Discovering Manchester of Tuscany Pescia, which is not only the city of flowers but is also known as the Manchester of Tuscany thanks to the spinning mills, tanneries, paper mills and other factories that have written the history over the centuries, still retains its quiet charm. Of medieval origins, in the 13th century the city [...]
Pietrabuona, Vellano, Sorana, Medicina, Fibbialla, Aramo, Castelvecchio, San Quirico, Stiappa and Pontito are the names of the villages that constitute Svizzera pesciatina in Valleriana. We owe the name of Svizzera Pesciatina, which is how the hills surrounding Pescia are known, to Sismondi, an eclectic writer of early 1800. It seems that one day, walking along [...]
From Pietrabuona you can easily reach the cities of Florence, Pisa, Lucca and Pistoia by train You can choose, if you prefer, routes which are less known to tourists and more connected with the spirit and local people about which we would be happy to give advice. A vacation at the Farm, is not only [...]
In Tuscany there are wonderful sources of all types of water. There are hot springs everywhere each with their own regenerating and beneficial characteristics for therapies and therapy treatments as well as for beauty and relaxation. Not only Nature and cities of art: here you can have a real experience dedicated to the wellness and [...]
Versilia: not only the sea but also so many opportunities for recreation, study and culture in one of the most respected and best-loved Tuscan coasts of the region Versilia is the geographic region between the mountain range of the Alps and the Riviera, a popular bathing area on the Ligure Sea, just 60 km away. [...]
Opened in spring 2012, the Nordic Walking Park at Pietrabuona features seven trials inside the Fattoria di Pietrabuona, all on the hill of Zano. The total length is about 6 km. The existing mountain trails have been reorganised into different routes consisting of different levels of difficulty. The corresponding sign posting and direction were all [...]
Very similar to golf game with the same rules and terms: tee, hole, putt, par, but instead of the ball and the clubs will endeavor or frisbee discs that are different according to the type of pitch that you want to do. Tuscany Disc Golf course from Fattoria di Pietrabuona, first path of disc golf [...]
Geocaching is an outdoor activity, it is the changing technology of the treasure hunt. You practice in part on the web and partly outdoors. Geocaching is a cultural outdoor activity with several million users around the world. It’s about finding out spots of historical and artistic interest using the geographical coordinates on your GPS. How [...]