Places
Hike·Moderate·Scenic·Hidden gem
Parco Archeominerario di San Silvestro, Campiglia Marittima
Tuscany
The park covers the mineral-rich Campigliese hills, worked for copper, lead and silver since the Etruscans. Trails link the medieval mining village and castle of Rocca San Silvestro, tunnel mouths, spoil heaps and the Temperino gallery (visited by a small train, dogs excluded), through maquis and Mediterranean pine.
Duration
Half day
Distance
8 km
Elevation
+250 m
Best season
March – November
Parking · Paid
Paid parking at the park entrance near Campiglia Marittima.
Water
Fountains at the visitor centre.
Highlights
- Rocca San Silvestro medieval mining village
- Etruscan-to-modern galleries and spoil heaps
- Maquis-covered Val di Cornia hills
With your dog
Leashed dogs welcome on the outdoor trails and around the ruins; not on the underground train.
