The 4 Valleys Network

Hiking

The "Four Valleys Network" is a trail project that the Municipality of Montelupo is developing in collaboration with the CAI section. of Scandicci.

Initially conceived by the Circolo il Progresso, which recognized the hiking potential of our area, this route is named after the main valleys it crosses: the first foothill of the Lower Valdarno, the Turbone Valley, the Virginio Valley, and the Pesa Valley.

Currently, the first loop (476) has been completed, starting from Sammontana, ascending to Botinaccio, and then descending towards the Arno. Here is the GPX track.

This initial route, also accessible by mountain bike and approximately 9.5 km long, with a total elevation gain of 240 meters, leads us to discover an area rich in history and charm.

Between History and Nature

Lakeside and wild environments alternate with woods among well-tended and fertile fields. Villas and farms give way to ancient aqueducts that channeled the Sammontana springs to the famous lion fountain in Farinata degli Uberti Square in Empoli. Hydraulic works useful to mills of the past on the Val di Botte stream, but also historical events and legends: like the dance of the gnudi at Montecastello, cradle of the Frescobaldi family, Berto’s tomb, and the votive chapels of Quarantola, intrigue and make us dream along this path.

The second loop, currently still under development, will connect to the first through three links, winding between Turbone, Pulica/Poggio Capponi, the Virginio, and the Pesa.

Access Modes

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