Places
Park·Easy·Relaxing·Hidden gem
Riserva Naturale Pietraporciana, Sarteano
Tuscany
Pietraporciana protects a stand of tall, straight beech growing at only 700–850 m — far lower than beech usually manages — a relict of a cooler climate on a cool north slope. A path climbs from the visitor centre through the wood to an open crest with Monte Amiata, Cetona and the whole Val d'Orcia laid out below.
Duration
2 hours
Distance
5 km
Elevation
+200 m
Best season
April – November
Parking · Free
Free parking at the Pietraporciana visitor centre, on the road between Sarteano and Chianciano.
Water
Spring at the visitor centre.
Highlights
- Monumental beech wood at low altitude
- Panoramic ridge meadow
- Views to Monte Amiata and the Val d'Orcia
With your dog
Off-leash tolerated on the ridge path away from the meadow when grazed.
