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ソラーノは、丘陵地帯のマレンマの中心部に位置する、凝灰岩に掘り込まれた古代の城塞都市です。この集落は、ルネサンス期の軍事建築の例である堂々としたオルシーニ要塞と、レンテ川の谷全体を見渡せる自然の要塞化されたテラスであるマッソ・レオポルディーノに支配されています。 この城塞都市は、岩盤に直接掘り込まれた狭い路地、階段、通路が密集した網の目状の構造が特徴です。集落の外側には、古代エトルリアの深い通路のネットワークである「ヴィエ・カーヴェ」考古学公園が広がっており、この公園は中心部と周辺のネクロポリスを結んでいます。

Lake Bolsena, located between Lazio, Umbria, and Tuscany, is the largest volcanic lake in Europe. A true natural wonder, thanks to its breathtaking landscapes, clear waters, quiet beaches, and villages rich in history and culture, this lake is an ideal destination for those who love tranquility, culture, and nature.

I crossed it in the middle of August, the thermometer at 44 degrees, I will remember it for a long time...

From up here you have a fantastic view of the entire Lake Bolsena.

Spectacular route through a beech forest

The origin of the term "Macinaie" has no certain scientific explanation. In 2012, however, dozens of millstones made of trachytic stone, probably dating back to the Middle Ages, were found in the highest part of the mountain, about three kilometers from the town; with a diameter of about 70/80 centimeters. They were perhaps used to grind wheat, cereals and dried chestnuts. The area, therefore, could have been a rudimentary millstone laboratory, made with peperino stone from Amiata. The discovery would provide an explanation for the birth of the toponym "Macinaie", as a place where millstones were built.

Tuscan towns seem to divide into 2 categories, those on the "tourist trail" and those not. For some reason Radicofani seems to be "not", even though it is full of present-day charm and (often uncharging) history. It is a stiff climb to get to from the floor of Val d'Orcia, even when cycling while the walking effort is truly epic, but worth it! We stayed in an utterly charming tiny cottage, Casa del Ciliego, and ate in one of the numerous small restaurants - plenty were open, even on a quietist Sun evening. Stocked up in the amazing tiny grocery, hidden away in the ancient 'ghetto' part of the town. You can also buy enough to make a full meal quite easily here.

Interesting, but popular (i.e. crowded and busy) small Tuscan hill town. The walled garden is recommended for the interesting layout, and the statue of Lorenzo the Magnificent. Near the top of the steep descent out of town in the eventual direction of Radicofani, a large Restaurant/cafe/deli is to be found. Good place to have a coffee/breakfast, and to stock up on takeaway pizza for the journey.