Maremma
Maremma, along southwest of Florence and Chianti, is an area of long sandy beaches pine woods, cultivated fields and reclaimed marshland. Venture into the inlands and you'll see breathtakingly beautiful hill towns of Sovana, Sorano and Pitigiliano each extraordinarily rich with Etruscan remains. Toward the North is Maremma's capital city Grosseto, a beautiful restored 16th-century walled town, greatly enhanced by the patronage of the Medici family. Il Poggetto is a must visit to enjoy both a lively seaside holiday and a quiet retreat on the hills. From here, you can visit some truly amazing historical towns and Roman thermal sites.
Holidays in working farms, or agriturismo as it is known, are becoming increasingly popular with the visitors to the Tuscan region and especially in Maremma. Visitors to Maremma prefer to stay in working farmhouses to get a slice of the lifestyle and experience first hand the various attractions of the region. Depending on your budget, you can choose from simple, rustic farmhouses to luxury locations created to give you a complete insight into rural Tuscany. You also have the option of staying in vacation villas and apartments in Maremma to explore the region in privacy and comfort and away from the crowds
Things to see in Maremma
- Etruscan ruins: Spend an interesting day exploring the many ruins of the Etruscan civilization that survive in the Maremma, particularly those around Pitigliano, Sorano Roselle, and Sovana.
- Parco Regionale Della Maremma: You can admire the stretch of unspoiled coastline. The main visitor centre here is in Alberese where there are around 11 walking trails, varying from 2.5 km to 12 km. Depending on the trail you choose, you can spot wild boar, deer, foxes and hawks. The Centro Turismo Equestre II Rialto, to the north of the visitor centre offers guided canoe outings and horse riding trips
- Beaches in Maremma: The Maremma has a spectacular coastline with some of the cleanest waters in Italy. Worth discovering are the beaches in the Maremma Nature Park, the towns of Marina di Grosseto and Castiglione della Pescaia. Other noted beach areas are Punt'Ala, Talamone and Monte Argentario.
Dining options in Maremma
For simple home cooked food, head for an Osteria. Here you can savour the revered traditional recipes of Maremma and other parts of Tuscany, cooked with local fresh seasonal produce. Trattorias also serve home cooked food but the settings are somewhat more elegant. Also on the menu is "piatti di giorno" or the specials of the day. Pizzerias serve pizzas often cooked in traditional wooden ovens and offer a range of first course, "primi piatti", pasta dishes. For finer dining options, you can try out the various restaurants serving authentic Maremma fares, in elegant settings.
Nightlife and Entertainment in Maremma
Spend a relaxing day on the beaches in Maremma and in the evenings watch the sun set in the distance leaving its final imprints in the water. For pubs and bars, you can head to Punta Ala, where you can experience the atmosphere of the most in yacht club on the entire Tyrrhenian coast. The other happening places are located along the coast that extends from Marina di Grossseto, Monte Argentario, Punta Ala, and Castiglione della Pescaia.
Golfing in Maremma
If you are a golf enthusiast, look no further than Maremma. Play against the backdrop of the volcanic Monte Amiata or beautiful coastal plains stretching as far as the eye can see.
The golfing options in Maremma are numerous. Enjoy a pleasant game in Argentario Golf Resort & Spa Maremma Golf Club Por unta Ala Golf Course