Guidebook for Olivola
Sightseeing
Portovenere is a small town set on the headland on the northern side of the gulf of La Spezia with stunning views across the bay and of the nearby island (called Palmaria). The town is a maze of alleyways dotted with small shops and restaurants.
The black and white striped church at the end of the headland is also impressive.
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Portovenere
Portovenere is a small town set on the headland on the northern side of the gulf of La Spezia with stunning views across the bay and of the nearby island (called Palmaria). The town is a maze of alleyways dotted with small shops and restaurants.
The black and white striped church at the end of the headland is also impressive.
Lerici is one of the nearest coastal towns to the house and has a picturesque harbour overlooked by a medieval castle perching on the edge of the town. There are a few impressive churches, seafront restaurants and an open air cinema in the town as well as a nine hole golf course, an olympic size swimming pool and a go kart track nearby.
Lerici is situated on the eastern side of the gulf of La Spezia, called "The Gulf of the Poets". In 1822, Percy Shelley and his family hired a villa just outside Lerici and he and Lord Byron sailed their boats around the coast nearby.
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Lerici
Lerici is one of the nearest coastal towns to the house and has a picturesque harbour overlooked by a medieval castle perching on the edge of the town. There are a few impressive churches, seafront restaurants and an open air cinema in the town as well as a nine hole golf course, an olympic size swimming pool and a go kart track nearby.
Lerici is situated on the eastern side of the gulf of La Spezia, called "The Gulf of the Poets". In 1822, Percy Shelley and his family hired a villa just outside Lerici and he and Lord Byron sailed their boats around the coast nearby.
There are five picturesque villages strung along terraced cliffs looking out to the sea, the famous Cinque Terre - which means Five Lands - is part of the UNESCO World Heritage List, and comprises the five small coastal villages of Riomaggiore, Manarola, Corniglia, Vernazza, and Monterosso located in the region of Liguria. The best way to get around is on foot, if you want to walk between all the villages it takes about 5 hours to follow the main path along the shore which connects them.
The Cinque Terre are best reached by train. Take the train from La Spezia to Riomaggiore or to Manarola or you can continue to Monterosso.
Another option is to explore Cinque Terre by ferry...
Regular ferries operate from Lerici, La Spezia to Portovenere and the Cinque Terre ..see more details .. www.navigazionegolfodeipoeti.it
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There are five picturesque villages strung along terraced cliffs looking out to the sea, the famous Cinque Terre - which means Five Lands - is part of the UNESCO World Heritage List, and comprises the five small coastal villages of Riomaggiore, Manarola, Corniglia, Vernazza, and Monterosso located in the region of Liguria. The best way to get around is on foot, if you want to walk between all the villages it takes about 5 hours to follow the main path along the shore which connects them.
The Cinque Terre are best reached by train. Take the train from La Spezia to Riomaggiore or to Manarola or you can continue to Monterosso.
Another option is to explore Cinque Terre by ferry...
Regular ferries operate from Lerici, La Spezia to Portovenere and the Cinque Terre ..see more details .. www.navigazionegolfodeipoeti.it
In the hilltop town of Fosdinovo, in the Lunigiana region, you can see the Fosdinovo Malaspina Castle dating from 13th-14th century, this impressive family residence overlooking the Marga valley with seaview features Dante’s room and the ghost of the marchioness Bianca Maria Aloisia Malaspina.
Guided tours even in French and English. Medieval re-enactments as well as readings from Dante Divina Commedia. Every Friday at 22.00 you can book a special tour at night by candlelight.
It is a 25 minute drive from our property in Olivola.
Opening times
Summer (May 1 to September 30) Guided tour every day: 11.00-12.00-16.00-17.00-18.00
(closed on Tuesday)
Winter (October 1 to April 30)
Guided tour: saturday 15.00-16.00-17.00;
sunday and holidays 11.00-12.00-15.00-16.00-17.00
Ticket price is 6.00 euros adult 4.00 euros children
The address is
Fosdinovo Castle
Via Papiriana, 2
54035 Fosdinovo MS
In the town of Fosdinovo you can find also the Church of San Remigio 13th-16th century. Funerary monument in white marble dedicated to Galeotto Malaspina dated 1367.
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Fosdinovo
In the hilltop town of Fosdinovo, in the Lunigiana region, you can see the Fosdinovo Malaspina Castle dating from 13th-14th century, this impressive family residence overlooking the Marga valley with seaview features Dante’s room and the ghost of the marchioness Bianca Maria Aloisia Malaspina.
Guided tours even in French and English. Medieval re-enactments as well as readings from Dante Divina Commedia. Every Friday at 22.00 you can book a special tour at night by candlelight.
It is a 25 minute drive from our property in Olivola.
Opening times
Summer (May 1 to September 30) Guided tour every day: 11.00-12.00-16.00-17.00-18.00
(closed on Tuesday)
Winter (October 1 to April 30)
Guided tour: saturday 15.00-16.00-17.00;
sunday and holidays 11.00-12.00-15.00-16.00-17.00
Ticket price is 6.00 euros adult 4.00 euros children
The address is
Fosdinovo Castle
Via Papiriana, 2
54035 Fosdinovo MS
In the town of Fosdinovo you can find also the Church of San Remigio 13th-16th century. Funerary monument in white marble dedicated to Galeotto Malaspina dated 1367.
The small town of Equi Terme a designated area of natural beauty surrounded by mountains features sulphurous thermal spring waters of exceptional medicinal properties, the existence of which was already known in ancient times. There is a delightful swimming pool beside the river, good restaurants and a health Spa. The healthy climate and untouched beauty of the surrounding area offer visitors the total immersion in nature. Equi Terme is also famous for the discovery of its palaeolithic findings and underground caves and Le Grottes tours.
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Equi Terme
The small town of Equi Terme a designated area of natural beauty surrounded by mountains features sulphurous thermal spring waters of exceptional medicinal properties, the existence of which was already known in ancient times. There is a delightful swimming pool beside the river, good restaurants and a health Spa. The healthy climate and untouched beauty of the surrounding area offer visitors the total immersion in nature. Equi Terme is also famous for the discovery of its palaeolithic findings and underground caves and Le Grottes tours.
Sarzana is a beautiful medieval town about 30 minutes from our house. The ancient center is closed to all local traffic, making it a delightful place to stroll through narrow cobbled streets full of small boutiques, outdoor cafes, and little restaurants tucked down alleyways. There is a cafe serving homemade (artisanale) ice cream. You can also take a walk along the top of the old town wall and the main gate which affords great views of the castle on the hill above and the narrow streets of the town below. Sarzana (whose name in the Middle Ages was Castrum Sarzana) has ancient origins The town has two castles, the fortress Firmafede, Pisan and the Sarzanello fortress, old Episcopal residence. Today the walled sixteenth century village is almost intact, with walls and four towers. There are many events, exhibitions, presentations, initiatives. The big summer event, is ” La Soffitta nella Strada ”, an exhibition of antique objects for collectors, fine crafts. Around Sarzana you can visit the archaeological excavations of Luni, an ancient Roman port, of which remains still an amphitheatre and several remnants.
For those who like hiking, there are many paths that wind in Montemarcello Magra and River Park, where you can see different species of birds, fish, amphibians, terrestrial animals, so generous and varied flora and fauna.
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Sarzana
Sarzana is a beautiful medieval town about 30 minutes from our house. The ancient center is closed to all local traffic, making it a delightful place to stroll through narrow cobbled streets full of small boutiques, outdoor cafes, and little restaurants tucked down alleyways. There is a cafe serving homemade (artisanale) ice cream. You can also take a walk along the top of the old town wall and the main gate which affords great views of the castle on the hill above and the narrow streets of the town below. Sarzana (whose name in the Middle Ages was Castrum Sarzana) has ancient origins The town has two castles, the fortress Firmafede, Pisan and the Sarzanello fortress, old Episcopal residence. Today the walled sixteenth century village is almost intact, with walls and four towers. There are many events, exhibitions, presentations, initiatives. The big summer event, is ” La Soffitta nella Strada ”, an exhibition of antique objects for collectors, fine crafts. Around Sarzana you can visit the archaeological excavations of Luni, an ancient Roman port, of which remains still an amphitheatre and several remnants.
For those who like hiking, there are many paths that wind in Montemarcello Magra and River Park, where you can see different species of birds, fish, amphibians, terrestrial animals, so generous and varied flora and fauna.
Massaciuccoli: the name appears to have Roman origins, if not further back to the Etruscans. In either, case it is a clear demonstration that this area has been populated for a very long time. he Wildlife Oasis is situated within walking distance of the Roman villa which remains in excellent condition and makes for a unique hike. The boardwalk extends over the edge of the lake, the 2nd largest in Tuscany and offers an excellent opportunity to explore the large bird population and distinctive flora that exist in these shallow waters. After touring this area definitely have a peek at the Roman ruins from the I sec. d.C. which were brought to life in the mid-1700’s. Little by little, different areas of the mansion have been cleaned up including an impressive structure highlighting the thermal bath of this Roman villa and beautiful mosaic floors. This villa sat on the road leading to Rome, one that was later used by the pilgrims as they made their trek to see the Pope. These ruins represent very real evidence of the interest by the Roman nobles in cultivating and settling in these lands.
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Lago di Massaciuccoli
Massaciuccoli: the name appears to have Roman origins, if not further back to the Etruscans. In either, case it is a clear demonstration that this area has been populated for a very long time. he Wildlife Oasis is situated within walking distance of the Roman villa which remains in excellent condition and makes for a unique hike. The boardwalk extends over the edge of the lake, the 2nd largest in Tuscany and offers an excellent opportunity to explore the large bird population and distinctive flora that exist in these shallow waters. After touring this area definitely have a peek at the Roman ruins from the I sec. d.C. which were brought to life in the mid-1700’s. Little by little, different areas of the mansion have been cleaned up including an impressive structure highlighting the thermal bath of this Roman villa and beautiful mosaic floors. This villa sat on the road leading to Rome, one that was later used by the pilgrims as they made their trek to see the Pope. These ruins represent very real evidence of the interest by the Roman nobles in cultivating and settling in these lands.
Lucca where art, culture, entertainment and shopping combine harmoniously. Lucca is one of the beautiful cities in the Tuscany region, the perfect destination for a day trip from our property. The town has a lot to offer for curious travelers in search of beautiful scenic locations with a lot of history, architectural beauty and unique culture. Most of the attractions in Lucca today show its ancient history: from the trace of the Roman amphiteater that can be seen in the shape of the Piazza dell'Anfiteatro to the archeological remains under the 12th century church of Saints Giovanni and Reparata (the first city cathedral, located just around the corner from the present-day cathedral of San Martino), to the various towers and villas from the 12th to 16th centuries. Unusual for cities in the region, the walls around the old town were retained intact as the city expanded and modernized. As the wide walls lost their military importance, they became a pedestrian promenade ringing the old town although they were used for a number of years in the 20th century for racing cars. They are still fully intact today; each of the four principal sides is lined with a different tree species. For anyone who wants to see the city from a different perspective it’s possible to go up on the walls and walk on them as a pedestrian promenade or on a bike offering a marvelous view of the city and its surrounding landscape.
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Lucca
Lucca where art, culture, entertainment and shopping combine harmoniously. Lucca is one of the beautiful cities in the Tuscany region, the perfect destination for a day trip from our property. The town has a lot to offer for curious travelers in search of beautiful scenic locations with a lot of history, architectural beauty and unique culture. Most of the attractions in Lucca today show its ancient history: from the trace of the Roman amphiteater that can be seen in the shape of the Piazza dell'Anfiteatro to the archeological remains under the 12th century church of Saints Giovanni and Reparata (the first city cathedral, located just around the corner from the present-day cathedral of San Martino), to the various towers and villas from the 12th to 16th centuries. Unusual for cities in the region, the walls around the old town were retained intact as the city expanded and modernized. As the wide walls lost their military importance, they became a pedestrian promenade ringing the old town although they were used for a number of years in the 20th century for racing cars. They are still fully intact today; each of the four principal sides is lined with a different tree species. For anyone who wants to see the city from a different perspective it’s possible to go up on the walls and walk on them as a pedestrian promenade or on a bike offering a marvelous view of the city and its surrounding landscape.
Pietrasanta has Roman origins, is a historic medieval and artistic town in northern Tuscany. The town Pietrasanta isn't a hill town and its historic center is a pleasant place for strolling. It's an important center for working marble and was used as a marble source by Michelangelo. Several international artists live or work here and there are art galleries and exhibits. The Bozzetti Museum is a very important museum of sculpture and sketches This very sophisticated town has world-class art galleries and a big arts community. It has great shopping, markets and excellent food. Pietrasanta is very close to Forte Dei Marmi
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Pietrasanta
Pietrasanta has Roman origins, is a historic medieval and artistic town in northern Tuscany. The town Pietrasanta isn't a hill town and its historic center is a pleasant place for strolling. It's an important center for working marble and was used as a marble source by Michelangelo. Several international artists live or work here and there are art galleries and exhibits. The Bozzetti Museum is a very important museum of sculpture and sketches This very sophisticated town has world-class art galleries and a big arts community. It has great shopping, markets and excellent food. Pietrasanta is very close to Forte Dei Marmi
Barga is a beautiful old, walled town in northern Tuscany
Standing on a wooded hill above the valley of the Serchio River, the walled settlement with its twisting flagged streets and grand palazzi is a time capsule of centuries-ago Italy.
Stunning views, beautiful church (cathedral) with an exquisite history. It stands over Barga like a great protector.
In July there takes place the festival of Barga Jazz, where local musicians perform in the open air in the evenings, and you can eat you meal al fresco to a musical accompaniment. The town has always attracted artists and writers, such as the great poet Giovanni Pascoli who made the town his home a century ago, and died there, in what he called "the land of the beautiful and the good." You can sit on the balcony at the Caffe Capretz, one of his favourite spots, and look over the flowers on the railings at the Apuane mountains. The composer Puccini was a friend of Pascoli and a regular vistor to Barga and a whole host of painters known as the Pascoli Generation found inspiration in the town, such as Cordati, Magri and Santini.
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Barga
Barga is a beautiful old, walled town in northern Tuscany
Standing on a wooded hill above the valley of the Serchio River, the walled settlement with its twisting flagged streets and grand palazzi is a time capsule of centuries-ago Italy.
Stunning views, beautiful church (cathedral) with an exquisite history. It stands over Barga like a great protector.
In July there takes place the festival of Barga Jazz, where local musicians perform in the open air in the evenings, and you can eat you meal al fresco to a musical accompaniment. The town has always attracted artists and writers, such as the great poet Giovanni Pascoli who made the town his home a century ago, and died there, in what he called "the land of the beautiful and the good." You can sit on the balcony at the Caffe Capretz, one of his favourite spots, and look over the flowers on the railings at the Apuane mountains. The composer Puccini was a friend of Pascoli and a regular vistor to Barga and a whole host of painters known as the Pascoli Generation found inspiration in the town, such as Cordati, Magri and Santini.
Moneglia lies in a beautiful bay between the two promontories of Punta Moneglia and Punta Rospo. It is another great choice for families with small kids as it has a nice sandy beach, protected by breakwater. The beach is also awarded with the Blue Flag. The town is surrounded by huge olive groves so Moneglia is also famous for its extra virgin olive oil. Local focaccia and olive oil can be tasted at the Olive Oil Fair which is held yearly on Easter Monday.
You can easily reach Moneglia by car or train, or you can even hike here from neighbouring villages. There are several beautiful walking paths in the area offering you amazing seaviews. If you come with kids, you'll probably spend most of the day on the sandy beach, otherwise make sure you spend some time discovering this pretty town.
There are wonderful little streets with colourful medieval houses, artisan shops, nice restaurants and two churches (Church of San Giorgio and Church of Santa Croce). The Church of San Giorgio also has a Franciscan cloister with beautiful courtyard.
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Moneglia
Moneglia lies in a beautiful bay between the two promontories of Punta Moneglia and Punta Rospo. It is another great choice for families with small kids as it has a nice sandy beach, protected by breakwater. The beach is also awarded with the Blue Flag. The town is surrounded by huge olive groves so Moneglia is also famous for its extra virgin olive oil. Local focaccia and olive oil can be tasted at the Olive Oil Fair which is held yearly on Easter Monday.
You can easily reach Moneglia by car or train, or you can even hike here from neighbouring villages. There are several beautiful walking paths in the area offering you amazing seaviews. If you come with kids, you'll probably spend most of the day on the sandy beach, otherwise make sure you spend some time discovering this pretty town.
There are wonderful little streets with colourful medieval houses, artisan shops, nice restaurants and two churches (Church of San Giorgio and Church of Santa Croce). The Church of San Giorgio also has a Franciscan cloister with beautiful courtyard.
A charming, romantic place in the Gulf of Poets with bright houses, colourful fishing boats, a rose coloured, 16th-century Church of San Giorgio and quiet, narrow alleyways. A real gem hidden at the end of Liguria, close to the Tuscan borders. Tellaro is registered among the most beautiful villages of Italy (I borghi piú belli d'Italia). If you have a car You can drive here, enjoy the great views from the main square or from the lookout point near the Oratory of Santa Maria in Selaa and take time to walk around in the small passages.
You could do a Lerici-Tellaro-Portovenere day trip, there is also a boat service between Lerici and Portovenere.
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Tellaro
A charming, romantic place in the Gulf of Poets with bright houses, colourful fishing boats, a rose coloured, 16th-century Church of San Giorgio and quiet, narrow alleyways. A real gem hidden at the end of Liguria, close to the Tuscan borders. Tellaro is registered among the most beautiful villages of Italy (I borghi piú belli d'Italia). If you have a car You can drive here, enjoy the great views from the main square or from the lookout point near the Oratory of Santa Maria in Selaa and take time to walk around in the small passages.
You could do a Lerici-Tellaro-Portovenere day trip, there is also a boat service between Lerici and Portovenere.
The panoramic village of Filattiera was a Byzantine fortification. Under the dominion of the Malaspina family, on the hill of Saint George, a castle rose from where now only remains a tower with a church. In the second half of XIV century the Malaspina began the construction of another castle that currently is found in the main square of the village. In the nearby, you can visit the Romanic church of Sorano, recently restructered, the medieval village of Ponticello and Caprio.
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Filattiera
The panoramic village of Filattiera was a Byzantine fortification. Under the dominion of the Malaspina family, on the hill of Saint George, a castle rose from where now only remains a tower with a church. In the second half of XIV century the Malaspina began the construction of another castle that currently is found in the main square of the village. In the nearby, you can visit the Romanic church of Sorano, recently restructered, the medieval village of Ponticello and Caprio.
The origins of the walled suburb of Fileto date back to the Byzantine defense against the Longobards, in the VI and VII centuries. The defensive system, the "limes" was based on the castra of Filetto and Filattiera. Indeed they have the same name origin: from the Greek term "filakterion", strengthened place. Filetto made part from the 1351 of the feud of Malgrate, in 1641 was sold to the Camera Reale of Milan and then to the Ariberti of Cremona.
Through two monumental doors we enter the suburb. The Piazza di Sopra has a quadrilateral shape and was defended by four cylindrical towers, one of then still up. The first nucleus was then transformed into a strengthened residence with repeated interventions till the XVII century. In the other square rise the church of Saints Filippo and Giacomo and the Marquises Ariberti's Palace, an imponent seventeenth-century building connected to the suburb and the church by two elegant aerial passagges. On the other side of the square it is situated the Convent of the Frati Ospitalieri, a vast complex of the XVII century, with a beautiful inside cloister partly destroyed and rehandled.
Just outside the southern door, we find the oratory of St. Genesio of the XVI century, in the mysterious wood of Filetto, where has been recovered numerous statue-stele.
In August, Fileto host the Medieval Market, when the suburb goes back to the past with medieval decorations, jugglers, minstrels, acrobats and objects of the local craftsmanship in iron, wood and stone.
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Filetto
The origins of the walled suburb of Fileto date back to the Byzantine defense against the Longobards, in the VI and VII centuries. The defensive system, the "limes" was based on the castra of Filetto and Filattiera. Indeed they have the same name origin: from the Greek term "filakterion", strengthened place. Filetto made part from the 1351 of the feud of Malgrate, in 1641 was sold to the Camera Reale of Milan and then to the Ariberti of Cremona.
Through two monumental doors we enter the suburb. The Piazza di Sopra has a quadrilateral shape and was defended by four cylindrical towers, one of then still up. The first nucleus was then transformed into a strengthened residence with repeated interventions till the XVII century. In the other square rise the church of Saints Filippo and Giacomo and the Marquises Ariberti's Palace, an imponent seventeenth-century building connected to the suburb and the church by two elegant aerial passagges. On the other side of the square it is situated the Convent of the Frati Ospitalieri, a vast complex of the XVII century, with a beautiful inside cloister partly destroyed and rehandled.
Just outside the southern door, we find the oratory of St. Genesio of the XVI century, in the mysterious wood of Filetto, where has been recovered numerous statue-stele.
In August, Fileto host the Medieval Market, when the suburb goes back to the past with medieval decorations, jugglers, minstrels, acrobats and objects of the local craftsmanship in iron, wood and stone.
Castelnuovo Magra
In a dominant position in the plain of the river Magra, Castelnuovo Magra is an ancient town situated at the peak of a hill, which enjoys splendid views over the Gulf of Poets. Mentioned for the first time between 1187 and 1203 in the Pelavicino Code, Castelnuovo is rich in history and art.
The imposing facade of the Renaissance "Oratorio dei Bianchi" mark the entrance of the town. Nearby is the Renaissance church of St. Mary Magdalene, with the interior sculptures in Carrara marble. Castelnuovo, however, is known for its castle, formerly the centre of power of the bishops of Luni. It was built in the XII century by Bishop Gualtiero to control the Via Francigena, finally carried out by Enrico of Fucecchio. Today it is still impressive, with ruins of the walls and a rectangular tower of 80 meters. On October 6, 1306 hosted Dante Alighieri as a prosecutor of Francesco Malaspina of Mulazzo, to seal peace with the bishop of Luni, Antonio Nuvolone of Camilla.
In the narrow streets rise palaces of the XVII-XVIII century: "Palazzo Ingolotti Cornelius", "Palazzo Tonarelli" and "Palazzo Natolini Ferrari".
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Castelnuovo Magra
Castelnuovo Magra
In a dominant position in the plain of the river Magra, Castelnuovo Magra is an ancient town situated at the peak of a hill, which enjoys splendid views over the Gulf of Poets. Mentioned for the first time between 1187 and 1203 in the Pelavicino Code, Castelnuovo is rich in history and art.
The imposing facade of the Renaissance "Oratorio dei Bianchi" mark the entrance of the town. Nearby is the Renaissance church of St. Mary Magdalene, with the interior sculptures in Carrara marble. Castelnuovo, however, is known for its castle, formerly the centre of power of the bishops of Luni. It was built in the XII century by Bishop Gualtiero to control the Via Francigena, finally carried out by Enrico of Fucecchio. Today it is still impressive, with ruins of the walls and a rectangular tower of 80 meters. On October 6, 1306 hosted Dante Alighieri as a prosecutor of Francesco Malaspina of Mulazzo, to seal peace with the bishop of Luni, Antonio Nuvolone of Camilla.
In the narrow streets rise palaces of the XVII-XVIII century: "Palazzo Ingolotti Cornelius", "Palazzo Tonarelli" and "Palazzo Natolini Ferrari".
Genoa is world famous as the birth place of Christopher Columbus. The historic center is a maze of narrow streets (caruggi), beautiful squares and ancient historic shops. If you visit Genoa You have to find a bakery shop and taste the delicious "Foccacia di Recco" (with melted Stracchino cheese). The emblem of Genoa is the Lanterna, the lighthouse located in the Porto Antico, it is visible to all those who put in at the port, from whatever direction. Walk up the 375 steps to admire the beautiful panoramic view from its terrace. Also located in the Porto Antico is the Genoa Aquarium, it is Europe’s largest marine attraction hosting 800 different species and more than 10,000 marine creatures. A complete visit takes about 2 hours 30.
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Metropolitan City of Genoa
Genoa is world famous as the birth place of Christopher Columbus. The historic center is a maze of narrow streets (caruggi), beautiful squares and ancient historic shops. If you visit Genoa You have to find a bakery shop and taste the delicious "Foccacia di Recco" (with melted Stracchino cheese). The emblem of Genoa is the Lanterna, the lighthouse located in the Porto Antico, it is visible to all those who put in at the port, from whatever direction. Walk up the 375 steps to admire the beautiful panoramic view from its terrace. Also located in the Porto Antico is the Genoa Aquarium, it is Europe’s largest marine attraction hosting 800 different species and more than 10,000 marine creatures. A complete visit takes about 2 hours 30.
Entertainment & Activities
The Mediterranean beach of Forte dei Marmi in the Versilia coast is about 40 minutes away, and provides a stylish Italian seaside experience with stylish shops, beachfront bars, restaurants and stylish beach clubs where you can enjoy a relaxing day on beautiful sandy beach equipped with sun beds, sun umbrellas.. Forte dei Marmi, has certainly always been the most exclusive, exciting and charming of all the towns along the Tuscan coast offering a vibrant nightlife.
It boasts the most exclusive and fashionable clubs and nightlife.
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Forte dei Marmi
10 Via RomaThe Mediterranean beach of Forte dei Marmi in the Versilia coast is about 40 minutes away, and provides a stylish Italian seaside experience with stylish shops, beachfront bars, restaurants and stylish beach clubs where you can enjoy a relaxing day on beautiful sandy beach equipped with sun beds, sun umbrellas.. Forte dei Marmi, has certainly always been the most exclusive, exciting and charming of all the towns along the Tuscan coast offering a vibrant nightlife.
It boasts the most exclusive and fashionable clubs and nightlife.
"Villasport" Via delle Piscine, in Villafranca in Lunigiana.
There is an excellent open air olympic size swimming pool in Villafranca with high diving board, water fountains, children's pools and a large lawned picnic area, naturally shaded by chestnut trees and equipped with BBQ's.
This facility is 20 minutes drive from the house.
Via delle Piscine
Via delle Piscine"Villasport" Via delle Piscine, in Villafranca in Lunigiana.
There is an excellent open air olympic size swimming pool in Villafranca with high diving board, water fountains, children's pools and a large lawned picnic area, naturally shaded by chestnut trees and equipped with BBQ's.
This facility is 20 minutes drive from the house.
Food Scene
Alla Piazza di Sopra" restaurant, in the medieval village of Filetto, near Villafranca in Lunigiana, is known for its fine food from Lunigiana served with a modern twist, excellent service and warm welcome it gives to its customers. Some delicious dishes are "Cappelletti with radicchio, Gorgonzola & nuts", "Stuffed rabbit and mushrooms", "Pastry with a heart of white chocolate", you can find the high quality of locally-sourced ingredients. In addition dishes are adapted to work with ingredients in season with an interesting inclusion of fruit at times, such as ravioli served with pear and the flavour combinations worked perfectly.
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Alla Piazza di Sopra
11 Piazza ImmacolataAlla Piazza di Sopra" restaurant, in the medieval village of Filetto, near Villafranca in Lunigiana, is known for its fine food from Lunigiana served with a modern twist, excellent service and warm welcome it gives to its customers. Some delicious dishes are "Cappelletti with radicchio, Gorgonzola & nuts", "Stuffed rabbit and mushrooms", "Pastry with a heart of white chocolate", you can find the high quality of locally-sourced ingredients. In addition dishes are adapted to work with ingredients in season with an interesting inclusion of fruit at times, such as ravioli served with pear and the flavour combinations worked perfectly.
Have a snack at "La Pia". In late morning and late afternoon in La Spezia, you can seat and taste your pizza or you can your pizza, takeaway. Join in and try some famous Ligurian treats from a famous La Spezia institution. Founded in 1887, La Pia, 'The Centenarian' is the place to go. They have pizza, Farinata and Torta di verdure.
Farinata. This is a famous must-try specialty. It's a chickpea flour pancake that's nutty, smooth, crunchy on the edges, creamy in the middle, about ¼ inch thick, and just delicious.
Focaccia. This is indigenous to Liguria, and here it comes in many forms, shapes and sizes, and is always interesting. Here, you can also ask for foccacia stuffed with farinata, odd sounding but great, and an authentic twist.
Torta di Verdura. They are bound with egg and cheese and filled with any variety of veggies and greens. They're offered at La Pia sold by weight.
"La Pia" Via Magenta, 12 La Spezia (between Piazza Beverini and Via Prione).
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La Pia Centenaria
12 Via MagentaHave a snack at "La Pia". In late morning and late afternoon in La Spezia, you can seat and taste your pizza or you can your pizza, takeaway. Join in and try some famous Ligurian treats from a famous La Spezia institution. Founded in 1887, La Pia, 'The Centenarian' is the place to go. They have pizza, Farinata and Torta di verdure.
Farinata. This is a famous must-try specialty. It's a chickpea flour pancake that's nutty, smooth, crunchy on the edges, creamy in the middle, about ¼ inch thick, and just delicious.
Focaccia. This is indigenous to Liguria, and here it comes in many forms, shapes and sizes, and is always interesting. Here, you can also ask for foccacia stuffed with farinata, odd sounding but great, and an authentic twist.
Torta di Verdura. They are bound with egg and cheese and filled with any variety of veggies and greens. They're offered at La Pia sold by weight.
"La Pia" Via Magenta, 12 La Spezia (between Piazza Beverini and Via Prione).
During your stay in Lunigiana area you can visiting Pontremoli and its castle, a pretty town filled with history and evocative medieval scenes.
A walk around Pontremoli’s main square (Piazza della Repubblica) reveals you a stylish art nouveau café "Caffè degli Svizzeri" and "Antica Pasticceria degli Svizzeri" (next door).
Stop for a coffee accompanied by an "àmor" pastry. The typical "àmor" is a pastry consisting of a creamy custard filling with a hint of lemon, between wafer biscuits.
The àmor was brought to Pontremoli by the Swiss brothers who opened the Antica Pasticceria degli Svizzeri in 1842.
It is said to be made from a secret recipe!
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Antica Pasticceria degli Svizzeri
21 Piazza della RepubblicaDuring your stay in Lunigiana area you can visiting Pontremoli and its castle, a pretty town filled with history and evocative medieval scenes.
A walk around Pontremoli’s main square (Piazza della Repubblica) reveals you a stylish art nouveau café "Caffè degli Svizzeri" and "Antica Pasticceria degli Svizzeri" (next door).
Stop for a coffee accompanied by an "àmor" pastry. The typical "àmor" is a pastry consisting of a creamy custard filling with a hint of lemon, between wafer biscuits.
The àmor was brought to Pontremoli by the Swiss brothers who opened the Antica Pasticceria degli Svizzeri in 1842.
It is said to be made from a secret recipe!
Here you can taste Panigacci: the specialty from our Lunigiana! Panigacci are made unleavened, and cooked in small terracotta pans and covered with other ones, have been superheated by a wood fire. You can eat Panigacci stuffed with cheese (Gorgonzola, Stracchino) and local salami or cooked as a pasta dish, with pesto (basil sauce) or mushrooms sauce.
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Da Gambin
Here you can taste Panigacci: the specialty from our Lunigiana! Panigacci are made unleavened, and cooked in small terracotta pans and covered with other ones, have been superheated by a wood fire. You can eat Panigacci stuffed with cheese (Gorgonzola, Stracchino) and local salami or cooked as a pasta dish, with pesto (basil sauce) or mushrooms sauce.
Essentials
If you visit the nice town of Bagnone, in Lunigiana region (north Tuscany), you can stop at "Sarti Giorgio E Daniela Snc - Alimentari". In this shop you can find traditional and local food of Lunigiana region.
The shop address is in "Via della Repubblica 33, 54021 BAGNONE (MS)"
Sarti Giorgio e Daniela
33 Via della RepubblicaIf you visit the nice town of Bagnone, in Lunigiana region (north Tuscany), you can stop at "Sarti Giorgio E Daniela Snc - Alimentari". In this shop you can find traditional and local food of Lunigiana region.
The shop address is in "Via della Repubblica 33, 54021 BAGNONE (MS)"
Arts & Culture
This is the most important naval museum in Italy. No matter your interests, you'll find something to fascinate you in this old fashioned museum, such as one of the best ship figurehead collections in the world.
Not Just for Children or Rainy Days.
Museo Tecnico Navale - Viale Amendola, 1 - La Spezia.
Phone 0187 784693
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라 스페치아 해군 기술 박물관
1 Viale Giovanni AmendolaThis is the most important naval museum in Italy. No matter your interests, you'll find something to fascinate you in this old fashioned museum, such as one of the best ship figurehead collections in the world.
Not Just for Children or Rainy Days.
Museo Tecnico Navale - Viale Amendola, 1 - La Spezia.
Phone 0187 784693
During your stay in Lunigiana region you can visiting the "Stele Museum" and the "Piagnaro Castle" in Pontremoli. The Piagnaro castle dominates the town from its hill near the main piazza. It was built to control access to several important passes over the Apennines, and now it controls the icons of Lunigiana - the stele statues. To reach the castle you must climb up, true, but it's through the evocative Piagnaro neighborhood, the original center of Pontremoli. This jumble of stone buildings and narrow lanes suggests a photo at every turn. It doesn't matter which lane you take, just go up already - the views from the castle will make the climb worthwhile. Most of the castle is now the Museum of the Stele Statues. Stele are the indigenous stone statues of Lunigiana- the oldest date back 5,000 years and are evidence of a prehistoric people who fashioned the hard local sandstone into mysterious warriors and figures with feminine traits. The characteristic arched-top sculptures, carved with rough facial features, are the symbol of Lunigiana. No one knows whether the meanings of the stele were religious or territorial or social or all of the above. The Museum intrigues the visitor with the origin question, factually and visually, and adds cultural ambiance to this rocky inheritance. It's a fascinating visit, and English speakers will benefit from renting the audio guide.
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Comune di Pontremoli Museo delle Statue Stele
During your stay in Lunigiana region you can visiting the "Stele Museum" and the "Piagnaro Castle" in Pontremoli. The Piagnaro castle dominates the town from its hill near the main piazza. It was built to control access to several important passes over the Apennines, and now it controls the icons of Lunigiana - the stele statues. To reach the castle you must climb up, true, but it's through the evocative Piagnaro neighborhood, the original center of Pontremoli. This jumble of stone buildings and narrow lanes suggests a photo at every turn. It doesn't matter which lane you take, just go up already - the views from the castle will make the climb worthwhile. Most of the castle is now the Museum of the Stele Statues. Stele are the indigenous stone statues of Lunigiana- the oldest date back 5,000 years and are evidence of a prehistoric people who fashioned the hard local sandstone into mysterious warriors and figures with feminine traits. The characteristic arched-top sculptures, carved with rough facial features, are the symbol of Lunigiana. No one knows whether the meanings of the stele were religious or territorial or social or all of the above. The Museum intrigues the visitor with the origin question, factually and visually, and adds cultural ambiance to this rocky inheritance. It's a fascinating visit, and English speakers will benefit from renting the audio guide.
St. Giorgio Castle was built in the XVII Century on the hill where the first settlement of La Spezia was born. Today the restored castle houses the Archaeological Museum "U. Formentini", which collect documentation about surrounding area from the Prehistory to Medieval Age. It features also some statue stelae of Lunigiana (dating back IV millennium b.C).
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Castello di San Giorgio
SN Via XXVII MarzoSt. Giorgio Castle was built in the XVII Century on the hill where the first settlement of La Spezia was born. Today the restored castle houses the Archaeological Museum "U. Formentini", which collect documentation about surrounding area from the Prehistory to Medieval Age. It features also some statue stelae of Lunigiana (dating back IV millennium b.C).
Near La Spezia you can find the charming bay of Lerici with its Genoese castle (thirthteenth-sixteenth century) which was an extension of an earlier medieval castle. In the castle you can visit a very old chapel dedicated to Sant'Anastasia (1250). Lerici castle houses also the Museum of Geopalaeontology, which was set after the discovery of prehistoric remains in the area.
The Lerici Castle Museum of Geopalaeontology is closed on Monday.
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Castello di Lerici
Near La Spezia you can find the charming bay of Lerici with its Genoese castle (thirthteenth-sixteenth century) which was an extension of an earlier medieval castle. In the castle you can visit a very old chapel dedicated to Sant'Anastasia (1250). Lerici castle houses also the Museum of Geopalaeontology, which was set after the discovery of prehistoric remains in the area.
The Lerici Castle Museum of Geopalaeontology is closed on Monday.
Ethnographical Museum of Lunigiana.
The museum is situated in an old mill on the river Bagnone.
It houses traditional historic objects of everyday family and
rural life and artisan trades of Lunigiana.
Museo Etnografico della Lunigiana
Ethnographical Museum of Lunigiana.
The museum is situated in an old mill on the river Bagnone.
It houses traditional historic objects of everyday family and
rural life and artisan trades of Lunigiana.
The Natural History Museum of Lunigiana.
The museum is set in the halls of the Brunella fortress features three parts, and re-enact the natural environments of the area: the physical apsects and the habitats of the rivers and lakes.
Museo di Storia Naturale della Lunigiana
4 Via BrunellaThe Natural History Museum of Lunigiana.
The museum is set in the halls of the Brunella fortress features three parts, and re-enact the natural environments of the area: the physical apsects and the habitats of the rivers and lakes.
Parks & Nature
In Fosdinovo (about 30 min by car) you can have a great time climbing from tree to tree. There is a purpose built Mountain Bike Course and a Bungee Trampoline, there are 6 aerial obstacle courses with different levels ranging from children’s courses to extreme adults.
There are more than 50 different obstacles and 200 meters of zip-wires, totally surrounded by nature.
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Parco Avventura Fosdinovo
Via CuccoIn Fosdinovo (about 30 min by car) you can have a great time climbing from tree to tree. There is a purpose built Mountain Bike Course and a Bungee Trampoline, there are 6 aerial obstacle courses with different levels ranging from children’s courses to extreme adults.
There are more than 50 different obstacles and 200 meters of zip-wires, totally surrounded by nature.
A National Park between Europe and the Mediterranean Sea.
Between Cisa and Forbici Passes, the forest ridges separating Tuscany from Emilia give way to a real mountain environment. The summits of Alpe di Succiso, Mt. Prado, and Mt. Cusna go beyond the 2,000 meters, the forests give way to rocks, lakes, and high-mountain grasslands. At lower altitudes, on the slope of Emilia, the unmistakable silhouette of Pietra di Bismantova dominates the landscape with its vertical walls. Appennino Tosco Emiliano National Park boasts an extraordinary environmental richness, from grasslands to blueberry moorlands to the steepest summits; and again lakes, waterfalls, stretches of water, rocky walls falling sheer above the streams; animals like the wolf, the mouflon, the roe deer, the golden eagle and botanical rare species transforming whole areas into real natural botanic gardens. The tourist value of this natural area is also given by quality products and services, excellent facilities for sports activities and relax, ideal for your holidays... up to 2,000 meters.
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토스카나-에밀리아노 아페닌의 MAB 보호구
31A Via Val D'enzaA National Park between Europe and the Mediterranean Sea.
Between Cisa and Forbici Passes, the forest ridges separating Tuscany from Emilia give way to a real mountain environment. The summits of Alpe di Succiso, Mt. Prado, and Mt. Cusna go beyond the 2,000 meters, the forests give way to rocks, lakes, and high-mountain grasslands. At lower altitudes, on the slope of Emilia, the unmistakable silhouette of Pietra di Bismantova dominates the landscape with its vertical walls. Appennino Tosco Emiliano National Park boasts an extraordinary environmental richness, from grasslands to blueberry moorlands to the steepest summits; and again lakes, waterfalls, stretches of water, rocky walls falling sheer above the streams; animals like the wolf, the mouflon, the roe deer, the golden eagle and botanical rare species transforming whole areas into real natural botanic gardens. The tourist value of this natural area is also given by quality products and services, excellent facilities for sports activities and relax, ideal for your holidays... up to 2,000 meters.
If you want to experience an unforgettable adventure, come to Equi Terme, an incredible setting – making you feel like an explorer in a supernatural environment, heading down towards the bowels of the earth. Spectacular stalactites and stalagmites, along with a host of weird and wonderful formations make the Equi Terme caves a unique natural paradise, surprising for their natural beauty. It is a gift from nature, with underground lakes, and labyrinthine galleries – all sculpted by water and moisture over thousands of years. Many of these caves have remained hidden from human eyes for centuries. Anyone can explore this natural heritage. The caves also feature the Tecchia (the Prehistoric rock shelter) and the Giant's kettle spectacular stalactites and stalagmites, also available guided tour.
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에퀴 테르메 동굴
46 Via BucaIf you want to experience an unforgettable adventure, come to Equi Terme, an incredible setting – making you feel like an explorer in a supernatural environment, heading down towards the bowels of the earth. Spectacular stalactites and stalagmites, along with a host of weird and wonderful formations make the Equi Terme caves a unique natural paradise, surprising for their natural beauty. It is a gift from nature, with underground lakes, and labyrinthine galleries – all sculpted by water and moisture over thousands of years. Many of these caves have remained hidden from human eyes for centuries. Anyone can explore this natural heritage. The caves also feature the Tecchia (the Prehistoric rock shelter) and the Giant's kettle spectacular stalactites and stalagmites, also available guided tour.
Shopping
Just 40 minutes south of Olivola is the elegant beachside resorts located along the northern Tuscany coast between the Marina di Massa and Marina di Pietrasanta, in an area known as Versilia. The beautiful sandy beaches in this area are characterized by clean water, interesting villages, and a background of the spectacular Apuan Alps. Forte dei Marmi was one of the first beach resorts in Italy, begun at the turn of the century, and it became instantly popular with royalty and the rich “beautiful people.” In the town of Marina di Pietrasanta (Tonfano), on Saturdays, a large outdoor market flourishes until 1 p.m. in the afternoon. This market is famous for its deals in designer clothing and accessories, and has become a destination for the most discerning fashionista and the bargain hunter.
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Marina di Pietrasanta
Just 40 minutes south of Olivola is the elegant beachside resorts located along the northern Tuscany coast between the Marina di Massa and Marina di Pietrasanta, in an area known as Versilia. The beautiful sandy beaches in this area are characterized by clean water, interesting villages, and a background of the spectacular Apuan Alps. Forte dei Marmi was one of the first beach resorts in Italy, begun at the turn of the century, and it became instantly popular with royalty and the rich “beautiful people.” In the town of Marina di Pietrasanta (Tonfano), on Saturdays, a large outdoor market flourishes until 1 p.m. in the afternoon. This market is famous for its deals in designer clothing and accessories, and has become a destination for the most discerning fashionista and the bargain hunter.