Stage 10a – Santo Spirito a Maiella – Rif. Di Marco

From the abbey of Santo Spirito di Maiella first descend a short distance to the watercourse, then continue on a challenging climb through the woods to Piana Grande and, on a downhill path still in the woods, arrive at the spectacular rock hermitage of San Giovanni all’Orfento. From here, climb up to the exit from the woods and continue on an uncovered path through the pastures to the “M. Di Marco” Refuge, where you can stay overnight (you need to get a key from the Caramanico Visitor Center).