Territories

Tuscany's territorial diversity is vast and full of treasures. Each region has its own history, arts, traditions and cuisine. The five lands of colorful Cinque Terre, wild Elba island, exlusive Tuscan coast and more attract visitors from all over the world who immediately fall in love with this region. Numerous vineyards, olive groves and orchards burst with life on Italian rolling hills. These picturesque views accurately reflect Tuscany's timeless elegance.

As for tastes and traditions, they are deeply influenced by the different cultures that settled here over time: Ligurians, Umbrians and Sienese. These people made wine for years and it is now noted for its unique and unsurpassed taste worldwide. You have an opportunity to discover the regions of Tuscany through its landscapes, ancient villages and also wines and cheeses.

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Chianti

The Tuscany region is located in central Italy and is known for its landscapes, medieval towns, history, and its wine. The Chianti hillside produces some of the most famous wines in the world and is very popular to tourists.On the Chianti hills, the season of spring is the most colorful. The countryside flourishes and gives all its beauty: the fields are covered with yellow sunflowers, the vineyards are adorned with tender green leaves and the sky is clear and bright. In summer, Chianti is a very popular destination among those who want to relax and find milder temperatures.Autumn is one of ...

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Lunigiana

Lunigiana is a small but not-so-discovered region of Northern Tuscany. It offers lots in the way of history, art and adventure. Located in the Italian peninsula, Lunigiana borders the provinces of Massa Carrara, Tuscany, and La Spezia, Liguria. Its borders derive from the ancient Roman settlement, later the medieval diocese of Luni, which no longer exists.The history of this area begins with the challenge between the two local powers, Luni and Sarzana. After a long struggle for power and influence, which ended in the Sarzanese defeat on February 27th, 828, the area was annexed to the duchy of ...

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Garfagnana

The Garfagnana is the largest valley of the northern Apennines and is located in the province of Lucca, Tuscany. The land includes Serchio Valley, hills and mountains. Here you will find medieval villages, castles and a rich culture to explore.Originally inhabited by Etruscans and Celts, it was invaded by Lombards in the 6th century. After the fall of the Lombard Kingdom, it came under the control of the Franks and then became part of the Duchy of Lucca. Later, Garfagnana was incorporated by Florence in the 1400s.The Garfagnana is rugged and mountainous, covering an area of about 1000 sq. km. ...

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Mugello

Mugello, a small, hilly area in Tuscany, is famous for its incredible landscape and old medieval villages. It is located to the north of Florence and includes the northernmost part of the Tuscan-Emilian Apennines. The Mugello valley is one of the most beautiful valleys, with a wealth of history and culture that can be discovered by following its roads. The valley has been inhabited since ancient times by Etruscans. They called their occupancy "musell" or "musella" which translates to "wall," "fortification," or closed area, as it is very secluded and ...

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Val d’Orcia

The Val d'Orcia offers a stunning landscape full of colors. Characterized by soft, clay-like hills covered with little woods and vast plains cultivated with grains and vineyards, it is one of the most significant examples of a self-sufficient economy expressed through cultivation. Val d'Orcia was added to the UNESCO World Heritage List in 2004.Pienza is an open-air museum and is one of the best-preserved Renaissance towns in Tuscany. It is a wonderful example of 15th century urban design. Its landscape has been depicted in works of art from Renaissance painting to modern photography. Pienza ...

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Eastern Tuscany

Eastern Tuscany is an area of Italy that many people don't know about. Stretching through the hills and vineyards, this is a lesser-known region that's every bit as wonderful as other parts of Tuscany but without the crowds.The nature of Eastern Tuscany is still very wild and unspoiled, with dense Mediterranean vegetation and an abundance of wildlife. The landscape is characterized by hills, water springs and low mountains, where olive groves and vineyards prevail, as well as orchards and fields of sunflowers. Some mountainous areas range from the Apuan Alps to the Tuscan-Emilian Apennines. ...

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Tuscan Coast

The Tuscan coast is a great place to visit if you want a warm and sunny vacation. It is an ideal destination for a family-friendly holiday, with its long stretches of golden sandy beaches, clear blue waters and dramatic rocky headlands.The Tuscan coast stretches from Liguria in the north to Lazio in the south, all along the Tyrrhenian Sea. There is a wide range of landscapes: rocky coasts, sandy beaches, lowlands and hills. The Tuscan coast is noted for medieval villages surrounded by ancient walls, castles and fortresses. Its principal towns are Viareggio and Forte dei Marmi, but there ...

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Maremma

Visiting the Maremma region means taking a getaway trip to the wild side of Tuscany. Located in the southwest corner of Tuscany, Maremma is a rugged land of mountains and hills, forests and small hamlets on the slopes. The immense stretch of coast offers beaches with golden sands, crystal clear waters and dunes with Mediterranean vegetation. The entire Maremma region is an agricultural area where the Etruscans and later the Romans developed a great civilization. The name derives from the ancient Etruscan Maremma (marshes), which referred to an area that included much of Lazio's coastal ...

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Elba

Elba is an island in Tuscany, Italy, 10 miles from the coastal town of Piombino. It is divided into eight municipalities, with a total population of about 30,000 inhabitants. The municipalities are Portoferraio (which is also the island's principal town), Campo nell'Elba, Capoliveri, Marciana, Marciana Marina, Porto Azzurro, Rio Marina and Rio nell'Elba. They offer tourists many attractions such as monuments, archaeological sites of Etruscan origins, Renaissance villas and churches.Elba is the largest remaining stretch of land from the ancient tract that once connected the Italian peninsula to ...

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Cinque Terre

Cinque Terre is a national park and UNESCO World Heritage site located on the rugged Ligurian coast. The name Cinque Terre literally translates to "Five Lands." It is known for its 5 villages: Monterosso al Mare, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola and Riomaggiore.  Each town offers its own unique charm and atmosphere.The main town is Monterosso al Mare split into two halves: the old town and the new town. The old town is the part of Monterosso al Mare where you can find all the historical buildings, churches and important locations. The new town is much more modern with lots of shops a ...