Things to Do Off the Beaten Path in Tuscany

Left: The sanctuary of La Verna is a few miles away.
Right: The Solano, a tributary of the Arno runs through the town of Strada.

Anghiari, site of the famous battle, is a short drive away.

A waterfall at the Casentino National Park, one of the largest national parks in Europe.

Just one example of the beautiful della Robbia ceramics in the LaVerna sanctuary.

Things to Do Off the Beaten Path in Tuscany

Hidden in the Appenines, the Casentino Valley offers visitors a part of Tuscany that’s undiscovered yet within easy travel to many attractions in this glorious region.

Recreation: For the outdoors person, there’s hiking in the Casentino National Park – one of the largest in Europe. The Tiber and the Arno both flow through the valley. Swimming pools, bowling, tennis courts and a golf course are located in
the nearby towns Poppi and Bibbiena,
only 15 minutes away.

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Arts and Culture: During the day, you
can take the Piero della Francesca trail,
see magnificent della Robbia ceramics
at La Verna, a Franciscan sanctuary in
the hills. Enjoy a cocktail as you watch
spectacular Tuscan sunsets. Linger at
an outdoor festival. Later catch a concert
in a medieval castle.

Wining and Dining: The region offers
a variety of bars, cafes and restaurants
to fit every budget. During the summer, many villages host festivals where you can
sample local foods and wines.

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