ポッピの天然記念物・トップ20

A peak a few meters lower than nearby Monte Falco, which is the highest point in the entire Casentino area. It's best known for its source, the Arno River, about 300 square meters below, on its southern slope. It offers a beautiful view of the surrounding valleys and mountains.

The hike was done in October, a quiet, sunny day. It's best to dress in layers because you'll sweat a bit at the start of the climb, so short sleeves are fine. I later used a Patagonia sweatshirt because it was chilly up there, and a shell jacket if you go in colder weather! I highly recommend it, the view is worth it.

Beautiful access path to the mountain and fantastic views from the summit over the mountains and forests.

A beautiful hiking trail from the source of the Arno to the summit: not too steep and through a beautiful, shady beech forest. From the summit, there are great views to the west.

A particularly beautiful destination in winter 🥰

There are ebike charging stations

Excellent panoramic view of the valley

The Prato alla Penna clearing is located at an altitude of 1248 at the crossroads between the Passo Fangacci-Sacro Eremo dirt road and the forest track that branches off from here to the northwest in the direction of Gioghetto-La Calla. Although devoid of buildings, it is a historically and geographically important location as a timber tax and as a junction of paths.