The picturesque walled town of Larciano is the perfect spot for tourists to come and explore for a few hours! Situated on a hilltop in the Pistoia province of Tuscany, this ancient town, complete with its very own castle has so much to offer by way of history and culture.
Close to the towns of Cecina, Montecatini, Monsummano and Montalbano, this little town would be an ideal stop off point on a day trail of the Valdinievole area .
Stay in a gorgeous villa in Borgo San Lorenzo with great customer reviews which is close to Larciano. Admire the stunning views that surround this lavish holiday rental and enjoy exploring the surroundings for a few days.
Close to the towns of Cecina, Montecatini, Monsummano and Montalbano, this little town would be an ideal stop off point on a day trail of the Valdinievole area .
Stay in a gorgeous villa in Borgo San Lorenzo with great customer reviews which is close to Larciano. Admire the stunning views that surround this lavish holiday rental and enjoy exploring the surroundings for a few days.
Start off your visit here with a walk around the walls of this fortified town and pop into the fascinating archaeological museum here to learn more about the history of the area.
It displays intriguing artefacts such as kitchen tools, ceramic ornaments and other treasures which help to paint a colourful picture of what life was once like here.
It also has a section dedicated to a reconstructed tomb, typical of many unearthed in the local area. History lovers would thoroughly love a few hours here!
Be sure to stroll around the splendid and well preserved 13th century castle that still guards the town. It protected Larciano well throughout the territorial sieges of the Middle Ages. It was faithfully restored to its former glory and is open for tourists to explore and learn more about when they come here.
It displays intriguing artefacts such as kitchen tools, ceramic ornaments and other treasures which help to paint a colourful picture of what life was once like here.
It also has a section dedicated to a reconstructed tomb, typical of many unearthed in the local area. History lovers would thoroughly love a few hours here!
Be sure to stroll around the splendid and well preserved 13th century castle that still guards the town. It protected Larciano well throughout the territorial sieges of the Middle Ages. It was faithfully restored to its former glory and is open for tourists to explore and learn more about when they come here.
Between late April and early May a date is set for a one day cycling race called Artigianato di Larciano so if you’re passing through the area around this time, it would be great fun to witness!
Nature lovers would love to embark on some of the scenic walking trails around Valdinievolve and trek to some of the charming towns close to Larciano. There’s so much to do and see in Larciano, so why not come and explore its treasures for yourself!
Nature lovers would love to embark on some of the scenic walking trails around Valdinievolve and trek to some of the charming towns close to Larciano. There’s so much to do and see in Larciano, so why not come and explore its treasures for yourself!
Photo credits
picture 1: Fluctuat / CC BY 2.5;
picture 2: Lucarelli / CC BY-SA 3.0;
picture 3: Fluctuat / CC BY-SA 3.0
picture 1: Fluctuat / CC BY 2.5;
picture 2: Lucarelli / CC BY-SA 3.0;
picture 3: Fluctuat / CC BY-SA 3.0
