Slow holidays in Calabria all year long
The Regional Park of Serre Calabresi is a vast protected natural area extending between the Aspromonte and the Isthmus of Marcellinara, between the provinces of Catanzaro, Reggio Calabria and Vibo Valentia, across a surface area of 17,687 hectares.
The toponym ‘Serre’ is of dubious etymology – according to some, it derives from the peculiar alignment of the mountains and hills that recall the teeth of a saw, yet others claim it is due to the presence of numerous sawmills in ancient times.
Dotted with imposing trees that stand out against the sky, the Park is characterised by
majestic and spectacular landscapes, in which you can distinguish extensive mountain ranges, flourishing woods, waterfalls and a rich biodiversity.
To the east is the Stilo wood, home to the Stilaro Valley, where the torrents rush impetuously into the waterfalls, like those of Marmarico, the tallest and most fascinating throughout all of Calabria. Amongst white firs, oaks and chestnut trees, you can come across the peculiar fauna populating the Park, such as the mouflons, fallow deer, roe deer, but also peacocks, pheasants, the rare black woodpecker and many others.
To be admired alongside the natural splendours are the places of worship of great historical and religious importance, such as the Certosa di Serra San Bruno abbey, the Santuario Regionale di Santa Maria del Bosco or the archaeological remnants that attest to the role of the ancient Bourbon foundries.
A varied and rich offering of itineraries adapts to the needs of beginners and to the more experienced trekkers, able to decide whether to favour the nature trails or cultural walks.
One thing is certain – whatever the path, the authentic spectacle of nature is assured.
Tours
La Calabria da visitare tutto l’anno
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Badolato
Badolato, a quaint ancient village where time goes by slowly and the days are fulfilled with simple things and great emotions
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Guardavalle
Guardavalle is the green of the mountains and the blue of the sea. Guardavalle is a warm welcome, hospitality and smiles.Guardavalle è tradition and folklore. Guardavalle is a treat to yourself
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Santa Caterina dello Ionio
Santa Caterina dello Ionio, between earth and sea a quaint treasure trove that preserves unaltered influence of a rich past
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Stilo
Stilo is an ancient medieval village that preserves unaltered influences of a past rich in art and culture
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Sant'Andrea Apostolo dello Ionio
A town of warm hospitality, authentic food, ancient tradition and timeless culture stands on the iconic Calabrian slopes, between the blue Ionan Sea and green countryside
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San Floro
In San Floro, a village with a heart of hospitality along the evocative Costa degli Aranci, you can rediscover yourself and the value of time
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Monasterace
In Calabria, between the sea and the hills, between the deep blue and woody valleys, between the Magna Grecia and Medieval origins, stands a charming town called Monasterace, rich of remarkable artistic and cultural assets.
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Torre di Ruggiero
A journey through the picturesque village of Torre di Ruggiero to find the right peace of the senses, completely immersed in the pure nature of authentic Calabria
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Satriano
Satriano is the right location for those people who love enchanted walks through oak woods and mysterious hermits, sun-baths blinded by the glow of the blue waters of the Ionian Sea and its white beaches.
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Montepaone
White beaches and fun are the calling card of Montepaone in Europe. A destination also appreciated by those travelers who love authentic experiences
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Soverato
Soverato is a calabrian sea-town located by the Southern Ionian Coast. Known as “La Perla dell Ionio” it is also considered a sea-holiday capital, a gastronomic and cultural destination
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Borgia
A full real immersion in the history and culture of the destination of “Riviera e Borghi degli Angeli”.
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