Pieve Santo Stefano
Welcome to Pieve Santo Stefano!
Pieve Santo Stefano is a town in the Valtiberina with a population of 2,970, located in the province of Arezzo. With its 155 square kilometers, it is the third largest municipality in the province. The town extends over a natural basin created by the confluence of the Tiber River and the Ancione Stream. In the town center, there are four main districts: Centropaese, Ponte Vecchio, Ponte Nuovo, and Rialto.
What to visit in Pieve Santo Stefano
The city is rich in monuments and places of interest. Its cultural and historical heritage is very vast. For example, there are the Hermitage of Cerbaiolo, the Hermitage of the Madonna del Faggio, Castello di Mignano, the Sanctuary of Madonna dei Lumi, and much more. There are also many religious buildings such as the Church of Sant'Andrea della Torre, the Church of Santa Maria della Pace, the Church of San Lorenzo in Baldignano, and the Cross of Papini in Bulciano.
But the most important thing is that Pieve Santo Stefano is the starting point of the first stage of the Franciscan Walk. On this route, in particular, the "tau" symbol leads walkers from the Sanctuary of La Verna to Assisi, passing through Pieve Santo Stefano. The walk is official, and is known as "Via di Francesco", "Cammino di Francesco", "The Way of St. Francis", and "Di qui passò Francesco".
Reserves and Parks
Pieve Santo Stefano is surrounded by unique natural reserves and parks in the world. For example, the Alta Valle del Tevere-Monte Nero Natural Reserve, the Alpe della Luna Natural Reserve, the Bosco di Montalto Natural Reserve, the Serpentine di Pieve Santo Stefano Local Protected Natural Area, and the Formole State Natural Reserve are just some of the best-known natural parks at the local and national levels.
Population Structure
According to the demographic picture suggested by ISTAT at the end of 2011, Pieve Santo Stefano has a high aging index, with 208.8 elderly people for every 100 young people. This is due to the increase in the elderly population and the reduction of the young population, along with an increase in survival rates. Despite this, the city is very welcoming and warm, with a unique atmosphere and unique in the world.
Conclusions
Pieve Santo Stefano is a city where nature, art, and history blend in perfect harmony. Its geographical location, historical importance, and way of life attract more and more visitors. Are you ready for an unforgettable experience? Come and discover this jewel of the province of Arezzo!
