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Fortezza del Girifalco

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    January 8, 2022

    Mountain biking

    Located at 651m above sea level, the Medicea or Girifalco fortress is located at the top of the hill overlooking Cortona (AR), a little higher than the basilica of Santa Margherita.

    It was built in 1556 by Gabrio Serbelloni and Francesco Laparelli from Cortona at the behest of the Grand Duke of Tuscany Cosimo I de 'Medici. The fortress stands on the ruins of a previous one from the 12th century which was built on the remains of Etruscan walls.
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    July 18, 2022

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    Beautiful view and wide vistas
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    November 27, 2023

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    Highest point around Cortona - great views!

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    1. Le Celle Hermitage of Cortona – Basilica of St. Margaret loop from Cortona

    14.6km

    04:56

    630m

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    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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    Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Elevation 690 m

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    Location: Cortona, Arezzo, Tuscany, Italy

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