Migliana among chestnut paths, springs and churches

Migliana combines paths through chestnut landscapes with a remarkable density of springs, churches and religious shrines. This creates a destination where nature experiences and the history of the village come together along short thematic routes: the Giro dei Castagneti begins and ends in Migliana, while other paths lead to the springs of the Bisenzio and through the woodland areas.

Hiking between beech forest and chestnut groves

The Giro dei Castagneti leads down into the valley of the Acquerino Cantagallo Nature Reserve. This is where the Bisenzio rises. If you would like to plan a hike that begins and ends in the same place, this circular route provides a clear point of orientation.

The CAI Trail 438 offers another perspective on the landscape. It first passes through beech forest and then continues to centuries-old chestnut groves. The sequence of woodland types makes the route particularly interesting for anyone who wants to experience the transition between denser beech stands and old chestnut landscapes consciously. Migliana also offers an eastern entrance to the Acquerino Cantagallo Nature Reserve for hikers and nature enthusiasts.

To the springs of the Bisenzio

The Anello delle Sorgenti del Bisenzio begins at Piazza della Chiesa in Migliana and follows CAI Trail 416A. The Sorgenti del Bisenzio are reached after crossing small wooden bridges at the confluence of the two streams Trogola and Le Barbe.

Churches and traces of local history

The Chiesa Vecchia is Migliana’s oldest building and is mentioned in documents dating from 1189. Next to the older church, the new church of Santa Maria Assunta was built at the end of the 1930s. Together, the two buildings therefore represent different historical layers within Migliana, without you having to leave the village to experience this connection.

The Via dei Presepi also links movement and culture. The circular route runs from Trilloni to Masseto and has no major changes in elevation. Along the way, there are numerous Marian shrines from different periods. They were erected by local residents in the woodland areas where, at the time, a large part of daily work took place among chestnut trees, wood and charcoal. The shrines therefore refer both to religious traditions and to former work in the forests.

The Via dei Presepi throughout the year

The Via dei Presepi comprises more than 50 nativity scenes and takes place every year from 8 December until the last weekend in January.

Several options are therefore available for different day plans: the Giro dei Castagneti, beginning and ending in Migliana; the Anello delle Sorgenti del Bisenzio, starting from Piazza della Chiesa; CAI Trail 438 through beech forest and chestnut groves; and the Via dei Presepi between Trilloni and Masseto. The routes differ in their starting points, landscape settings and cultural focus, helping you structure your stay in Migliana according to your interests and travel dates.

For the general travel overview: Cantagallo.