Ecomuseo della Castagna
e della Transumanza di Raggiolo
The tour takes place through a series of spaces and structures within the village. The Interpretation Center near the square is the main point of the entire system.
Through working tools, models and panels we can take a journey into the "chestnut tree civilization and transhumance".
The route continues outdoors with a visit of the village, the drying shed and the water mill.
Via del Mulino, Raggiolo
Information: Ass. “La Brigata di Raggiolo” 347/3308906
www.ecomuseodelcasentino.it
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Teggina Brook
Ponte alle Lame is one of the many places hidden in the valley that offers the joy of discovery. A location nestled in nature, where one can regenerate in complete tranquility, leaving behind all the thoughts. Here, time stands still to leave room for introspection.
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Cross of Pratomagno
La Croce (The Cross) dedicated to St. Francis, is the most characteristic place of Pratomagno and separates Valdarno from Casentino. Situated in an unparalleled panoramic position at an altitude of 1592 meters, it offers a 360-degree view for kilometers in every direction
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Giogalto
A small village that, with its castle, was part of the so-called "Valle Fiorentina" in ancient times.
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Badia Tega
An ancient Camaldolese settlement, used by pilgrims as a stopover between Badia Santa Trinità and Camaldoli. At Badia Tega there is the oldest church in the area, on the side of which there is an ancient sundial, a subject of study for the monks of that time.
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San Piero in Frassino
It is the largest center in Valteggina and owes its name from an ash tree located near Uzzano, the original settlement of this lowland village. Here stands the Church of St. Peter (later known as "Piero") and Paul, probably the oldest building in the area.
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