Pieve Ligure
Welcome to Pieve di Teco!
Hello everyone! Today I want to tell you about a small town in Liguria, in the heart of the Arroscia valley: Pieve di Teco. This beautiful village is located at the foot of Mount Frascinello and has a population of around 1294 inhabitants.
The beauty of the territory
The Pieve di Teco territory is characterized by unspoiled nature and attracts tourists from all over the world every year. The mountains are the perfect backdrop for the village, with Colle di Teco, Baraccone and Colle di Sant'Antonio in the surrounding panorama. But they are not the only mountains in the area: there are also Rocca delle Penne, Mount Prearba, Mount Ciazza del Bausso, Mount Bellerasco, and many other peaks that will leave you breathless.
Origins of the name
The name of the commune derives from the Latin words "Plebs", which means community or church that depends on other rural religious buildings, and "Theicos".
History
The village of Pieve di Teco has an ancient and fascinating history, dating back to the feudal rule of the Marchesato di Clavesana, who founded a castle and a small stronghold here to control the traffic and the goods. In 1233, by the will of the Marquess Antonio di Clavesana, the village of Pieve di Teco was born, which was provided with a new castle and a new church, the present-day Oratory of San Giovanni Battista. In 1370 the Benedictines built the first Complex of Madonna della Ripa, while the current Church of San Giovanni Battista was built around 1460.
Since 1386, Pieve di Teco has been under the jurisdiction of the Republic of Genoa and became the seat of the captaincy. This place was very important for the Genoese Republic, as it was located on the border with Piedmont, in a strategic area for the domination of the Arroscia valley. Over the centuries, the village was invaded many times, particularly during the war between the Genoese and the Duchy of Savoy in 1625, but the Pievesi always rebuilt the village with great determination.
What to visit in Pieve di Teco
Pieve di Teco is an ideal place to spend a relaxing and regenerating vacation, thanks to the beauty of the territory and its fascinating history. Among the things to visit are the Castle, the medieval bridge over the Arroscia River, the Churches of San Giovanni Battista and Madonna della Ripa, as well as the Fountain of the Dolphin. You can also stroll through the streets of the historic center and admire the stone houses, the numerous fountains, and the famous octagonal Bell Tower.
Where to stay and eat
The commune offers numerous possibilities for accommodation, from hotels to B&Bs, from campsites to farmhouses. As for gastronomy, Pieve di Teco offers many typical products of the Ligurian tradition, such as farinata, pesto, focaccia, chestnut pasta, and almond sweets. There are also wineries where you can taste the famous Vermentino and other typical wines of the area.
Conclusions
In conclusion, Pieve di Teco is a unique and fascinating place that deserves to be visited. Its millennia-old history and the beauty of its territory make it an ideal destination for all those who love nature and culture. We hope to have intrigued you enough to encourage you to visit this small jewel of Liguria. It is guaranteed that you won't regret it!
