The footprint of Mary
The Footprint of Mary
The nature of this valley emerges in all the peculiarities of this place where the path finds the Torrente Fosce, a few hundred meters from the source. Popular tradition tells that in ancient times, in this place, the woodcutters finding themselves walking along the stream, to "catch their breath", stopped, with respect to drink a little water in front of that stone worn by time in which they seem miraculously remained, as in a cast of rock, the imprint of the iron leg of a donkey and next to that of Mary's foot.
Font: Consorzio Faunistico Orciatico
Excursion Fact Sheet
Date:
Local: Orciatico
Estimated time: 8:30 - 13:00
Level: E - Hiker
Lenght: 8 km
Elevation gain: 295m (3,3%)
Effective walking time: 3h
Gathering place: Bar (ACLI ORCIATICO) - Orciatico.
Parking in the "Via della Pieve" - Orciatico.Participation cost: 15€ - Payment in loco in (cash).
Responsible guide: Maurício de Curtis
Course Description
The excursion begins in the medieval village of Orciatico (7th century) made of Alberese stone with one of the most beautiful panoramic terraces in the Tuscany Region. Passing through the city we will take a path of uncontaminated and wild vegetation until we reach the Torrente Fosce where the footprint of the Madonna and a beautiful swimming pool of crystalline waters are found. Then we will cross the stream towards the oak forest reaching the opposite side, and we will continue towards the Mofeta di Borboi a natural geothermal phenomenon that occurs in the Orciatico region. Finally, we will take a "white" road through the hills of Orciatico, until we reach our starting point. Ring route.
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Details and Recommendations
- Booking: Reservations are necessary for organizational reasons and third-party insurance (RTC), and must be done by electronic means (e-mail) or phone.
- Maximum forecast of 12 participants. In case of shortage of places, the tour will be repeated. The same is true in case of bad weather.
- Kids: Not recommended for children under 7 years old.
- Dogs: Only if tied to the collar due to the presence of wild animals in the region.
- **Is required** use of closed sneakers (preferably trekking) with good grip to avoid slipping on wet rocks and foliage during the course.
- It's recommended wear long pants to the presence of tall vegetation, comfortable clothes, bathing suits, water and snacks.
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