
From Pescara
A25 Roma-Pescara highway, exit at Bussi-Popoli. Follow the signs for L’Aquila and take the SS 17. After the tunnel continue to the Ofena junction (10Km), turn right towards Ofena. After another 1.5 km turn left for Calascio, which is about 12 km away.
By Bus
From L’Aquila
Once you arrive in L’Aquila, TUA ABRUZZO buses depart from the Collemaggio Bus Terminal. The line that takes you to Calascio is L’Aquila – Castel del Monte, which has 4 daily runs with departures:
8:05 – 11:30 – 14:15 – 19:20
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By Air
The nearest airport is Pescara Airport.
Pescara Airport
From Pescara Airport take the local bus to the Pescara Centrale train/bus station. From there, follow the signs to reach Calascio by bus.
Rome Airports.
From the two airports in Rome you have two options:
take a direct train to Rome Tiburtina Station, where you will continue with directions to reach Calascio by bus;
take a direct bus to L’Aquila. GASPARIBUS connects Rome’s airports (Ciampino and Fiumicino) with L’Aquila, but it has its terminus in the western part of the city (Hotel Amiternum – L’Aquila Ovest). It will then be necessary to reach the Collemaggio Terminal for buses to Calascio by cab or local bus (not recommended).