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. 

It used to be Etruscans` territory

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 plain. People raised cattle, sheep and horses here. In fact, the Maremma horse is one of two breeds used as war horses by ancient Romans. It has also been a wine-producing region with its own unique wines.

The land of breathtaking lakes

The Maremma is home to many admirable lakes, as well as rivers and streams. Most of them are nature reserves and parks where you can enjoy a relaxing day in the sun and go swimming or fishing among the many fish such as carp and mullet. Among inland lakes that offer unique and unforgettable views are Lake Burano, considered one of the cleanest in Europe, Lake Chiusi della Verna, famous for its fish and wildlife, and Lake Montepescali, where you can go bird-watching. 

Long sandy beaches, ever-changing scenery and pine forests

Maremma has a coast on the Tyrrhenian Sea and on Orbetello Lagoon. Valle dell'Ombrone forms a wide valley that extends from Monte Amiata through Grosseto. There are various types of beaches along this stretch of coast: sandy areas, small bays with pebbles or rocks and long stretches that alternate with areas rich in vegetation. The latter can be found in the south-eastern part of Tuscany, where you can discover long beaches with expanses of fine sand and dunes, such as Marina di Bibbona, Marina di Cecina and Marina di Castagneto Carducci.