National parks near Giulianova, Abruzzo
Gran Sasso and Monti della Laga National Park is the closest national park to Giulianova, Abruzzo — 45.3 km (28.1 mi) in a straight line, which works out to roughly 1 hr behind the wheel.
Highest Apennine peaks and Campo Imperatore plateau east of Rome.
Gran Sasso and Monti della Laga National Park, Monti Sibillini National Park, Majella National Park, Abruzzo, Lazio and Molise National Park, and Kornati National Park make a full day trip — leave early. Circeo National Park, Gargano National Park, Krka National Park, Paklenica National Park, and Foreste Casentinesi, Monte Falterona and Campigna National Park are better with a night booked nearby.
Giulianova has a population of about 20,490.
Gran Sasso and Monti della Laga National Park
Monti Sibillini National Park
Majella National Park
Abruzzo, Lazio and Molise National Park
Kornati National Park
Circeo National Park
Best time to visit Gran Sasso and Monti della Laga National Park. Getting to Gran Sasso and Monti della Laga National Park.
National parks near Giulianova
| Park | Straight-line distance | Estimated drive | Realistic trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gran Sasso and Monti della Laga National Park | 45.3 km (28.1 mi) | 1 hr | Doable as a day trip |
| Monti Sibillini National Park | 60.7 km (37.7 mi) | 1 hr 17 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Majella National Park | 73.3 km (45.5 mi) | 1 hr 30 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Abruzzo, Lazio and Molise National Park | 109 km (67.6 mi) | 2 hr 3 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Kornati National Park | 160 km (99.6 mi) | 2 hr 49 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Circeo National Park | 179 km (111 mi) | 3 hr 5 min | Best as a weekend |
| Gargano National Park | 198 km (123 mi) | 3 hr 22 min | Best as a weekend |
| Krka National Park | 203 km (126 mi) | 3 hr 27 min | Best as a weekend |
| Paklenica National Park | 212 km (132 mi) | 3 hr 34 min | Best as a weekend |
| Foreste Casentinesi, Monte Falterona and Campigna National Park | 217 km (135 mi) | 3 hr 38 min | Best as a weekend |
When to make this trip
Gran Sasso and Monti della Laga National Park is generally best May, June, September, and early October, with April and late October as the quieter shoulder either side.
Winter is cool and wet at low elevation and snowy in the mountains, with reduced hut and refuge service.
July and August combine peak heat with peak domestic holidays. Shoulder months are both cooler and quieter.
Month-by-month detail for Gran Sasso and Monti della Laga National Park
Seeing more than one
Several parks near Giulianova are close enough to each other to combine on one trip, so the drive from home only has to happen once.
| Pair | Apart | Estimated drive |
|---|---|---|
| Majella → Abruzzo, Lazio and Molise | 41.2 km (25.6 mi) | 56 min |
| Gran Sasso and Monti della Laga → Monti Sibillini | 54.5 km (33.9 mi) | 1 hr 10 min |
| Gran Sasso and Monti della Laga → Majella | 58.8 km (36.5 mi) | 1 hr 15 min |
| Gran Sasso and Monti della Laga → Abruzzo, Lazio and Molise | 79.7 km (49.5 mi) | 1 hr 37 min |
Planning a trip from Giulianova
Distances here are straight-line and the drive estimate adds a road factor on top, but mountain passes and seasonal closures can change it a lot — a route that looks like three hours in June can be shut entirely in February. Confirm road status with the park before you commit to a date.
Read the Gran Sasso and Monti della Laga National Park guide
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Common questions
What is the closest national park to Giulianova?
Gran Sasso and Monti della Laga National Park. It is about 45.3 km (28.1 mi) from Giulianova, roughly 1 hr of driving.
Can I do a national park day trip from Giulianova?
Yes — Gran Sasso and Monti della Laga National Park, Monti Sibillini National Park, Majella National Park, Abruzzo, Lazio and Molise National Park, and Kornati National Park are within about a three-hour drive.
How many national parks are near Giulianova?
10 parks are within reach of Giulianova, and 5 of them are close enough for a day trip.
When is the best time to visit the parks near Giulianova?
For Gran Sasso and Monti della Laga National Park, the closest one, generally May, June, September, and early October. Either side of that, April and late October stays quieter.