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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.

Mount Amiata is an ancient volcano, although today it is extinct, Mount Amiata still has thermal springs and geothermal manifestations.

Beautiful trail from Prato delle Macinaie to Prato della Contessa to avoid the asphalt, suitable for everyone.

Starting and finishing point where you can take the chairlift to reach the summit and the trail area, we also find bars, restaurants and snack bars.

Panoramic point on the coast from here on the clearest days you can see the Argentario and the island of Giglio...

Beautiful trails immersed in one of the most beautiful beech forests in Italy, as well as for lovers of downhill skiing, the Bike Park organized with a chairlift to take bikes to the top.

Paths immersed in one of the most beautiful beech forests in Italy, often in strategic areas and with the greatest influx of people you can find these areas equipped for picnics and brusta, such as Prato della Contessa, Le Macinaie and other points along the roads connecting with Monte Amiata.