in the center of paradise
from the Cinque Terre to the cities of art
A LUCKY POSITION
From the Ligurian Riviera, through the enchanting villages of Lunigiana, the majestic marble quarries of Carrara and the Tuscan cities of art.
An ideal starting point for unforgettable experiences.
cinque terre AND portovenere
The five villages of Rio Maggiore, Manarola, Corniglia, Vernazza, Monterosso are part of UNESCO because inserted in a cultural landscape of exceptional value that represents the harmonious interaction settled between man and nature. The Cinque Terre are considered one of the most evocative Italian coastal attractions.
Portovenere, also a UNESCO heritage site, with its colorful houses, the church of San Pietro overlooking the rocks and the suggestive Byron’s Cave, is an unmissable stop for those seeking beauty and romance.
CARRARA AND ITS QUARRIES
The most important city in the world for the extraction and processing of the famous Carrara marble, a much prized white marble, which is extracted in the Apuan Alps above the town. Carrara is linked to the marble extraction process since Roman times and since then to date, marble is used for the realization of the most beautiful works of art in history.
It worth a visit the old center where among the historical monuments of the city to visit stand out: the cathedral of St. Andrea, Alberica Square and the Academy of Fine Arts.
the museums of carrara
The Marble Museum, home to the memory of Carrara, where the culture of marble is collected and documented, with works of rare beauty, archaeological finds discovered in the quarry, tools from Roman times to today.
And then the Academy of Fine Arts, the MudaC, dedicated to contemporary arts, the Carmi, dedicated to Michelangelo, Palazzo Binelli and Palazzo Cucchiari, Carrara is truly a “widespread museum”.
THE APUANE, the mountains of the moon
A wonderful territory, rich in paths, via ferratas (the one on Monte Procinto, opened in 1893, is the oldest in Italy), climbing routes and karst cavities, refuges, bivouacs and huts. Furthermore, in the mountain range there are several stages of the Sentiero Italia.
Hikers will also be able to enjoy the numerous ancient routes and paths including the Via Vandelli and the Via del Volto Santo.
THE BEACHES AND VERSILIA
SEA AND BEACHES – Bathing establishments and free beaches along the Ligurian Sea from the Apuan Riviera to the Versilia Riviera: Marinella, Marina di Carrara, Marina di Massa and Forte dei Marmi.
FORTE DEI MARMI & VIAREGGIO – super-equipped bathing establishments, the latest fashion shops, the nightclubs and the restaurants.
LUNI AND LUNIGIANA
LUNI ANCIENT ROMAN CITY – The ancient Roman city of Luni is worth a visit with its museum, the remains of the public area, the amphitheater, the temples, the domus and the streets.
LUNIGIANA LAND. OF HISTORY AND MAGIC – Medieval villages, thousand-year-old castles and the mysterious stele statues, evidence of an ancient and mysterious past. Between green hills and authentic flavors, Lunigiana is a perfect destination for those who love nature, culture and local traditions.
Pisa World Heritage Site
The bell tower of Santa Maria, known as “the leaning tower or “tower of Pisa” is one of the most famous Italian monuments in the world, dating back to the twelfth century, 56 meters high, acquired its characteristic tilt ten years after the beginning of his construction.
Among the many squares and historic buildings to see in Pisa, stands the Piazza dei Cavalieri with the Palace of the Caravan, currently home to the prestigious Scuola Normale Superiore and among the churches, Santa Maria della Spina, considered one of the masterpieces of Italian Gothic.
LUCCA and its hundred churches
Famous for its historical monuments, it is one of the most famous cities of art in Italy. Famous for its 16th-17th century city walls, it preserves an intact monumental historical center: towers, Renaissance palaces and numerous medieval churches, nicknamed for the latter the city of a hundred churches.
FLORENCE IS THE RENAISSANCE
Heritage of UNESCO, in the Middle Ages it was important as a cultural, commercial and finance city. In the Renaissance, as the capital of the Grand Duchy of Tuscany with the government of the Medici and Lorena families, the city experienced its heyday.
It is considered the birthplace of the Renaissance and universally the cradle of art and architecture, and renowned as one of the most beautiful cities in the world thanks to its numerous monuments and museums, such as the Duomo, Santa Croce, the Uffizi, Ponte Vecchio, Piazza della Signoria and Palazzo Pitti.
Tips for your stay
Our staff is available to suggest the best destinations to visit and help you organize your days in the best possible way: from the most fascinating paths of the Cinque Terre and the Apuan Alps, to the hidden treasures of Lunigiana, passing through the Tuscan cities of art and the iconic marble quarries.
Just ask us, we are here to make your experience unique!
The Hotel
The Rooms
The Restaurant
Location
Contact us
Book now
Mail us
Whatsapp
+39 335 6041059
Where we are
Luogo detto Macchiacce, 13
54033 Fontia, Carrara (Ms)
Tuscany, Italy
Tel. +39 0585 842840
P. Iva 01139470452