Nestled between the two valleys that embrace Proceno, the Stridolone stream stands out for its discreet beauty and high naturalistic value. Its course weaves through a landscape of woods, springs, and volcanic rocks, creating an environment rich in biodiversity, history, and silence. The stream winds between the volcanic rocks of the Vulsini Mountains and the Amiata massif, forming a wooded ravine with basalt outcrops, springs, waterfalls, and clear watercourses that shape a landscape of great environmental interest.
Biodiversity and ecological value
The Stridolone valley is characterized by varied vegetation: oaks, chestnut trees, poplars and willows accompany the watercourse, offering shelter to numerous species. Among the most present birds are: little egret, grey heron, kestrel, buzzard, peregrine falcon and short-toed eagle . Among the amphibians there is the Savi's salamander , considered of conservation importance.
The cold and clear waters of the stream are home to a large variety of benthic macroinvertebrates , indicators of the good quality of the water system.
A natural border since ancient times
The territory of Proceno was already frequented in the Etruscan era. Findings in the nearby necropolises indicate links with the lucomonia of Chiusi and suggest that the course of the Stridolone marked a natural border between different communities and cultures of ancient Italy.
Excursions and enhancement
Every year the Stridolone Walk is organised, a route of about 10 km through paths, woods and waterways, designed to experience nature in a direct and respectful way.
This valley is recognized as an important ecological corridor between Lazio and Tuscany, useful for the conservation of many species and the protection of an area that combines landscape, biodiversity and historical memory .
Where
QR9M+7V, 01020 Proceno VT, Italia
