Mid-August is usually sea and beach parties, but there are also those who love to spend the eve of mid-August and the following feast day in mountain resort. Here are favorite places and advice to spend it to the fullest.
Eve of August XNUMXth in the mountain resorts
Although in the minority, there are many Italians who choose to spend the eve and mid-August away from the motorways, in these crowded hours to reach seaside resorts and cities of art, to experience the mountains. It gets away from the summer crowds and is a great option to get a breath of fresh air away from the summer heat. It is the best place for trekking, climbing and long walks enthusiasts but also for cycling and nature lovers.
There are many places that offer this beautiful alternative throughout the Italian peninsula.
Here are the best locations for August XNUMXth
From north to south, here are the best locations: Asiago plateau, a few steps from Vicenza, Valdidentro, in Alta Valtellina (Lombardy) together with Terme di Bormio, Livigno and the Stelvio Pass; La Thuile, in Valle d'Aosta where there is the great Rutor glacier, the waterfall and Mont Blanc. The Gran Sasso National Park; Pragelato, next to the Cottian Alps in Piedmont; the Roccaraso Natural Park, in Abruzzo; Mount Gariglione in Calabria, with the possibility of visiting the homonymous Biogenetic Nature Reserve with its Sila; Mount Etna, Nebrodi and Madonie in Sicily.
What to do on the eve of mid-August in the mountains
Usually we leave, where possible, a few days before. We meet with friends in structures to share a nice barbecue, walk, look at the stars, being enchanted by the beauty of the sky! Many associations organize ad hoc evenings and events. There are several structures that offer swimming pools, sports fields and places where you can go horse riding or trekking on foot or simply where guests can lie down in the shade of an olive tree, read a book and listen to good music. For the bravest there are tents, a hammock, a cooler, a camper and showers.
Many also those who choose farm holidays, living in contact with animals brings, as we know, many benefits.
Advice
Bring hats with you. glasses and sunscreen to protect you from the rays; mountain boots, water bottle, rain and windproof k-way jacket, emergency torch.
Also remember to dress in several layers, let yourself be guided by the experts to know the most suitable paths and not distance you; also bring with you some medicines such as antihistamines, cortisone, plasters.
A growing trend
Especially on the occasion of Ferragosto, mountain trips they are a must for an increasing number of people.
Between grilled meat, grilled vegetables and good wine it will be a wonderful mid-August! Enjoy the view, the silence and nature, enjoy the typical dishes. remember that from there you can admire an unprecedented sunset and sunrise! The Mid-August in the mountains it's an incredibly fascinating experience!
