12- Grand bicycle tour in Italy from 2011 (Appennino Pistoiese)

I have to cope with a health problem. My back is all sore because a few days before I cycled without t-shirt.

After Borgo a Mozzano I come across Ponte del Diavolo.

This ancient bridge dates back to 12th century and I climb it on foot because it's too steep.

From this bridge I can behold some nice views.

Throughout Italy even in the small villages the heroes and the preeminent persons are well commemorated.

Soon I will leave behind Serchio River and the SS12 road will follow a small stream called Lima which is a feeder of Serchio.

The scenery is quite wild.

I am cycling in the Appennino Pistoiese range.

I will spend the night near Bagni di Lucca. Day 9) Bagni di Lucca - Cutigliano I pass through interesting villages.

At village La Lima I can admire a great church.

Here I have to turn left and I will start climbing till Cutigliano.

This quite a tourist village. I am impressed by its houses and streets.

The townhall is amazing featuring plenty of stunning bas-reliefs.

Here I will linger a few minutes to admire this building.

Today I decide to remain in the area and enjoy this rustic village and have a nice hiking in the forest.

I encounter plenty of interesting monuments. I will spend the night in this village.