Just before Filetto, I spotted these tiny figures carved out of walnuts, and being sold for donations to the two living popes, but as they probably don't really need much financial assistance, I forebore a contribution.
See also the impressive walled village of Virgoletta,
after which there was some climbing to be done, into a long wooded stretch winding through gentle hills. For the last 3km, I was assailed by a squadron of flies, midges and mosquitos, despite another application of repellent. Then a descent over slick cobbles to this waterfall,
and a sudden glimpse of mighty mountains.
Finally to this impressive castle at Masero on the outskirts of Aulla, noting in passing that the tourist office which it houses closes every day at noon, just before one might expect pilgrims to start arriving, looking for a stamp.
A baking last 2km into Aulla on nasty roads, and up to the station, where I downed a pint or so of cold milk and a delicious lemon millefeuille.
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