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Etruscan Necropolis of Sovana

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Etruscan Necropolis of Sovana

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Etruscan Necropolis of Sovana

Name: Etruscan Necropolis of Sovana
Rating: 2

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Location: Sorano, Grosseto, Tuscany, Italy

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1. Tomb of the Lions – Etruscan Necropolis of Sovana loop from Sovana

4.24km

01:14

110m

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

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2. Edicola di San Giuseppe – Pitigliano Historic Town loop from Le Pianacce

29.8km

08:31

660m

Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. View of Sorano – Tomba Ildebranda loop from Le Pianacce

27.3km

07:35

490m

Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Bryan | Exploro Ergo Sum

February 13, 2024

The Città del Tufo archaeological park opened its doors in 1998 with the aim of preserving and promoting the precious historical and cultural heritage of the tuff area. The surrounding area is enriched by monumental tombs, among which the famous Ildebranda tomb stands out, an Etruscan masterpiece carved from an imposing block of tuff to imitate the appearance of a temple from the Hellenistic age. Other fascinating tombs include the Pola tomb, those of the Typhoon, of the Winged Demons and of the Siren.

The magical atmosphere of the place is further enriched by the presence of suggestive hollow streets, with the Via Cava di San Sebastiano, squeezed between walls of over 20 meters, the Via Cava di Poggio Prisca and the Cavone, on whose walls you can admire engravings from different eras, including crosses with exorcistic purposes and a large swastika, a solar symbol.

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Brigitte Wimberger

April 3, 2025

The exhibition grounds are definitely worth a visit and can be easily combined with a circular hike from Sovana.

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Elevation 220 m

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Location: Sorano, Grosseto, Tuscany, Italy

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Etruscan Necropolis of Sovana

1. Tomb of the Lions – Etruscan Necropolis of Sovana loop from Sovana

2. Edicola di San Giuseppe – Pitigliano Historic Town loop from Le Pianacce

3. View of Sorano – Tomba Ildebranda loop from Le Pianacce

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