Barrea
Province of L'Aquila, Abruzzo, Italy
Overlooking wonderful Lake Barrea from a hilltop in the upper Valle del Sangro, the village can show old churches, the walls of an ancient castle and the remains of a pre-Roman necropolis. It is a favourite choice for tourists who like mountain and lake resorts and love a natural park's atmosphere.  Info
Altitude: 1060 m a.s.l
-- Distance from L'Aquila: 100 km
-- Population: ca. 900 inhabitants
-- Zip code: 67030
-- Phone Area Code: 0864
-- How to reach it:
- road: A25, exit Cocullo
- bus, trains: from Avezzano, Sulmona
History
With the name of Barregias, the village rose together with St. Angelo, a nearby Benedictine monastery, in the VIII century. The area came under the rule of the powerful Sangros, who built a storm-proof fortress which still keeps their name.
Sights & Excursions
- Lake Barrea
- The Church of St. Maria della Baia
- The Church of St. Tommaso
- Natural Reserve Lago di Pantaniello
Events & Festivities
- 26 June Feast of St. Tommaso Apostolo
- August Feast of St. Maria delle Grazie (emigrants come back on the occasion)
- Christmas Night Traditional bonfire
Hotels, Lodging, Restaurants
- Hotel Holidays
- Hotel Lago Verde
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Overlooking wonderful Lake Barrea from a hilltop in the upper Valle del Sangro, the village can show old churches, the walls of an ancient castle and the remains of a pre-Roman necropolis. It is a favourite choice for tourists who like mountain and lake resorts and love a natural park's atmosphere.