Eremo di Poggio Conte (Poggio Conte Hermitage)
A dreamlike medieval church dug into the tuff rock, with unusual carvings and possible traces of the Templar knights.

📜 Medieval hermitage carved into tuff rock in the Fiora river valley.
🔍 Known for its unique architecture and spiritual significance, believed to be associated with Templar Knights.

Why Go

✨ Dreamlike medieval church with unique rock-hewn architecture🗿 Unusual carvings and possible Templar knight traces🎨 Dome and cross vaults with colorful geometric and floral designs🌿 Bucolic and peaceful setting🚶 Short scenic hike to reach📜 Ancient site with Etruscan tombs nearby

Why Avoid

⛰️ Requires a 2km one-way hike on foot🚧 May encounter a cattle gate🖼️ Six original frescoes were stolen in 1964

Tips

💡 Site is usually open and accessible.

🅿️ ParkingFree roadside parking at the start of the track, just under 1km after the bridge over Olpeta stream.Follow track along Fiora Valley, turn left at high tufa wall (2km one-way). Follow hand-drawn "Poggio Conte" signs.

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