CasaLeTolfe is surrounded by nature, vineyards, olive groves, woods, and fields; its estate extends from the Strada delle Tolfe to the Bozzone Stream.
These places are ideal for walks, adventures, and picnic : a corner of paradise with a biodiversity that deserves to be protected: porcupines, roe deer, wild boars, wolves, and much more!
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Despite being very close to Siena, Strada delle Tolfe is in the countryside.
While the dim lighting on the Strada delle Tolfe can be dangerous for humans, not only it reduces light pollution, but also contributes to the presence of wildlife, biodiversity, and ensures a romantic view of the stars and the fireflies.
In regards to green maintenance, CasaLeTolfe chooses to mow the grass less frequently, allowing for the growth of wildflowers for a natural garden, thus promoting the presence of pollinating insects, soil health, and biological diversity. At CasaLeTolfe, caper plants grow spontaneously.
A taller, more flowery lawn attracts a greater variety of beneficial insects, which in turn attract birds and other animals, contributing to a more balanced ecosystem. More abundant vegetation helps reduce soil erosion, absorbs more carbon dioxide, and helps maintain cooler temperatures.
While the lawns in the green areas adjacent to our CasaLi are still managed to prevent vipers from hiding from human sight, in the wilder surrounding areas, nature will reign supreme.
As you stroll through the CasaLeTolfe estate, you may encounter large meadows with tall grass. Don't give up!
If you pay attention and look a little, you'll find paths frequented by hundreds of animals, repeatedly following your same path to reach the waters of the Bozzone River. These passages have grass flattened enough for even a human to walk on.
Did you know that over 5 million years ago, Siena was a coastal area?
More precisely, during the Lower Pliocene, the Siena area was the bottom of an ancient sea.
The clays and sands of the seabed, exposed by geological movements, have preserved their precious contents, which are brought to the surface even by simple plowing. Other, older fossils have been found in limestone outcrops.
Hundreds of fossil finds will give you a chance to step back in time. The most common types of fossils are ammonites, which were used as valuable flooring in Siena Cathedral, in ancient aristocratic palaces or in the Central Post Office.
Please note that, according to current legislation, fossils are considered equivalent to archaeological artefacts, so any finds must be reported to the local authorities as they are Italian Government’s cultural heritage and property.
Furthermore, CasaLeTolfe makes ethical and low environmental impact choices.
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