In 30 route descriptions, this guide covers all the wonderful walking country to be found in Abruzzo, one of the wildest and least populated regions of Italy. Its natural riches are protected in three national parks (Maiella, Gran Sasso and Abruzzo).Abruzzo is in the Apennine mountains centred on Sulmona and between L'Aquila and Castel de Sangro. The detailed walk descriptions are enhanced with color sketch maps and photographs and plenty of local information including accommodation, transport, access, getting there, holiday bases, geology, distances, ascents, parking and useful contact details.