Orme-Aperivicolo

An evening of flavor in the alleys of Scontrone

Orme-Aperivicolo is an evening food and wine stroll held in summer in the small mountain village of Scontrone, located in the Alto Sangro area of L'Aquila province, in Abruzzo. The initiative was born from the desire to rediscover the ancient heart of the village: as dusk falls, the alleys are dressed in lights and colors, and the historic fondaci—the village's ancient warehouses and cellars—open up to welcome visitors with tastings and samplings.

Typical flavors and village atmosphere

The route winds through the narrow streets of the historic center, stop by stop, offering typical dishes from the Abruzzese and Alto Sangro tradition. Each stop is a small taste of the territory, featuring local products, mountain cuisine, and the conviviality typical of village festivals. The event is not just a tasting session, but a way to experience the village in a different light, walking leisurely among the stone houses illuminated for the occasion.

Street performances and live music

The walk is accompanied by street performances and acrobatic shows, which turn the alleys into an open-air stage. The evening continues with live music: recent editions have featured a mix of acoustic sets, rock concerts, and sound shows, with the participation of local artists and special guests. The combination of food, street art, and music makes Orme-Aperivicolo one of the most anticipated events of the Scontrone summer.

An event by the Associazione Escursionisti Scontrone

The event is organized by the Associazione Escursionisti Scontrone, a local volunteer group that has been active for years in promoting the territory, the environment, and the traditions of the Municipality of Scontrone. Through Orme-Aperivicolo and other events on the summer calendar, the association helps to enliven the village and introduce it to visitors who reach the Alto Sangro during the summer months.

The village of Scontrone

Scontrone is a small municipality nestled in the mountains of the Alto Sangro, in the heart of the Abruzzo, Lazio and Molise National Park, just a stone's throw from Castel di Sangro. Its historic center, with its stone alleys and 'fondaci', is the ideal setting for an event like Orme-Aperivicolo, which combines mountain hospitality, good food, and the desire to gather together under the August sky.