Pallegio has ancient origins. It was once a fortified stronghold guarding the Controneria area nearby. The village is not far from the Brennero Road towards Abetone.
It is a sleepy little village with 132 inhabitants. Come for a wander with me.
Like all of Bagni di Lucca’s mountain villages, there are wonderful views.
The narrow streets have many delights.
Soon it is back to the car park and time to say goodbye to Pallegio.
On the way back to the Brennero I found a road to the left and found what I think is the oratory of S.Maria della Quercia.
A little further on is a lovely wooded area and I found another renovator’s delight……there is a never ending supply of them in these parts.
Can you see yourself getting to work on this one?
Bella Bagni di Lucca 
I love your blog! I can’t wait to come over!
I hope to see you in Bagni di Lucca one day.
every village has it’s cats doesn’t it? My kids favorite part of Crasciana are all the cats. The views are lovely too.
There is always a cat or 2 happy to pose for the camera.
We love your blog so much. It captures the essence and simplicity of the Bagni area, which we adore. Having stayed in Crasciana, Vitiana and Pieve di Controne the villages ar4e close to our heart. On a dull day in Hampshire, your stories and photos warm the soul!
Lindsey and Sarah in England
Thank you for your kind comments. I love Bagni di Lucca and love to share it with the world. I hope you visit again soon.
So pretty and peaceful looking shots!
The villages of Bagni di Lucca are delightful, and each one has something unique to offer.
I feel as if I’ve been there through your beautiful posts, thanks Debra!
Beautiful!
Aren’t we lucky to be able to spend so much time in Bagni di Lucca?
The oratory is beautiful. As is so much else Debra. The light is beautiful.
Wonderful old buildings abound in Bagni di Lucca.
Congrats on the super photos. In the summertime when we’re heading towards San Cassiano from the pool in Bagni we often go up the Pallegio way, particularly as the main route up to SC (via Guzzano etc) can be a bit busy. Pallegio has a charm all of its own, and yet its so typical of the villages above Bagni. One good reason to go the ‘Pallegio way’ is that it brings you to Santina’s in San Cassiano, a wonderful little bar/trattoria/eatery. Nice beer on draught, quite good wine, lovely pizza, pasta, and faroana – forgive the spelling ( a cross between pheasant and guinea fowl) delicious – actually I think it is guinea fowl.
Santina is a great place to eat. I haven’t had the faraona there yet…somthing to look forward to.
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