Toline
Toline: History and Curiosities
Hello friends, today I will talk about Toline, a hamlet of the municipality of Pisogne, in the lower Val Camonica, province of Brescia. This little town has a very interesting history! In the 14th century, the neighbors paid tithes to the Federici of Erbanno, although we don't know much more about this. However, on July 16, 1713, Toline was threatened by a flood, but fortunately the town did not suffer any damage. This fact is remembered by numerous ex-votos dedicated to San Rocco, Sebastiano, Defendente, Pantaleone, and Madonna del Carmine.
But we're not just here to talk about history, right? Surely you're wondering why the inhabitants of Toline are called by the nickname Pèla fich. Well, the scutüm are in Camuni dialects, nicknames or diminutives, sometimes personal, others indicating characteristic traits of a community. What distinguishes the inhabitants of Toline is precisely Pèla fich. It seems that the origin of this nickname can be traced back to the women of Toline, considered very beautiful and once famous for their long and flowing hair. Fich, in fact, in Camuni dialect, means hair!
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If you are interested in Toline and want to visit it, you can also reach it by train. Toline station is a stop on the Brescia-Iseo-Edolo railway line. We cannot fail to mention nearby Pisogne, a city rich in natural, cultural, and gastronomic beauties. If you are true enthusiasts of Val Camonica, you can find further information about the region by visiting the website of the Friends of Val Camonica.
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In conclusion, Toline can be considered as a treasure trove, starting from the beauty of the historic village, the spectacular view of the mountain setting in which it is located, and the characteristic of its inhabitants, especially their nicknames. Toline is without a doubt a charming place, perfect for those who want to discover the best of Val Camonica's culture and nature!
