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The Maremma<\/strong> is a vast historical area of Tuscany, a charming territory with a pleasant and welcoming atmosphere. Much of the region runs along the Tuscan coast for almost 100 km, mainly on the province of Grosseto (where it is called Maremma Grossetane or Maremma Senese), it also extends further north towards Pisa up to the Val di Cecina and on the west of the Metalliferous Hills (Alta Maremma), and southward in Lazio to the Monti della Tolfa (Maremma Laziale).<\/p>\n

Its coast is characterized mainly by sandy beaches, pine forests, some rocky areas and coves, some of which are real little natural paradises, with a few islands.
They are often equipped with tourist infrastructures and in particular dive sites.
Its lands hide medieval villages and castles that are dotted with beautiful agricultural land, between olive groves and vineyards that give rise to a rich production of olives and wine, as well as grasslands dedicated to extensive livestock farming, where cows and horses have long been an integral part of the local culture.
You can discover its land through hiking trails, on foot, by mountain bike or horseback.<\/p>\n

Tourist map of the Maremma<\/h2>\n
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Magliano in Toscana<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n

The coast from north to south<\/h2>\n

Follonica<\/h3>\n

Follonica<\/strong> is a small, modern and popular resort with its beautiful sandy beach, located on the homonymous gulf, between the promontory of Piombino and Punta Ala, facing the Elba Island, close to beautiful sites in the area such as Populonia, Baratti, Cala Violina and Punta Ala.
South of Follonica, the bay has a large sandy beach at the foot of the beautiful pine forest. While to the north the Carbonifera beach is a sandy beach and dunes on the coastal park of Sterpaia, bordered by a pine forest.
Its name is related to fulloni<\/em>, the ancient iron smelting furnaces, as the region has been a source of ore since antiquity. There is still a modern steel plant. This cultural and historical aspect is the object of MAGMA, Museum of Art of the Cast of the Maremma installed in a former foundry.<\/p>\n

Punta Ala and Cala Violina<\/h3>\n

Between Follonica and Marina di Grosseto, located at the homonymous cape, Punta Ala<\/strong> is a modern village built on a promontory, one of the most beautiful places on the Tuscan coast. It has palaces, villas for rent and 5-star hotels, with a marina, close to wild coves and beautiful beaches.
In the municipality of Scarlino, there is the most spectacular beach of the Maremma, the Cala Violina<\/strong>, between Follonica and Punta Ala.<\/p>\n

Castiglione della Pescaia (overview)<\/h3>\n

Castiglione della Pescaia<\/strong> is one of the most beautiful Tuscan villages, a medieval town built on a hill along the coast, between long sandy beaches and pine forests. From its castle the view leads to the islands of the archipelago, and the singular bell tower of its church crowns the old center protected by an old enclosure.
It is still a fishing village, with its canal port. Nearby the Diaccia Botrona Nature Reserve<\/strong> is one of the largest wetlands in Italy, important refuge for migrants.
\u2192 Read also the page about Castiglione della Pescaia<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n

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Natural Park of Maremma (overview)<\/h3>\n

The Natural Park of Maremma<\/strong>, also called Parco dell’Uccellina, extends over 25 km of coastline and up to 3.5 km inland. It is a protected nature reserve whose nature is almost intact with a flat part and especially hills that descend towards the sea ending in cliffs, coves, and a pretty beach. Buildings and remains emerge from the reliefs, including watchtowers and an abandoned abbey. To enter the park, you must purchase a ticket (employees constantly check passes), allowing if desired to reach the beach directly by minibus.
\u2192 Read also the page about Natural park of Maremma<\/a><\/p>\n

Talamone (overview)<\/h3>\n

At the southern end of the Natural Park of Maremma, Talamone<\/strong> is a small village perched on a promontory overlooking the gulf, also a tourist resort with its equipped beaches and its small port.
It is protected by medieval ramparts and its fortress that dominates the sea from where the view is very beautiful and leads to Mount Argentario until the island of Giglio.
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Rocca di Talamone<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n

Orbetello and lagoon (overview)<\/h3>\n

Orbetello<\/strong> is located in a particular location, on a protected lagoon closed on two sides by two tongues of land and to the west by Monte Argentario. These two isthmus have two large beaches of paradise sand: the Giannella and the Feniglia, including a beautiful nature reserve for the second.
The historic center of Orbetello is charming with Spanish walls, gates or cathedral.
\u2192 Read also the page on Orbetello and the Lagoon<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n

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Orbetello Lagoon<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n

Monte Argentario (overview)<\/h3>\n

The Monte Argentario<\/strong> is a beautiful peninsula located south of the Tuscan coast facing the lagoon of Orbetello. This mountain attracts visitors for its beautiful steep coast, its marine environment, its mild climate, the small coves, the village of Porto Ercole, the nearby lagoon and the trails through its relief. From its main locality Porto San Stefano you can reach the pretty island of Giglio.
\u2192 Read also the page about Mount Argentario<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n

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Coast of Argentario<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n

Ansedonia and Cosa (overview)<\/h3>\n

Ansedonia<\/strong> is a seaside resort located near the lagoon of Orbetello, with its two sandy beaches on either side of a mountain dominated by the remains of the Etruscan Roman city of Cosa<\/strong>. From the latter, there are still some beautiful remains such as polygonal walls and, near the ancient port, the Roman hydraulic works of the Tagliata Etrusca and the Spaco della Regina.
\u2192 Read also the page about Ansedonia<\/a><\/p>\n

Capalbio<\/h3>\n

On a hill in the Maremma, Capalbio<\/strong> is a beautiful typical village of the region, whose origins date back to the Middle Ages. In the nineteenth century, banditry proliferated in the Maremma, and Tiburzi, the most famous brigand of the region was often on the run in Capalbio.
The village has retained its medieval structure with an old enclosure, and you can follow the old path and enjoy the view of the countryside. Near the Palazzo Collacchioni and the Rocca Aldobrandesca, the ancient church of San Nicola is a mix of Romanesque, Gothic and Renaissance styles, as well as beautiful Renaissance frescoes.<\/p>\n

Tarot Garden<\/h3>\n

Not far from Orbetello, at the foot of the village of Capalbio, the Tarot Garden<\/strong> (Il Giardino dei Tarocchi<\/em> in Italian) is an extravagant place full of imagination. It is a creation of the Franco-American artist Niki de Saint Phalle inspired by Gaudi\u2019s Park G\u00fcell in Barcelona and the Park of the Monsters in Bomarzo, to create here a special artistic park. Thus, from the Mediterranean maquis, sculptures stand out that represent the Major Arcana of the Tarot, to be discovered following an esoteric and extravagant path. These colourful sculptures are covered with ceramics, Murano glass and mirrored mosaics.<\/p>\n

Inland from North to South<\/h2>\n

Massa Marittima (overview)<\/h3>\n

Massa Marittima<\/strong> is a beautiful little town in the heart of Maremma, unknown despite its heritage, located in the province of Grosseto, 20 minutes from the coast of Follonica, in the Metalliferous Hills<\/a> of which it is the main urban centre.
It preserves a beautiful medieval center, including a beautiful Romanesque cathedral on a superb harmonious square with its palaces, ancient walls and an interesting museum.
\u2192 Read also the page about Massa Marittima<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n

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Piazza Garibaldi in Massa Marittima<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n

Vetulonia<\/h3>\n

Vetulonia<\/strong> was one of the most important Etruscan cities, whose activities were mainly related to the sea. Near the village, you can visit the archaeological site, with the necropolis and the archaeological museum.
In the vicinity, Buriano<\/strong> is an old medieval village from which you have beautiful views of the plain of the Maremma.
During the Etruscans time, the Prile lake<\/strong> extended from the foot of Vetulonia to the coast. The city had a port and even struck its own currency in the 3rd century BC, mainly trading with the Middle East and Greece. His region was also a source of metals. The north imported amber and gold were also worked there thanks to its talented goldsmiths, and also bronze for producing weapons, trainsets, utensils, funerary objects, etc.
The princes and warlords of Vetulonia were buried in curious circular tombs, where many artifacts were found. The remains of the ancient city include a Hellenistic district (Poggiarello Renzetti) close to the town, with the great street of the decumano, crossing streets, shops and domus.<\/p>\n

Roselle<\/h3>\n

At 8 km north of Grosseto and close to the Etruscan Vetulonia, the ancient city of Roselle<\/strong> occupies a hill with two reliefs. It was an important Etruscan city, became Roman from the end of the 3rd century BC., which was abandoned in the 10th century AD after Saracen plunder that pushed the population to found Grosseto.
On the archaeological site are large sections of the ancient walls of the 6th century th 2nd BC., including portions of cyclopean walls up to 5 meters high. From the Roman city there are remains of the forum, the cardo maximus, a small amphitheatre, baths, an imperial basilica, or domus. Recent excavations have revealed homes and workshops from the 7th and 6th BC.<\/p>\n

Grosseto<\/h3>\n

Main town of the Maremma, Grosseto<\/strong> is little touristic, although its historic center is not without charms, with its old walls, the main square, the cathedral and the porticoes. The current town\u2019s appearance dates back to the 20th century, when its land was developed.
Its foundation dates back to the 10th century, following the destruction of the nearby city of Roselle in 935 by Saracens. It was controlled in the fourteenth century by Siena and then surrendered to the Medici in 1559 after the battle of Montalcino.
The historic center of Grosseto is surrounded by medieval walls and well preserved posterior.
The Cathedral of San Lorenzo, the main building of the city, is a remarkable white and pink marble fa\u00e7ade dating back to the 12th century. It is home to an imposing marble baptismal font by Antonio Ghini.
You can visit the Cassero Senese<\/strong>, one of the four bastions of the enclosure built under the Republic of Siena in the 14th century, with a walk on the ramparts, and not far away the Church and the convent of San Francesco.
The Museum of Archaeology and Art of Maremma<\/strong> is an opportunity to immerse yourself in the local culture, with several collections, of which the sculptural and pictorial art from the fourteenth to the nineteenth century. On the other hand, the Museum of Natural History of the Maremma<\/strong> is dedicated to the geology and environment of the region.<\/p>\n

The coast is dotted with long, beautiful beaches and pine forests, including Principina a Mare<\/strong> one of the closest, and further south the Natural park of Maremma<\/a>, Talamone<\/a> and farther north Castiglione<\/a>, etc.<\/p>\n

Scansano<\/h3>\n

Scansano<\/strong> evokes one of the most famous Tuscan wines with the \u00abMorellino di Scansano\u00bb. It is a charming village built on a rocky ridge in the middle of the Maremma, with a small historic center and beautiful views of the surrounding land.
After a medieval castle built by the Aldobrandeschi, the counts of Santa Fiora developed the town in the 16th century. It also has a Vine and Wine Museum and an Archaeological Museum.
The surrounding hills are dotted with beautiful pastures, vineyards and olive groves, which can be crossed by paths like the one that leads to the Sanctuary of San Giorgio in Montorgiali.
Almost 12 km to the south is the ancient Etruscan habitat of Ghiaccioforte.<\/p>\n

Pereta and Montiano<\/h3>\n

Pereta<\/strong> is a pearl in the middle of the hills of the Maremma, built by the Aldobrandeschi between the 10th and 11th centuries as a fortress and advanced control post. Its beautiful 14th century walls surround the town, which is topped by the 29-metre high Clock Tower.<\/p>\n

Montiano<\/strong> is another ancient village of medieval origin.<\/p>\n

Magliano in Toscana<\/h3>\n

Magliano in Toscana<\/strong> is a village in the Maremma region that stands out for its medieval walls, among the best preserved in Tuscany. Its historic centre is charming, dating back to the Aldobrandeschi and Sienese counts, and its restaurants are renowned throughout the region.
The walls are truly the highlight of the show in Magliano, both from a distance and when walking along the carefully laid out path.
Nearby are beautiful tombs of Etruscan necropolises, an Etruscan city, or the Heba settlement.
\u2192 Read also the page on Magliano in Toscana<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n

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Walls of Magliano in Toscana<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n

Montemerano<\/h3>\n

On a hill in the Maremma region, just a few kilometres far from Manciano, Montemerano<\/strong> is a charming medieval village listed as one of the \u00abmost beautiful villages in Italy\u00bb.
Its origin goes back to the fortress of the Aldobrandeschi from the beginning of the 11th century, of which there is still a square tower, currently on the Piazza del Castello. Its 11th-century walls, rebuilt in the 15th century, protect the old stone centre with its narrow streets and small squares. The Pieve di San Lorenzo church is the oldest in the village, converted into a theatre, while the church of San Giorgio was built in the 14th century and then enlarged in the Renaissance and preserves remarkable works of art from the 15th century (polyptych, wooden statue of Saint Peter, Assumption of Mary<\/em> by Vecchietta, frescoes) and in particular the 15th century Madonna della Gattaiola<\/em> whose name is linked to the circular hole in the lower part of the painting, a “gattaiola” being in English a cathole<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Pieve di San Lorenzo and Porta San Giorgio<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Pieve di San Lorenzo<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Manciano<\/h3>\n

Manciano<\/strong> is a medieval village perched in the south of the Maremma, between the plain and the hills, from where the view leads to Amiata Mount, the Monte Argentario and the islands of the archipelago.
The historic center is dominated by the Cassero<\/strong>, imposing fortified palace of the twelfth century, which can be visited, with its tower a superb panorama, and at its feet a pretty square.
The territory and the thermal baths of the surrounding area have probably been frequented since the Etruscans, as evidenced by the Museum of Prehistory and Protohistory of the Valle del Fiore in the Palazzo Nardelli, as well as the sites of Etruscan and Roman remains, including the necropolis of Puntone and that of Poggio Buco.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Saturnia Thermal Baths (overview)<\/h3>\n

Among the thermal baths in Tuscany, the Saturnia hot springs<\/strong> are the most famous, both for the quality of its hot water gushing at 37.5 degrees and for the beauty of the places, including the free-access thermal baths of the Moulin Cascades with its white limestone basins. The place includes a thermal park and a large 5* hotel.
\u2192 Read also the page on Thermal baths of Saturnia<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n

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Tuff Area (overview)<\/h3>\n

The Area del Tufo<\/strong> (Tuff Zone<\/em> in English) is located in the south-east of the Maremma, on the edge of Tuscany. It is a unique area characterized by its tuff promontories whose occupation dates back to the Etruscans. In Pitigliano and Sorano, the latter are crowned by medieval towns, emerging from green and steep valleys.
Around you can discover many Etruscan testimonies, in particular the Vie Cave or Vie Tagliate, paths cut<\/em> in the rocks, and several remarkable Etruscan necropolises.
Sovana is close to an archaeological park with a very nice village center.
\u2192 Read also the page about the Tuff Valley<\/a><\/p>\n

Pitigliano (overview)<\/h3>\n

Pitigliano<\/strong> is one of the most fascinating sites in southern Tuscany, a village with tall tuff houses that crown a rock surrounded by verdant gorges. We appreciate the beauty especially from a distance.
Called \u00abthe little Jerusalem\u00bb because of its ancient Jewish settlement, the historic center has a pretty square with panoramic balconies, the Orsini Palace, churches and all around are discovered beautiful Via Cave, Via Tagliate, impressive passages carved by the Etruscans in the rock walls, reaching up to 20 meters high.
\u2192 Read the page on Pitigliano<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n

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Sovana (overview)<\/h3>\n

Sovana<\/strong> is a very charming village full of old tuff stones, where only 500 people live, but listed among the most beautiful villages of Italy. It is one of the sites in the Area del Tufo, like its neighbour Pitigliano, but with a very different appearance.
The town is formed by a long lane, leading from the Rocca to the Cocathedrale, passing through the charming Piazza Pretorio and its beautiful monuments dating back to the Middle Ages.
Nearby, the Archaeological Park of Sovana<\/strong> is a great discovery, above all for its monumental Etruscan tombs, and also for the paths carved in the rock, the Vie Tagliate.
\u2192 Read also the page about Sovana<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n

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Sorano and Vitozza (overview)<\/h3>\n

Built like Pitigliano on a tuff rock, Sorano<\/strong> impresses with its position emerging from green valleys and for its powerful Orsini fortress. Beyond being a charming village of medieval origin and dating back to the Etruscans, the surroundings are charming for their paths such as those that travel the Via Cave, these paths carved in the rock by the Etruscans. About 5 km from Sorano and 2 km from San Quirico, Vitozza is an important cave site, an old abandoned village that can be reached by beautiful trails.
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Sorano<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n

Where is the Maremma, map<\/h2>\n
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