Lajatico | The Fortress of Pietracassia
The Fortress of Pietracassia represents a formidable example of early medieval architecture, among the first Lombard fortifications built in Tuscany…
The Fortress of Pietracassia represents a formidable example of early medieval architecture, among the first Lombard fortifications built in Tuscany…
Between the Pisan hills and the sea on the coast lies Lake Santa Luce, an artificial reservoir created in the…
The reserve is in the heart of the Metalliferous Hills, covers an area of almost 5,000 hectares and is recognized…
17/09/2026 – 20/09/2026 @ Tutto il giorno – Summer events in the historic centre of Casale Marittimo: at the end of June, the New Year’s Eve Festival, then the Tamburello Park’s tagliata festival. From 2 July, the exhibition “La loro idea d’arte” (Their idea of art), by Michela Parrino and Yuliya Solodka, set up in the former Asilo Cancellieri building, brings together the […]
04/10/2026 @ 7:30 – 13:30 – The traditional running race has been held for 52 years on the first Sunday in October in Castelfranco di Sotto. Free start at 7:30/09:00 a.m. from Orto di San Matteo, via Solferino There are various routes, from the shorter ones of 1.5 – 3 – 6 km that take place in the city streets and […]
23/05/2021 @ Tutto il giorno – The rally race, one of the traditional events of the Tuscan panorama (41st edition) winds through the Upper Cecina Valley area and features a special test course that crosses the municipalities of the Geothermal area: Castelnuovo Val di Cecina (start and finish), Pomarance, Monterotondo Marittimo, and Radicondoli.
07/08/2026 @ 19:45 – 23:45 – The programme of excursions in the Protected Natural Areas of the Val di Cecina offers one surprise after another. From Volterra, a testament to Etruscan, Roman and medieval civilisations, to the numerous villages, fortresses, castles and medieval parish churches, right through to the remains of mining activities, which today are dedicated to salt extraction and […]
06/09/2026 @ Tutto il giorno – The 13th edition of the ‘Festa della Rocca e del suo territorio’ (Fortress and its territory festival) is held at the beginning of September in Ripafratta. Two days to rediscover the territory: guided tours (Rocca, towers, village, fortifications of the Pisa-Lucca border), excursions, rafting, walks, historical archery, outdoor sports, music and flavours. The event kicks […]
10/05/2026 @ 9:00 – 18:00 – The European Parks Day is back on 24th May with a sensory exploration day in the San Rossore Migliarino Massaciuccoli Park and Estates Excursion to the dunes at sunset, bike rides to Bocca di Serchio, guided visits to Coltano and Calambrone, art workshops on Lake Massaciuccoli, tours to see horses and dromedaries in the wild. […]
16/05/2026 – 17/05/2026 @ Tutto il giorno – Castello in Fiore, on 16 and 17 May, is the flower fair that transforms the historic centre of Vicopisano, Orange Flag of the Italian Touring Club and Oil City at national level, into an open-air garden. Events include shows, workshops, seminars, a conference on olive growing at the theatre, presentations of books, aerial dance, show […]
17/05/2026 @ 10:00 – 18:00 – The Mangia… Longa event returns on Sunday, May 17. For 20 years, this walk through flavors and nature—amidst the hills and villages around Pontedera—has featured a route divided into stages with food and wine stops. Registration is open from April 7 to May 10. Program: Departure from the Lo Scoiattolo Equestrian Center in Treggiaia. There […]
07/06/2026 @ Tutto il giorno – One of the most eagerly awaited events for MTB and gravel enthusiasts is back: the Randonnée della Valdera, now in its 15th year. A non-competitive cycling tour in the great outdoors, exploring the local area through its villages, hills and local specialities. When: Sunday 6th June | Start and finish: Circolo Ricreativo Galimberti – Pontedera […]