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July 21, 2022
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Best routes near Farma Limestone Spring
4.5
(4)
8
hikers
10.2km
02:50
190m
180m
Embark on a moderate 6.3-mile (10.2 km) hike along the Farma stream and through the Tuscan Maremma, taking approximately 2 hours and 50 minutes to complete. This trail offers a unique blend of natural beauty, leading you directly along the Farma riverbed, where you will navigate wet stones and sometimes ankle to knee-deep water. You will also pass through ancient cork oak forests and spectacular gorges with rocks dating back to the Carboniferous period, gaining about 618 feet (188 metres) in elevation.
While parts of the route are easily accessible, hiking along the riverbed demands good balance and sure-footedness. This moderate trail requires good fitness, and sturdy shoes are essential; high and structured hiking boots along with trekking poles are recommended for your comfort and safety. Be prepared for diverse terrain, including some less-trafficked asphalt roads, as you explore the unspoiled nature reserves of the Val di Merse.
The highlight of this trail is undoubtedly the ancient Petriolo Thermal Baths, known since Roman times, where sulfureous waters gush out at 43°C (109°F). You can experience these therapeutic waters in natural pools like Pozzo dell'Inferno and Vascone, where the warm spring water mixes with the cooler river currents. This unique setting provides a regenerating experience, allowing you to alternate between warm thermal basins and refreshing river waters, offering a rustic escape from mass tourism.
3.8
(18)
49
hikers
14.7km
04:19
400m
400m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
3.0
(3)
13
hikers
2.89km
00:51
90m
90m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Elevation 170 m
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