Explore enchanting villages and hilltop citadels in the province of Grosseto and experience its preserved medieval character. Centuries-old stone ramparts stand sentinel on peaks throughout the undulating hills and overlook the surrounding plains. Indulge at traditional Tuscan-style thermal baths, which are dotted across the volcanic landscape. The province’s Tyrrhenian coastline features two pretty harbor towns that sit on the edge of a placid lagoon, as well as a range of luxury seaside resorts.
The provincial capital, Grosseto, is a captivating little city with a historic center encircled by star-shaped ramparts. These Medicean Walls date back to the 1570s and have walking paths that present a fascinating perspective of the city. Continue your walking tour to the Romanesque St. Lawrence Cathedral (Cattedrale di San Lorenzo) and take a seat in the pretty town square with views of Palazzo Aldobrandeschi, a medieval-style palace. Discover the region’s archaeological treasures with a visit to the Museum of Archaeology and Fine Arts, which has a particular focus on the Etruscan relics found in the nearby village of Roselle.
Experience a resort getaway in Castiglione della Pescaia, which is named for its hilltop citadel. The rugged promontory of Monte Argentario contains the harbor towns Porto Ercole and Porto Santo Stefano. For some of the coast’s most captivating natural scenery, visit the Parco Regionale della Maremma and go hiking, canoeing or riding on horseback.
Visit the coastal region’s medieval villages, such as Vetulonia, which contains Etruscan ruins. Further inland, you’ll find superbly preserved medieval towns among the hills. Massa Marittima is richly decorated with architectural treasures and historic sites. Pitigliano is a town perched on a steeply pitched tuff ridge and is one of the region’s most striking destinations. Visit the Terme di Saturnia for a spa treatment and to view the magnificent Cascades of Saturnia.
Grosseto is located in southern Tuscany and largely within the Maremma region. The nearest airports are in Pisa, Florence and Rome. Reach the region on the railway network that connects Pisa to Rome. Grosetto’s Mediterranean climate, revitalizing thermal springs, luxury resorts, historic villages and wild landscapes make it a rewarding destination at any time of the year.