Sagittario Gorges Nature Reserve
Starting from the early 1990s, the Municipality of Anversa degli Abruzzi, driven by the enthusiasm of administrators and citizens, initiated a series of initiatives to create a protected area dedicated to the preservation of the gorges’ environment. In 1991, thanks to the contribution of WWF volunteers, the WWF Oasis Gole del Sagittario was established, which […]
Botanical Garden of the Cavuto Springs
In 1996, within the Reserve, the Gole del Sagittario Botanical Garden was established, recognized in 1998 as of regional interest pursuant to L.R. 35/97. The garden currently hosts 380 plant species, 45 of which are of conservation interest, in accordance with the Habitat Directive, the CITES convention, the Regional Red Lists of Italian Plants (Pedrotti […]
Cavuto Springs
In the heart of the Nature Reserve, the abundant Cavuto Springs present themselves as a fascinating natural spectacle. The term “Cavuto,” which in the Abruzzese dialect means ‘hole’ or ‘cavity,’ perfectly reflects the landscape, where water surprisingly emerges from the crevices at the base of the rocks, from the scree, and from the clods of […]
Houses of the Lombards
In the 15th century, the area of Anversa degli Abruzzi was hit by a strong earthquake that necessitated the reconstruction of numerous damaged buildings. This event encouraged the immigration of Comacine craftsmen from northern Italy, particularly from Lombardy, who settled in Abruzzo to contribute to the reconstruction. The Houses of the Lombards are dwellings built […]
Coccitelle Necropolis
In the Sagittario Valley, the evidence of ancient artifacts and structures dates back to the 4th century BC, a period when the Italics came into contact with the Romans. The necropolises of Coccitelle and Cava della Rena, located on the outskirts of Anversa, bear witness to this cultural encounter. One of the indigenous necropolises, recently […]
Ruins of the Church of Santa Maria ad Nives
Just outside the village of Anversa degli Abruzzi, along Via Vittorio Emanuele II, immersed in the picturesque landscape of the Sagittario Valley, lie the remains of the Church of Santa Maria ad Nives. Not to be confused with the Church of Santa Maria della Neve in Castrovalva, this ancient place of worship stands at the […]
Norman Castle (Anversa degli Abruzzi)
In the heart of the historic center of Anversa degli Abruzzi, in a dominant position over the village, stands the Norman Castle, one of the main attractions of the town. Today, while the medieval tower appears as a ruin, the 18th-century structure is a private property, visitable by appointment. The castle was built on a […]
Pazziana Gate (Anversa degli Abruzzi)
The door dates back to the mid-14th century and is the most important for entering the town. It opens towards the East, in the direction of Sulmona. The curtain wall that surrounded the town was composed of fortified houses, joined together, creating a defensive circle around the center. Among these houses stood guard towers, crenellated […]
San Nicola Gate (Anversa degli Abruzzi)
Walking along Via San Nicola, the gaze stops at Porta San Nicola, located in the westward direction, towards Via Foce and the small church of San Nicola, which leads towards Scanno. Above the gate, on the corner of the enclosure, stands an angular tower of the city walls, imposing in its breadth. The crossbow slit […]
Church of San Marcello (Anversa degli Abruzzi)
Walking along Via Duca degli Abruzzi, the gaze is captured by the Church of San Marcello, dedicated to Pope Marcellus I, the patron saint of Anversa degli Abruzzi. Dating back to the 11th century, it was expanded during the fiefdom of Count Nicolò da Procida, whose coat of arms is still visible on the portal. […]
