The scenic area of Lunigiana is a stretch of land that lies across part of Tuscany and Liguria. It extends from the Apennines to where the Magra River meets the sea. This is a magical ancient land, full of castles, medieval towns and villages and mesmerising beauty wherever you turn your head.
Learn all about what life was like here by visiting the museums and libraries that dots across parts of Lunigiana like the town of Pontremoli. A fascinating museum here displays interesting old carved rock statures discovered in the local area that date hundreds of years ago.
Stay in a stunning holiday rental in Fivizzano, close to the picturesque Lunigiana where you can easily tour around all the attractions of the area.
Learn all about what life was like here by visiting the museums and libraries that dots across parts of Lunigiana like the town of Pontremoli. A fascinating museum here displays interesting old carved rock statures discovered in the local area that date hundreds of years ago.
Stay in a stunning holiday rental in Fivizzano, close to the picturesque Lunigiana where you can easily tour around all the attractions of the area.
Savour the delicious cuisine here that’s based on the rich flavours of mushrooms and naturally bred mountain pork and lamb. Taste a freshly baked cheese quiche along with some juicy pork and herb sausages. Stop off in a small wine bar on your travels through this enchanting area and sip a crisp cold glass of white wine after an exhilarating morning of exploration.
The ancient religious pilgrimage path of Via Francignena crosses Lunigiana and would be well worth enjoying a hike along for a few miles. Why not stop off for a tasty picnic lunch on the side of the road when you desire a rest in the shade under a tree.
The ancient religious pilgrimage path of Via Francignena crosses Lunigiana and would be well worth enjoying a hike along for a few miles. Why not stop off for a tasty picnic lunch on the side of the road when you desire a rest in the shade under a tree.
Tuck into a basket of cured meats, local cheeses and perhaps a nice cold slice of flavoursome quiche. Washed down with a cold bottle of water, you’re sure to feel refreshed for the next part of your exciting adventure!
Lunigiana is a peaceful area, off the beaten track where tourists can enjoy undisturbed tranquillity in beautiful surroundings. Read our related article on the castles of Lunigiana and the welcoming town of Casola that thrives here!
Lunigiana is a peaceful area, off the beaten track where tourists can enjoy undisturbed tranquillity in beautiful surroundings. Read our related article on the castles of Lunigiana and the welcoming town of Casola that thrives here!
Photo credits
picture 1: William Domenichini / CC BY-SA 3.0;
picture 3: Tamorlan / CC BY-SA 3.0
picture 1: William Domenichini / CC BY-SA 3.0;
picture 3: Tamorlan / CC BY-SA 3.0
