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Gaeta is known for its tremendous cliffs facing the sea within the wilderness of the urban park of Monte Orlando. In this area it is possible to practice several outdoors activities like free climbing, trekking, jogging or just strolling. The Park is at walking distance from the Gajeta Hotel Residence (ask for a mountain bike at the reception). The whole area around Gaeta is ideal for combining outdoor activities with the local cuisine, history, myth and culture.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION The trekking activities can be organized by specialized Associations that work on the territory and offer different possibilities from climbing, trekking on foot, on horseback, on mountain bike or to more specific speleological finds, activities and explorations. These Associations work in close relationship with the Natural Park of the Aurunci and the Natural Reserve of the Lazio Region. They are: CAI (Centro Alpino Italiano) of Esperia, the Association Nature Trend that both do the walking itineraries. Then there is the Association Maremoto of Formia that organizes trekking on mountain bikes and has instructors SIMB for all levels. For the horse lovers there are two associations "La Compagnia degli Aurunci" and "La Rinchiusa" which both organize horseback riding day trips in the woods.

NATURAL PARK MT. AURUNCI - ITINERARIES

monti.aurunci@parchilazio.it

Tel.: 0771/598114

TREKKING ON FOOT

1. WALKING THROUGH THE CRETACEOUS PERIOD Duration: 6 hours - Difficulty: Easy From Fontana Canale (1238m) to Mount Petrella (1533m). An easy itinerary that takes you through freshwater springs, carboniferous rocks, a Karst environment where you can 'read' the Cretaceous period, the geological sub-divisions and the various forms of life that lived during this time of the Mesozoic era.	4. THE LOST WATERS Duration: 4hours-Difficulty: Medium From Acquaviva (Maranola of Formia 850m) to Piano Terruto (905m) by following the water that has disappeared from the surface and continues underground. This a journey to discover the characteristics of the Karst environment, its morphologies and the adaptment of the plants to survive a habitat poor of surface water.	7. WITCH'S TRAIL Duration: 8 hours-Difficulty: Medium From Esperia the trail passes through valleys, woods all the way up to the highest point of the Aurunci, Mount Petrella with breathtaking views of the extraordinary surroundings: from the mountains of the Abruzzi, to the Vesuvius, to the Pontine Islands and to the Circeo Promontory.
2. SEARCHING FOR THE LONGEVITY SPRINGS Duration: 4 hours - Difficulty: Easy Historic-naturalistic stroll that includes the visit to the monastery of Saint Onofrio of great medieval interest. Following along the 'spring path' you reconstruct the entire hydro geological network and the Karst environment that characterises the territory of Campodimele.	5. ON THE FOOTSTEPS OF THE ANCIENT ROMANS Duration: 2 hours-Difficulty: Low Archaeological-historic stroll that unwinds along a very attractive portion of the old Consular road Appia Antica (between Fondi and Itri). Along the road it will be possible to relive the heroic deeds of the famous Romans that visited this territory.	8. SPIRITUAL TRAIL Duration: 5 hours-Difficulty: Medium From the plain of Polleca (Esperia) across a forest of black hornbeams to the slopes of Mount Altino and from there to the Hermitage of Saint Michael and the Statue of the Redentore. A charming and panoramic walk that also includes a stop for a 'polentata' meal.
3. A THOUSAND YEARS OF PASSAGES OF MEN AND FAITH Duration: 6 hours-Difficulty: Medium Trail that winds from the shelter camp of Pornito (850m) to the hermitage of St. Michael where during the summer the statue of the Archangel is kept there to protect the shepherds and the pilgrims. The breathtaking natural scenery, the animals, the ridges and the aromatic plants that cover the precipices, all contribute to the spiritual protection one feels up here. It's possible to have a luncheon with the typical local products and stroll in the historic centre of Maranola.	6. THE DEFENSE TRAIL Duration: 5 hours-Difficulty: Only Experts From the valley Valle Gaetana along the panoramic ridge of Mount Fammera following the trail of the defensive line Dora all the way to the pine-forest Pineta di Selvacava of Esperia	10 ESSENTIALS These are the 10 essentials for anyone hitting the trail. Don't leave home without them. Map (preferably VERY DETAILED) Compass (and the ability to use it) Water (at least a gallon per person) Food (high in carbohydrates and salt) Extra clothes (rain gear, extra socks, hat) First-aid kit Flashlight Fire-starter Matches Pocketknife Also wear sturdy hiking boots, sunglasses and sunscreen. Let someone know your destination and estimated time of return.

Note: These are only some of the suggested itineraries that can be organised through the local Associations or self-guided but with the due precautions and respect of the natural environment.

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