This is a region of peninsular Italy stretching between the central Apennines and the Adriatic coast in the area defined by the mouths of the rivers Tronto to the north and Trigno to the south, it embraces the highest and hugest massifs of Central Italy, with landscapes of rugged and beauty.

It is best known for its dramatic mountain scenery, Abruzzo’s landscape is surprisingly diverse. There are ancient forests in the Abruzzo National Park a vast plain extends east of Avezzano and the coastline is flat and sandy.