Barete
Province of L'Aquila, Abruzzo, Italy
A short distance from the regional capital, Barete comprises a number of small villages situated along the road from Pizzoli to Montereale: Colli, Teora, San Sabino and Basanello. In summer many traditional festivals and religious feasts take place, among which the very popular "Estate Baretana".
 Info
Altitude: 800 m a.s.l
-- Distance from L'Aquila: 20 km
-- Population: ca. 700 inhabitants
-- Zip code: 67010
-- Phone Area Code: 0862
-- How to reach it: A24 Roma-L'Aquila, Exit L'Aquila Ovest
S.S.80, then road to Montereale
- bus: from L'Aquila
History
Well known since Roman times for its waters, it was a popular bath centre for the citizens of nearby Amiternum. In the course of history its name changed repeatedly: Lavaretum, Lavareta, Castrum Labareti and Capite Amiterni.
Sights & Excursions
- Church of St. Paolo
- Church of St. Vito
- Valle del Chiarino
Events & Festivities
15 June Feast of St. Vito
30 June Feast of St.Paolo
20 August Feast of St.Emidio
Estate "Estate baretana" , with folk dances, games, sports competitions
Hotels, Lodging, Restaurants
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