Volterra and Pisa

from Volterra to Pisa: a piece of Tuscany

Tuscany

discovery Tuscany

TuscanyTuscany extends over the heart of central Italy. Tuscany is especially known for the works of art present in its cities and for the beauty of its landscape, easily accessible by driving along the road. Florence, Siena, Pisa, Lucca, Pistoia, Arezzo, Grosseto, Livorno are the most famous cities, but discover all the little villages around it’s even more exiting: San Gimignano, Pienza, Montalcino, Montepulciano, Cortona  and Volterra for example, are true, perfectly preserved, historical villages that hold invaluable works of art, food tradition, history. One of the best things to do along a Tour in Tuscany is taste all the typical product. Start from the famous wine of Chianti, accompanied …

The territory of Alta Val di Cecina in the southern part of the province of Pisa in a unique landscape that winds along the metalliferous hills with the beautiful cities of Volterra and flows down to Bibbona, near the famous Coast Etruscans.

Volterra, thanks to its isolation, it is intact; urbanistically almost completely enclosed by the circle of the thirteenth-century walls, built around the ancient church of Santa Maria, now the cathedral and the Piazza dei Priori, even at the very heart of the city life city politics. It is followed by the square of San Giovanni, the center of religious life, where we find the Cathedral, the Baptistery and the Bishop's Palace.

Always in the metalliferous hills, we find Pomarance, beautiful medieval village overlooking the Cecina river basin, which is worth a visit, if only for the renowned cuisine. Among the many popular traditions of the Palio Storico Contrade the Terzieri in this race, which is symbolically divided the country, vie for the Palio through original theatrical performances on themes or historical figures.

Also interesting is the river Cornia Monteverdi: the village, who became famous as a port of Volterra descriptions of Cicero and Pliny, but also for its natural creek that became a refuge for the dreaded Saracens, has allowed the recovery of artefacts such as amphorae, vases terra cotta and marble.

Pisa

Visit PISA, means for all tourists undoubtedly Piazza dei Miracoli with its impressive Cathedral but what makes it famous around the world is of course the Leaning Tower.

The Tower of Pisa is actually a bell tower, in fact, is part of the same cathedral of Pisa. The first curiosity is now resolved, the tower is crooked due to land subsidence. The leaning tower or bell tower, was built over two hundred years, covered almost entirely of white marble. The monument is 58.36 meters high on top of foundation, and over 55 above ground. Her weight was calculated in 14,453 tons, the center of mass is 22.6 meters above the floor of the foundation. The current inclination is about 55 ° and that about 10%, the value corresponding to the eccentricity of the loads on the foundation soil is 2.3 meters.

Agriturismo Statiano - Volterra, Pisa

Agriturismo near Pisa and the Tuscany coast, swimming pool, relaxing time.

Locatie Pomarance (Pisa). Statiano Farm Holidays is situated in the northern-most part of the Maremma region, bounded by the river Cecina. The farm is surrounded by a Mediterranean scrub vegetation, a natural habitat with wild boars, roe deer, porcupines and hawks. This Agriturismo is located in a perfect location also to enjoy the Mediterraneo sea, and not far from Volterra, a wonderful middle age city. Must to do is the Volterrana Road, a inique road crossing all the typicall tuascny landscape! Biological product are coltivated and used for the break fast. Twice a week is possibile to have a dinner on request. Tina organize a Cook course, in order to make Pasta Fresca and Ravioli!

Fattoria Tirrenia - Marina di Pisa

Agriturismo on the Tuscany coast, swimming pool, 1 km from the sea.

Fattoria Tirrenia is an Agriturismo at the sea of Tuscany, 1 km from the beach of Calambrone, Tirrenia and Marina di Pisa reachable from the Agriturismo through a tree-lined by bike or by walk. The residences are surrounded by a fleet of twenty thousand square meters of meadows where native plants (labeled with their names) were chosen for their colors and scents. What a pleasure walk barefooted on the grass all day long! In the whole area there is the possibility to enjoy sports, pic-nic, walking, feel free to enjoy the space and green of the farm. The sport area of 10,000 square meters, strictly on grass, will allow you to try various sports in absolute freedom.  Family can find the better Agriturismo here in order to let their children play and run free into the nature but also to enjoy a moment of relaxation under the shadow of the several gazeboes available for each apartment.

Podere Giurato - Fauglia, Marina di Pisa

Holiday House near the sea in Tuscany, swimming pool, lovely furniture.

Excellent holiday houses on the Tuscan coast! The Farmhouses "Terra rossa" en "Podere Giurato" (200 metres distance) have been restructured according to the style of the house and provided with all the facilities needs in order to spend a pleasant holiday. The holiday houses are spacious and well furnished, and both have their private swimming pool and external lawn and garden.Paola, the welcoming owner, is always at your disposal for anything you would need during your stay. You can see her touch inside and outside the property. The wonderful lawn, the big swimming pool where you can sunbath and relax all year long. In the surrounding fields you can enjoy the sight of some fine looking horses, which are raised by the neighbour’s farm.The Podere stays at only 15km from the beach of Castiglioncello and Costa degli Etruschi, and the best beaches of Tuscany.Excellent spot for your holiday on the Tuscan coast!

Terra Rossa - Fauglia, Marina di Pisa

Holiday house near the Tuscan coast, swimming pool, big apartments, excellent value quality/price.

Excellent holiday houses on the Tuscan coast! The Farmhouses "Podere il Giurato" and "Casa Terra Rossa" (200 metres distance) have been restructured according to the style of the house and provided with all the facilities needs in order to spend a pleasant holiday. The holiday houses are spacious and well furnished, and both have their own private swimming pool and external lawn and garden. Paola, the welcoming owner, is always at your disposal for anything you would need during your stay. You can see her touch inside and outside the property: The wonderful lawn, the big swimming pool where you can sunbath and relax all year long. In the surrounding fields you can enjoy the sight of some fine looking horses, which are raised by the neighbour’s farm. The Podere is at a distance of only 15km from the beach of Castiglioncello and Costa degli Etruschi, and the best beaches of Tuscany. Excellent spot for your holiday on the Tuscan coast!

Agriturismo Pratone - Volterra

Agriturismo near Volterra and the Tuscany coast, restaurant, swimming pool, cheese maker.

A piece of Sardegna in Tuscany! Pietrina’s family, originally from the island, raise a range of farm-animals (sheep) and grow organic cereals, fruits and olive-trees. You will have the opportunity to taste typical self-made Sardinian cheese in Tuscany…! The farmhouse Pratone lies in a typical Tuscan countryside landscape and has been renovated in 2008. Part of the land is cultivated (hard wheat and other cereals) and part is left to the wood. A real country atmosphere and wild animals in their natural environment (deers, porcupines, badgers, turtles...) The entire family works on the farm where you can also participate when is possible. Part of the property has been fenced to let the sheep graze free, and it is funny to see the sheep climbing an olive tree searching for food! Also lovely, is the restaurant (at 700 metres) on top of the hill, where it’s fantastic to have your lunch or dinner in the lawn set with tables under the olive trees. Also visit the area of Montescudaio, Volterra, Pisa and the Tuscan coast which is only at 36 kilometres. Real farm experience and a comfortable holiday in Tuscany!

Agriturismo Torrino - Volterra, S.Gimignano

Agriturismo near San Gimignano, swimming pool, lovely interior, riding horses, panoramic.

Mauro and Claudia are the energetic and happy owners of this lovely Bio-Agriturismo near by San Gimignano. They live here, with the guests, to share a farm daily life taking care of all their friends: Milù and Tommy the dogs; Gigetto&Gigetta the turtles; Heide and Peter the goats; Romeo the donkey…and so on! The holiday houses are furnished with modern and tasteful interiors (thanks to Claudia!). Each apartment is big (80-100 mq) and has a private space outside for lunch or dinner set with table, chairs and gazebo. The position of the Agriturismo is really panoramic: from the swimming pool (really well maintained) the entire valley of Montaione (20 km from San Gimignano) is in front of you with its typical Tuscany landscape. The farm produces olive oil of excellent quality. Of course you can have a bottle for your salads! For next spring a lawn will be layed as a playground for plenty of games for children (or parents too!)