Partenio Regional Park – Mountains of silence, sacred woods and endless views. The Partenio Regional Park extends along the mountain ridge that separates Irpinia from the Campania plain. It is an authentic and wild place, made up of ancient peaks, thousand-year-old beech forests, perched sanctuaries and villages suspended in time. Ideal for those looking for nature, spirituality and less traveled paths. ⛰️ The peaks of the green heart of Irpinia: The Partenio mountains reach 1,500 meters, with peaks such as Monte Avella, Monte Vergine and Monte Vallatrone. From up here, the gaze embraces the Gulf of Naples, Vesuvius, the Apennines and the hills of Irpinia. 👉 Tip: Walk up to the Sanctuary of Montevergine from the village of Mercogliano: the route is challenging but full of spirituality and evocative views. 🌳 Centuries-old forests and biodiversity: The park is dominated by beech, turkey oak, chestnut and holm oak woods. It is a habitat for wolves, wild boars, wild cats, hawks and golden eagles. A nature that is still intact, where silence is the protagonist and every season has its magic. 👉 Tip: In autumn, visit the woods of Summonte and Ospedaletto d'Alpinolo: the foliage gives intense colors and the air smells of chestnuts and damp wood. 🏞️ Springs, caves and hidden paths: The territory is rich in springs and clear waterways. Among the paths you will encounter caves, rock hermitages and medieval ruins. A network of paths connects small villages, sacred places and naturalistic areas to be discovered. 👉 Tip: Walk along the Path of the Waters between Mugnano and Monteforte Irpino: waterfalls, wooden bridges and lush nature will accompany you. 🏘️ Villages and spirituality: Towns such as Summonte, Mercogliano, Capriglia Irpina and Avella preserve a strong soul, made up of religious traditions, popular music, ancient festivals and sincere cuisine. Here you walk through stone alleys and surprising views. 👉 Tip: Visit Summonte, one of the "Most Beautiful Villages in Italy": from its medieval tower the view is simply spectacular. 🍷 Flavors of the Campania mountains: Partenio is also a land of wine, honey, cheeses and chestnuts. Local productions are genuine and tell the story of the agricultural and resilient soul of these lands. Do not miss the cured meats, caciocavalli and Aglianico wine produced in the valleys. 👉 Tip: Stop at a farmhouse or a village festival: each dish is a story of family and territory. 🚶 Excursions and slow tourism: The park's trails are suitable for walkers of all levels. From religious itineraries to nature trails, each walk is an invitation to slowness, discovery and direct contact with an authentic and regenerating nature. 👉 Tip: Walk at dawn along the ridge of Monte Vergine: the sun rising over the valley is a sight not to be missed. The Partenio Park is a silent refuge where the mountain meets the soul. Among sanctuaries, woods and ancient paths, you can rediscover the wonder of what is essential and true.