Lonnano: Pilgrimage Route, Church Art and Mountain Landscape

Lonnano lies on the road from Pratovecchio to the Eremo di Camaldoli and is also a resting point on the 4th stage of the Via di Francesco from Stia to Camaldoli. When choosing accommodation for an individual stay in Italy, you can weigh up pilgrimage route, history, landscape and cuisine as your personal areas of focus here.

Via di Francesco and routes through Lonnano

On the Via di Francesco near Lonnano, there is an official route variant via the Rifugio Asqua and an alternative route to the Eremo di Camaldoli. For planning your stages, these two routes can be considered separately. Lonnano also has a drinking fountain for pilgrims, adding a specific resting point to the village’s connection with the route. For pilgrims, the drinking fountain is a specific point in the village that can be factored into stage planning alongside the chosen route.

Church, Art and Remembrance

The first historical mention of Lonnano dates from 1007. The Church of Saints Vito and Modesto in Lonnano dates from the 12th century. The year 1007 predates the 12th century, when the church was built. The church contains Giuseppe Gori’s painting San Domenico e Santa Caterina inginocchiati from 1684. The Italian title of the work names San Domenico and Santa Caterina.

The memorial marking the rebuilding of the church in Lonnano consists of a stone pedestal with two small rectangular marble plaques and an intricately crafted iron cross. The memorial cross was reconstructed after the Second World War with a dedication to the fallen of Lonnano.

Castles and Monastery in the Surrounding Area

The nearby area around Lonnano is home to Romena Castle and Castello di Porciano, a castle. Castello dei Conti Guidi, a castle, is also located near Lonnano. Eremo Di Camaldoli, a monastery, is likewise situated in the surrounding area. Alongside the church and memorial, the castles and monastery provide another cultural focus.

Mountain Landscape Around the Village

The mountains Poggio Acerone, Giogo Secchetta, Poggio Scali and Poggio Pian Tombesi are located around Lonnano.

A Paved Alternative Route

A paved alternative route through the national park runs through Lonnano and Casalino and reconnects with the route at Valagnesi. For your own travel planning, this provides another route through the village to consider alongside the Via di Francesco.

Scottiglia and Country Cooking

The traditional peasant dish consists of stale bread with a sauce made from assorted meats. It includes veal, pork, chicken, turkey and rabbit; lamb can be added optionally.

Other Places for Travel Planning

Pieve al Toppo, Castiglion Fiorentino, Pratovecchio, San Clemente In Valle, Castel Focognano, Bucine, Sodo, Pratieghi

For the overarching travel overview: Arezzo.