Calanchi di Atri Nature Reserve
Riserva naturale guidata Calanchi di Atri
A landscape of knife-edge gullies carved into clay slopes by rainwater, known locally as the 'Devil's claw marks.'
Calanchi are an erosion landform found in the hills of Abruzzo. This reserve near Atri is cut by deep gullies, and its rolling white ridges, with the Gran Sasso and the Adriatic Sea in the distance, create a striking scene. The reserve has several short trails and viewpoints, and the visitor center offers guided tours by reservation. Entry is free, and it is an easy stop when driving to Atri.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Atri Cathedral
- Birthplace of Gabriele D'Annunzio
- Pescara Lungomare & Beaches
- Museo delle Genti d'Abruzzo
- Corso Manthonè Old Town
- Ponte del Mare
- Pineta Dannunziana
- Chieti Old Town