Rifugio Silone

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Tent pitches
Tent pitches
Grassy pitches
Outside of the bunkhouse
Dog-friendly site
Communal relaxation space
The site's bar
Entrance to the site
Sign for the site
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Grassy pitches
Outside of the bunkhouse
Dog-friendly site

  • Dog-friendly wildlife haven with four hectares of space
  • Half an hour’s drive from National Park of Abruzzo; a trail close by
  • Bar on site, barbecues permitted; walk to Pescina’s historical centre
After a day of hiking, mountain biking, climbing, fishing, birdwatching, skiing or whatever else floats your boat, you’ll be glad to have a site as relaxing as Rifugio Silone to return to. This Abruzzo site is a wildlife haven with four hectares and plenty of large spaces for picnics, all fenced (good news for those of you who have dogs accompanying you). Just half an hour’s drive from National Park of Abruzzo, this is the place to be if you like outdoorsy breaks. There are rivers, mountains, karsts, streams and heaps of wildlife there, and plenty of trails for feet or mountain bicycles. On site, you might spot a roe or deer popping out of the woods in the early morning or at sunset and there are often buzzards and hawks gliding overhead (before the stars come out, that is). Surrounded by mountains, views from the site include the distant peaks of Parco Naturale Regionale Sirente-Velino. With the scent of grass, pastures and the pine forests that surround Rifugio Silone, it’s a splendid barbecue setting (and there’s an on-site bar if you want something to wash the food down with). All this will come as a welcome treat after a day following the cultural path that runs close to the site. When you’re ready to scope out the local area, the medieval centre of Pescina is just 35 minutes’ walk away. Top sights include museums like Museo Ignazio Silone and Casa Museo Giulio Mazzarino, Tomba di Ignazio Silone and Piccolomini Tower. Pescara is an hour’s drive away and Rome is an hour and 25 minutes’ drive away for trips further afield.

Site type

Tent pitches 20
Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 1
Open now
Opens 15 April
Please note
  • The restaurant is open between 15/04 and 15/09.
  • Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
  • The games room is open between 15/04 and 15/09.
  • The bar is open between 15/04 and 15/09.

Languages spoken

English

Italian

Spanish

Open from Tue, 15 Apr to

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Reviews

9.2

Overall rating from 11 Pitchup.com customers

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Facilities / Activities
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Customer service
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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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91% would recommend this site to a friend

91% would stay here again

What customers say

Guests rave about the exceptional panoramic views, peace, and quiet at this refuge, surrounded by greenery and mountains. The facilities include hot water showers and an outdoor seating area, with a summer snack bar available. The extremely kind and helpful young staff are praised for their dedication. Despite an unexpected concert, one group found their designated camping spot sufficiently secluded and enjoyed the atmosphere.

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Un posto tranquillo in natura ideale…

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Claudiu ionut B.

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Un posto tranquillo in natura ideale per recuperare le forze.

Disliked Il bar non è aperto la mattina

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Un posto dove torneremo SEMPRE

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Organizzazione top.Posto,staff, pulizie,intimità, svagò . Lorenzo e il miglioe.

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Posto gradito, ma da migliorare un po’ la gestione

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked La posizione non è male e l’intrattenimento musicale di ferragosto, seppur semplice, di gradimento.

Disliked Organizzazione nel check in un po’ caotica. La vera nota negativa, sono i bagni, sottodimensionati per la quantità di persone presenti, ok che è un rifugio, ma almeno due per sesso, sarebbe stata una grossa mano. Sempre i bagni, molto sporchi al nostro arrivo, anche se un giorno sì ed uno no, una signora veniva a pulirli… altra nota negativa, il fatto di fornire obbligatoriamente le aree cottura. Ok per gli incendi , ma con mezzo sacchetto di carbone, neanche la brace ci accendi.. vi consiglio di comprarlo voi il carbone.

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Posto super spartano, servizi minimi essenziali…

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Sara V.

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Posto super spartano, servizi minimi essenziali ma mega accogliente! I ragazzi che lo gestiscono molto simpatici
Stra consigliato

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Confermo mi è piaciuto, tanto spazio…

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Giuseppe A.

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Confermo mi è piaciuto, tanto spazio

Disliked Cosa non mi è piaciuto, l'erba andrebbe tagliata visto che nelle vicinanze era alta quasi un metro è secca.
Mi piacciono gli animali, c'è un cane bianco molto affettuoso, ma la notte luì è probabilmente c'era qualche altro cane che dopo la mezzanotte continuavano ad abbaiare per diverso tempo, ed Io che volevo riposare era quasi impossibile.

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L'accueil exceptionnel, la découverte d'une spécialité…

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked L'accueil exceptionnel, la découverte d'une spécialité culinaire, l'emplacement calme et reposant , un panorama superbe.

Disliked Les portes des toilettes qui ne ferment pas, les chardons sur l'emplacement tente qui est très éloigné du coin sanitaire.

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Rifugio dove fare camping immerso nella…

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Rifugio dove fare camping immerso nella natura, con personale molto disponibile! Appena possibile torneremo a fare un'altra grigliata!

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La pace, il silenzio, il poter…

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Gaia F.

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked La pace, il silenzio, il poter dormire circondata solo da verde e montagne.
La struttura è dotata anche di bagni con acqua calda, tavoli all'aperto e punto ristoro aperto nel periodo estivo. I ragazzi che la gestiscono ci mettono l'anima, sempre gentili e disponibili.

Disliked Nulla.

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Panorama fantastico…

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Panorama fantastico

Recommend to friends Visit again

Tout est parfait pour le camping ou une réception entre amis

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David W.

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Refuge exceptionnel très grand magnifique cadre le réceptionniste est génial il venue a 3 heure du matin m'ouvrir les portes Vue extraordinaire a venir voir vous allez être bluffé.

Disliked Rien à signaler

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Features

Dogs allowed

Leisure on site

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area Pétanque TV room Take away Tennis Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available Car parking by pitch/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Budget/backpacker Forest Gastronomic delight Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby Shop nearby

Type

Farm Small (11-25 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Climbing nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Mountain biking nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby

Location

Rifugio Silone

Via Del Carmine snc

Pescina

L'Aquila

Italy

67057

Directions

Timezone

Europe/Rome CEST (GMT+02:00)

GPS

42.02037°N
13.66654°E

Route directions

There is a train station in Pescina, within walking distance of the site, and regional buses available from Avezzano, half an hour’s drive away.

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Local attractions

It’s very likely you’re here for the gorgeous landscapes. So, hike away in the splendid Valle del Giovenco (15 minutes’ drive) or the massifs of Rocche Plateau (45 minutes). Then, head to Celano (20 minutes) for gorges and Piccolomini Castle or to the peaks of the Parco Naturale Regionale Sirente-Velino (25 minutes) for more treks, mountain biking or skiing. There are more ski slopes and hiking around Campo Felice (50 minutes) and Ovindoli (35 minutes) if that’s your thing. Those of you who’d rather spend their days by the water, seeing what fish they can snare, will be pleased to know that the Giovenco river, Sangro river and lakes are within a short drive of the site too. Meanwhile, fans of history and archaeology will be set with a visit to archaeological areas from the Roman era, such as Ingresso Area archeologica di Alba Fucens (35 minutes) and Antica Città di Marruvio (10 minutes). Aielli (20 minutes) has medieval sights instead: churches and a tower are among its assets.

Frequently asked questions

  • Does Rifugio Silone have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Rifugio Silone dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Rifugio Silone? It’s very likely you’re here for the gorgeous landscapes. So, hike away in the splendid Valle del Giovenco (15 minutes’ drive) or the massifs of Rocche Plateau (45 minutes). Then, head to … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Rifugio Silone?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  12:30 p.m. –  Anytime
    Depart by:  10 a.m.
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  12 p.m. –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  10 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Rifugio Silone? From £12.13 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.