Discover Fibbialla

In Fibbialla, trails lead toward the Alta Valleriana; the historic village center is arranged around the rectory church of San Michele.

Hiking and trails around Fibbialla

Near Fibbialla, the Sentiero Valleriana 55B is classified as an easy trekking route. If you choose this trail, its classification provides a concrete point of reference for planning your hikes. Trail conditions can change; check the conditions before setting out.

A footpath connects Fibbialla and Medicina; the two villages are separated by the Fosso Maleto. Trails also lead from Fibbialla into the Alta Valleriana. Check the exact route and current trail conditions before setting out.

The Svizzera Pesciatina as a hiking region

Fibbialla is one of the ten Castella of the Svizzera Pesciatina. A hiking trail connects these ten settlements, starts in Pietrabuona, follows the Pescia River, and takes about six hours. A footpath connects Fibbialla and Medicina, which are separated by the Fosso Maleto; trails also lead from Fibbialla into the Alta Valleriana. The Sentiero Valleriana 55B is classified as an easy trekking route. The regional hike connects the ten Castella, starts in Pietrabuona, and follows the Pescia River. It takes approximately six hours to complete the entire route. It is a regional highlight for longer hikes.

The approximately six hours refer to the route connecting all ten Castella as a whole, not to a single stretch near Fibbialla. Check trail conditions and route information in advance.

Village center, church, and Rocca

The entrance to Fibbialla is marked by the rectory church of San Michele, around which the village center is also arranged. The church of San Michele Arcangelo was built in the 15th century and rebuilt at the end of the 18th century. It houses paintings from the 17th and 18th centuries, as well as a 15th-century sculpture depicting the Annunciation.

When considering the dates, it is worth distinguishing between the building’s history and its artworks: the rebuilding took place later than the original construction, while the paintings and sculpture add further historical layers.

Significant remains of the Rocca are located above the church. Their position adds another historical landmark to the church, a reference point in the village center. A travel article dated November 29, 2021, reports on a Sagra della Porchetta held in Fibbialla in August. Since the article dates from 2021, check current dates before planning your trip around the festival.

Landscape and geographical setting

Fibbialla lies among vineyards and chestnut groves and is described as the smallest of the ten Castella. Its elevation is 424 meters above sea level.

Discover more destinations: Pietrabuona, San Quirico, Aramo, Castelvecchio, Vellano, Monte A Pescia, Collodi, Sorana

For the broader travel guide: Pescia.