Cliffs of Volterra, Natural cliff formation in Volterra, Italy
The cliffs of Volterra display layered sedimentary rocks that extend across steep slopes, revealing different geological strata through natural erosion processes.
Since the 10th century BC, the cliffs served as burial grounds, with numerous Etruscan urns discovered and now preserved in the Guarnacci Museum.
The Camaldolese Abbey, constructed in 1034 on the cliff edge, stands as a testament to medieval religious architecture with its preserved cloister.
Multiple hiking trails provide access to viewpoints of the cliffs, requiring sturdy footwear and careful navigation due to steep terrain conditions.
The advancing erosion process has consumed several historical structures over time, including churches, monasteries, roads, and an ancient necropolis.
Location: Volterra
GPS coordinates: 43.41300,10.85060
Latest update: March 3, 2025 11:42
Roman Theatre of Volterra
1.3 km
Cathedral Basilica of the Assumption of Mary
1.4 km
Defensive walls of Volterra
1 km
Baptistery of San Giovanni
1.4 km
San Lino
1.1 km
Chiesa dei Santi Giusto e Clemente
234 m
San Francesco
1.1 km
Abbey of Sts. Justin and Clement
320 m
Palazzo Minucci-Solaini
1.4 km
Ecomuseo dell'Alabastro
1.3 km
Teatro Persio Flacco
1.3 km
Diocesan Museum in Volterra
1.4 km
San Dalmazio
1.1 km
Cassa di Risparmio di Volterra
1.4 km
Santa Chiara
613 m
Santo Stefano
875 m
Oratorio della Visitazione
1.1 km
San Cristoforo
1.3 km
Sante Attinia e Greciniana
557 m
Volterra City Museum and Art Gallery
1.3 km
Casa-torre Toscano
1.4 km
Torre del Porcellino (Volterra)
1.3 km
Porta Menseri
258 m
Palazzo Guarnacci
1.4 km
Porta Fiorentina
1.4 km
Porta San Felice
1.2 km
Fonti San Felice
1.2 km
Bastione di Porta Fiorentina
1.2 kmReviews
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