CASTEL DEL GIUDICE - In the heart of the Abruzzo-Molisan Apennines, the small medieval village of Castel del Giudice stands on a hill of 800 meters overlooking a valley crossed by the Sangro river and covered with organic apple orchards, close to flowering.
These are lands recovered from abandonment, transformed into sustainable crops and organic orchards between woods and mountains.
Following the same example of rural recovery, numerous abandoned houses and stables have been converted into an urban agglomeration - Borgotufi - which today is a charming hotel spread with restaurant and spa.
With its 32 stone houses, expertly renovated preserving original elements and materials, Borgotufi is the ideal place to spend Easter with immersions in nature, experiences of reconnection with oneself, trekking, relaxation and gourmet cuisine.
The walks are unforgettable thanks to the strategic place in which it stands, between the National Park of Abruzzo, Lazio and Molise and the MaB UNESCO Alto Molise Biosphere Reserve, where you can go on slow-paced excursions, filling your eyes with wonder.
You can immerse yourself in history by visiting the Italic sanctuary of Pietrabbondante, Agnone and its artistic craftsmanship and dairy art, Pescopennataro and its stonemasonry tradition.
Or dedicate yourself to experiential excursions in the surroundings of the hotel by practicing forest bathing, taking part in sensorial walks in the woods, or guided treks to discover the sulphurous water spring of Castel del Giudice and Monte Campo in Capracotta.
Or even sharing tours in the biodiversity of the apple orchards of the Melise farm which in recent weeks are preparing to color the valley white and pink.
In the company, then, it is possible to have agricultural beer tastings.
There are many other experiences to try: multi-sensory tea tastings, in-flight yoga, relaxation in the panoramic wellness center and trips among the reinterpretations of local cuisine in the Borgo restaurant or, in a gourmet key, in the Mia Ristorante.
For more information and discover the Easter proposals, for couples or families: borgotufi.it
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