Fornovolasco between Rock Arch, Mountains and Village History

Fornovolasco is located in the Parco delle Alpi Apuane, in a narrow valley at the confluence of two streams. The valley location provides the geographical setting for routes in the Comprensorio delle Panie, Monte Forato and the Grotta del Vento. The village and its surroundings also offer religious, economic-historical and museum-related topics. For travellers interested in the Apuan Alps, the stay can therefore be structured around the landscape, the history of the village and culture in the surrounding area.

Hiking to Monte Forato

Monte Forato features a natural rock arch that is 32 metres wide and 26 metres high. From Fornovolasco, Monte Forato can be reached via Trail 6 to Foce di Petrosciana or via the turn-off on Trail 12 directly to the rock arch. A guided swinging experience in the rock arch is also offered at Monte Forato; the tour lasts approximately five hours. For planning the day, this approximate duration is a separate, several-hour time commitment. Anyone planning the experience should allow for a longer part of the day.

Mountain Peaks and the Grotta del Vento

In the Comprensorio delle Panie, hiking trails to the peaks begin from Fornovolasco. Pania Secca, Monte Forato, Monte Pania della Croce and Pizzo delle Saette are located in the nearby area. The Grotta del Vento is located in Fornovolasco, in the municipality of Fabbriche di Vergemoli, in the heart of the Apuan Alps. For geographical planning, a distinction should therefore be made between the nearby peak destinations and the cave destination in Fornovolasco itself.

Church and Local History

The present-day Chiesa di San Francesco di Assisi in Fornovolasco was built in 1545. In 1610, it became an independent parish. For travellers interested in culture, this means that a specific historic building is located directly in Fornovolasco.

Iron as Part of the Village's History

The history of iron production and iron processing in Fornovolasco dates back to the 14th century. This historical subject is located in the village itself and is separate from the later history of the present-day church.

Museums in the Surrounding Area

Several museums are located in the area around Fornovolasco: the Museo archeologico di Camaiore, the Museo D'Arte Sacra, the Museo Archeologico Versiliese „b. Antonucci“ and the Barbara Paci Galleria d'Arte. The Museo archeologico di Camaiore and the Museo Archeologico Versiliese „b. Antonucci“ are archaeological museums in the area around Fornovolasco. The Museo D'Arte Sacra is a museum of sacred art. The Barbara Paci Galleria d'Arte is another museum in the area around Fornovolasco and represents the arts. These destinations are therefore located in the surrounding area, while the church and the Grotta del Vento are directly connected with Fornovolasco.

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Further information about the village: Calomini.

To the main travel overview: Vergemoli.