San Demetrio Nei Vestini - Caves Grotte di Stiffe The Grotte di Stiffe are one of Italy’s most popular kartisque phenomenon. Situated at the apex of the valley of Stiffe and embed in the various vegetation of the Natural Park Sirente-Velino, the cave can be defined a resource, or a cave with a water flow. The river accompanies the visitor long the 700 m tourist-tour and forms in the heart of the cave a spectacular cascade. Nearby you can find a restauration point, a picknick area, a camper area,a playing round, a naturalistic pathes and a souvenir shop and sale of typical products Tel. +39 0862 86142 • Fax +39 0862 86111 • Cell. +39 327 9728914 www.grottestiffe.it • info@grottestiffe.it
Caves Grotta o Fosso delle Farfalle vallevò, rocca san giovanni - Rocca San Giovanni The natural cave called Grotta delle Farfalle is located between San Vito and Rocca San Giovanni. The cave is excavated in the sandstone rock and, according to tradition, it periodically populates itself with butterflies. The surrounding environment is characterized by the presence of poplars and willows, as well as animals such as badger, faine and various types of small rodents. During World War II, the natural caves served as a refuge for many fleeing civilians.