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The Monti Aurunci Natural Park: The Mountain by the Sea
Suspended between the provinces of Latina and Frosinone, the Monti Aurunci Natural Park is a place where the mountains meet the Tyrrhenian Sea. Covering nearly 20,000 hectares, this unique territory boasts a rich heritage of history and biodiversity. Here, at every step, you can feel the seamless encounter between nature and culture, on a journey that descends from its peaks, reaches the sea and extends to the Pontine Islands.
The park’s most famous peak is Monte Redentore, offering sweeping panoramic views over the Gulf of Gaeta. At its summit stands the statue of Christ the Redeemer. Visitors can also explore the Santuario di San Michele Arcangelo (Sanctuary of Saint Michael the Archangel), a hermitage nestled in the rock, documented since 830 AD, whose façade was rebuilt in Neo-Gothic style at the end of the 19th century. It has long been a destination for pilgrims and hikers alike.
For centuries, these mountains marked the boundary between the Papal States and the Kingdom of Naples. A rugged land, it served as a refuge for hermits and brigands alike. Exploring its trails means retracing the history of this border country.
The park offers a wide network of well-marked paths for hiking and mountain biking, crossing beech forests and Mediterranean scrubland. Visits to ancient villages in the surrounding area are not to be missed, where medieval fortresses, local specialties, and folk traditions can still be discovered.
Access to the park is free. For maps and detailed information, please consult the park authority’s official website.
