Archive for 'Mountains'

  

Monday, September 22, 2025
Careggine
Photo credits: LigaDue / CC BY-SA 4.0

Tuscany is dotted by endless charming little towns, many of them set on hilltops and in scenic locations, allowing visitors to admire sweeping vistas of the famously lovely Tuscan countryside. However, among these, the town of Careggine, nestled in the Apuan Alps, may afford some of the most remarkable views in the region and access to some excellent settings for outdoor pursuits.


A perfect day-trip for those who find a villa in Lucca and are enjoying the delights of that stunning medieval city, we highly recommend coming to breathe in the fresh air and to take in the astounding views while hiking, exploring, or even skiing. 

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Posted in: Activities, Hiking, Localities, Lucca, Mountains, Pretty Views, Skiing & Winter Sports, Tourist Attractions

  

Friday, October 15, 2021
Lago Nero
Tuscany is actually a rather excellent hiking destination, though many travellers do not realise this as there are so many other incredible things to see and do across the region. However, if you are planning a vacation in Tuscany and you are thinking about travelling in the next couple of months then you should definitely consider going on a hike or two during your trip as the autumnal weather and golden scenes are just perfect for outings. With lots of different mountain and forest routes to choose from that are well-marked, peaceful, pleasant, and boast the most extraordinary views over the famously picturesque landscape of the region, Tuscany really is an idyllic place to stretch your legs, get some fresh air, forget the rest of the world, and reconnect with nature for a few hours!     Read More
Posted in: Activities, Hiking, Localities, Mountains, Pretty Views, Tourist Attractions

  

Friday, August 4, 2017
Lardo di Colonnata
Lardo di Colonnata is one of those must-try typical food products in Italy. Interestingly, it is also actually made using two great Tuscan products: the white marble of the Apuan Alps and Tuscan pork, the main livestock of the region. Both products have long histories in Tuscany, as well, with marble having been quarried since the time of the Ancient Romans and pork having been raised consistently since the time of the Barbarians who came after the Romans.     Read More
Posted in: Food and Wine, Localities, Mountains, Products & Specialities

  

Tuesday, November 15, 2016
Mouflons
These are some cute and funny-looking creatures, aren't they?

Mouflons are a subspecies group of the wild sheep and are thought to be one of the two ancestors for all modern domestic sheep breeds. With red-brown, short-haired coats with dark back-stripes and light-colored saddle patches, sleek elegant bodies, sweet faces and big horns, they are some of the more distinctive and photogenic creatures that you are likely to encounter in the wild in Tuscany.

One of the best activities for those who have found a vacation rental in Tuscany and are exploring the region, is to spend some time wandering the stunning Apuan Alps and spotting mouflons.     Read More
Posted in: Activities, Countryside, Hiking, Localities, Lucca, Mountains, Parks & Gardens, Tourist Attractions

  

Thursday, July 28, 2016
Views in the Casentinesi National Park
The Parco Nazionale delle Foreste Casentinesi, Monte Falterona and Campigna is a national park in in the Apennine region of Tuscany and Romagna that was established in 1993 and preserves over 365 square kilometers of Italian flora and fauna.

Divided between the provinces of Florence, Arezzo and Forli-Cesena, it is made up of the best preserved and largest forest in Italy and takes in mountains, valleys, springs and over ten villages. It is an area of uncompromising natural beauty and tranquility and is the perfect place for a whole host of outdoor pursuits including biking, horse-riding, hiking, bird-watching and orienteering.

Just find a luxury villa in Florence or a luxury villa in Arezzo and you can head out on daytrips to the park, reconnect with nature, relax, breathe in some fresh air, take in the beautiful views and get away from it all.     Read More
Posted in: Activities, Cycling, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Localities, Mountains, Parks & Gardens, Photography, Tourist Attractions