Roccalbegna
What to See in Roccalbegna
Roccalbegna is also a place of art. In addition to the remains of the Rocca and the Cassero Senese, it preserves some parts of other defensive structures: the walls from the 13th-14th century, one of the entrance gates to the village, the Maremma Gate, and two of the towers. But Roccalbegna’s true treasure is the Church of Saints Peter and Paul, which houses a triptych by Ambrogio Lorenzetti, one of the masterpieces by the Maestro del Buon Governo. The Church of Saints Peter and Paul overlooks the main square of the village, next to the Town Hall and the Civic Clock Tower. Inside, you can admire valuable frescoes and paintings, including the triptych by Ambrogio Lorenzetti representing the Madonna with Child between Saints Peter and Paul. A short walk from the church, you’ll find the Oratory of the Crucifix, which houses the Roccalbegna Museum. Here, you can admire works by Francesco Nasini and Sebastiano Folli, including a splendid crucifix by Luca di Tommè, created by the Sienese master around 1360.
What to Do in Roccalbegna
Roccalbegna also offers many opportunities for nature lovers. You can take walks along the dirt road that runs alongside the Albegna River, where you can observe numerous bird species like the Eurasian blackbird and the kingfisher. Additionally, you can go hiking on Mount Amiata or trek through the Rocconi forest, which hosts the WWF Oasis with rare birds of prey like the white-tailed eagle, the hobby falcon, and the peregrine falcon. If you enjoy outdoor activities and the beauty of the natural world, Roccalbegna has much to offer.
