Tuscany

Population: approx. 3.7 million
Area Tuscany: 22,994 km²
Province: Florence (regional capital), Arezzo, Grosseto, Livorno, Lucca, Massa Carrara, Pisa, Pistoia, Prato and Siena.
Main rivers: Arno (in the north) and the Ombrone (in the south).
Location: Central Italy

The Tuscany region

The region of Tuscany, formerly known as Tuszien, Tuscien, Tuskien, borders in the north with Liguria and Emilia-Romagna, in the east with the Marche and Umbria and in the south with Lazio. This popular region is located in central Italy and stretches from the Apennines to the Tyrrhenian Sea.

Tuscany is particularly known for its hilly landscape, characterized by the many pines, columnar cypresses, olive trees and grapevines.

An absolute highlight for nature lovers is the large nature reserve in the south and the Parco dell’Uccellina. Here you find exceptionally rare flora and fauna, including the purple heron.

The most popular landscapes of Tuscany include the Maremma in the south and the Chianti region between Florence and Siena. The Versilia coast in the northwest and the Etruscan Riviera stretches from Livorno to Piombino along the Tuscan coast. A very famous coast of north Italy.

The Mountain range of Tuscany

In the north Tuscany is bordered by the Apennines, whose mountain ranges the Apuan Alps and the Appennino Tosco-Emiliano reach a height of over 2000 meters. Other landscapes are the area of ​​Monte Amiata, the Mugello, the Chiana Valley (Val di Chiana), the Lunigiana and Garfagnana, the Elsa Valley (Val d’Elsa) and Val d’Orcia (Orcia Valley). The Montagnola Senese and the Crete Senesi as well as the Colline Metallifere and the Casentino.

Faces of landscape of Tuscany

In this region nature shows many faces. Starting from the coast with its long sandy beaches like those of Versilia, its cliffs and steep promontories. The magnificent Gulf of Baratti is ideal for lovers of nature and the sea it also is a popular destination also for diving vacationers. You are interested in history and culture? Picturesque medieval towns such as Populonia, Campiglia Marittima, Bolgheri and Castagneto Carducci, with their castle walls and fortifications are an unmissable attraction.

Visit the beautiful areas from the ancient Etruscan period such as “Monte Calvi”, where you can still see furnace remains from ore mining and its processing. Also an interesting attraction is the Necropolis Populonia, the only Etruscan city that was founded as a maritime trading and ore producing city. The metal was farmed on the nearby Island of Elba. In addition, the archaeological sites of Vetulonia and Petugliano with tombs from the Etruscan period. Roman ruins can be found in Roselle and Cosa

Florence – Pisa – Siena

Florence is an absolute must for every vacationer in Tuscany. The cathedral, the offices, the famous Ponte Vecchio bridge and the many Renaissance palaces and museums are only a few of the many reasons to visit Florence. Other cultural and interesting cities of Tuscany should also be on the travel list. Pisa with the famous Leaning Tower, Siena with the annual Palio and San Gimignano, which was built by medieval architects and today a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

On a tour of Tuscany you will experience the region with all its beauties and highlights. You can decide for yourself whether you want to reside in an agriturism, a country house, a city hotel or a holiday home. Culture, wellness, relaxation or bathing holidays on the beautiful beaches can be experienced on the Etruscan Riviera or the old Tuscan landscape of Maremma, everyone can find something that suits their own tastes.

Wellness and relax in Tuscany

Wellness and relaxation holidays are not neglected here, because the beautiful and popular Caldana thermal baths and the natural Lake Calidario take care of that. Also recommended are the incomparable Tuscan islands with the third largest island in Italy Elba and the smaller islands Giglio, Capraia, Pianosa, Montecristo, Giannutri and Gorgona, these are a group of islands that are covered with lush Mediterranean vegetation in the midst of crystal clear blue waters with a species-rich seabed.

The fascinating region of Tuscany is one of the most harmonious landscapes there is. A region that has remained largely untouched. It offers an extraordinary variety of colors and nuances. From the world famous Chianti area, where the famous wine is made, to the Val d’Arbia, Val d’Orcia and Val di Merce. Suggestive and fascinating areas around Siena, which with the medieval streets has preserved the atmosphere of the past. But Tuscany is also a synonym for culture and creativity, which is evident in its status as the birthplace of the Renaissance and great artists such as Dante, Michelangelo and Leonardo da Vinci.

Tourism has been one of the main sources of income for the inhabitants of Tuscany for centuries. The romantic coastal landscapes, the wonderful nature reserves, the ancient cultural heritage and the mild climate make the Italian region a destination for sophisticated and exclusive holidaymakers.

Tuscany with varied landscapes, olive groves of Chianti and Florence with its most famous works of Renaissance in the world. Experience with us the land of the Etruscans with their many high points! 

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