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Skiing in Abruzzo

On the desk beside me is The Guide to Cross-Country Skiing, published by Abruzzo Promozione Turismo Regionale. It’s written by Stefano Ardito who appears to have written many books on mountaineering (assuming it is the same Stefano Ardito).

Confession time: I know very little about skiing. OK, I know what it is, and I remember [...]

Giro d’Italia 2009 in Abruzzo

The 2009 Giro d’Italia has two stages in Abruzzo. (Here is the full list of stages.) Stage 17 (map, profile) on Wednesday 27th May is a short 79km run which will start in Chieti, then on to Pescara, Francavilla al Mare, before finishing on top of the steep Blockhaus ascent. The following day, Thursday 28th May, stage [...]

XVI Mediterranean Games – Pescara 2009

A treat for sports fans – The XVI Mediterranean Games takes place from 26 June to 5 July 2009 in some of the most beautiful locations in the Abruzzo region.   The games involve athletes and teams from 23 countries.  Details of the entire event may be found here.