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Castiglione della Pescaia ☀️ a town in Tuscany with enchanting beaches
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Castiglione della Pescaia: a place with enchanting beaches
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- Castiglione della Pescaia, historical notes
- What to see in Castiglione della Pescaia
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Castiglione della Pescaia, historical notes
Castiglione della Pescaia lies between blue sea and green hills. This well-known seaside resort is deservedly popular. It can claim beautiful beaches with all the comforts and thick pine forests that reach Marina di Grosseto with the magnificent Pineta del Tombolo. For years it has held the record for the greatest number of visitors in all the Maremma. This is possible thanks to the substantial number of high-quality accommodation facilities and port infrastructures as well as to the beauty of the town. The walled Medieval town, complete with towers, gates and a castle of the 15th century, is perched on an outcropping of Monte Petriccio. Originally, to the east of the town, there was the antique Lake Prile, an Etruscan possession before it became the Roman Portus Traianus.
Over time, the lake began to dry up and was replaced by a vast marsh land which was reclaimed as part of the work promoted by the Grand duke Leopold. The nature reserve of the Diaccia Botrona is what remains of that area today. It is considered one of the most significant wetlands in Italy with a rare ecosystem of international importance. The town is an ancient fishing village, as its name, Pescaia would indicate. Pleasure boats of all kind dock in the picturesque port canal and every evening the fishing boats return with their wriggling catch. The vast expanse of surrounding vegetation offers refuge to a large and spectacular bird community living in harmony amid a diversified flora. Within the area it is possible to walk, bike or ride along paved roads or pathways that penetrate the scrub amid pine-needles and moss.
Castiglione della Pescaia is also renowned for its excellent cuisine, offering a wide range of traditional dishes based on fresh fish, caught daily by local fishermen. The village is characterized by narrow cobblestone streets, artisan shops, and typical restaurants that offer an authentic culinary experience. Additionally, during the summer, the town comes alive with cultural events and festivals that celebrate local tradition and history, attracting visitors from around the world. Castiglione della Pescaia also offers numerous activities for sports and nature enthusiasts, with trekking and mountain biking trails that cross the picturesque Tuscan landscape.
What to see in Castiglione della Pescaia
The sea is uncontaminated and the long beaches of fine, white sand, stretch to the edge of the pine forest. A tourist can easily find everything he wants for sailing, windsurfing and other seaside amusements and just as easily find secluded beaches for contemplating nature, far from the lively and popular bathing establishments. There are many fascinating spots around Castiglione della Pescaia that deserve a visit. Vetulonia is one of the most important Etruscan cities where it is possible to visit the necropolis and the archeological museum.
The town of Tirli makes it easy to see what life was like in the Maremma of the past. It is famous for its simple and genuine cooking. The ancient town of Buriano offers a Medieval castle and a spectacular view over the Maremma. And finally, about 15 km from Castiglione della Pescaia is Punta Ala. This tourist resort is famous for well-appointed bathing establishments, excellent hotels and especially for its modern and fully equipped port, considered one of the best in the Mediterranean.
The historic center of Castiglione della Pescaia offers many attractions to discover. Walking through its streets, you can admire the ancient walls and the castle that dominates the village. The churches, such as the Church of San Giovanni Battista and the Church of Santa Maria del Giglio, are rich in history and art. The Isidoro Falchi Civic Archaeological Museum in Vetulonia exhibits Etruscan and Roman artifacts of great interest, testifying to the historical importance of this region. For nature lovers, the nature reserves and parks in the area offer numerous opportunities for observing local fauna and flora.
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