Mount Amiata is a mountainous massif of the anti-Apennines of Tuscany.
To know
Geographical notes
Mount Amiata with its 1738 meters above sea level dominates the Maremma Grossetana, the Val d'Orcia and the Val di Chiana.
When to go
The Mediterranean climate of the area has moderately hot summers that allow naturalistic and cultural excursions, while the winters are cold enough to make Monte Amiata a destination for skiers. The intermediate seasons are also appreciated by sportsmen (the numerous and well-kept soccer fields of the area are used for meetings and tournaments) and by gastronomic tourism.
Background
The massif is what remains of an ancient extinct volcano, whose last eruption dates back to over 700,000 years ago. Already inhabited in prehistoric times, the area of Monte Amiata has never been particularly populous. The mining activity of the 19th century made Monte Amiata of considerable interest, then a new phase of depopulation began, which stopped thanks to tourism.
Suggested readings
- Folco Giusti (edited by). The natural history of southern Tuscany. Milan, Amilcare Pizzi Editore, 1993.
- Giuseppe Guerrini (edited by). Towers and Castles in the province of Grosseto (Provincial Administration of Grosseto). Siena, New Image Publishing, 1999.
Territories and tourist destinations
Urban centers
The mountain municipalities of Abbadia San Salvatore, Arcidosso, Castell'Azzara, Castel del Piano, Piancastagnaio, Santa Fiora is They sit they have a total population of about 25 thousand inhabitants. These are medieval-looking villages of great charm that in recent times have been enhanced and in which the modern building expansion has respected the environment.
How to get
By plane
The nearest civilian airport is that of Grosseto but the operation of the same is currently very limited; for this reason, the stopovers to refer to and then reach Monte Amiata are those of RomeFiumicino, Florence Peretola and Pisa.
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