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Things to do in Roccalbegna Italy – what to see attractions and activities

Welcome to Roccalbegna Italy. If you’are planning to visit Roccalbegna for your next trip and you are looking for the best places to visit, here you’ll find tips and suggestions of most popular point of interest and activities not to be missed in Roccalbegna and surrounding. Travelers will appreciate this italian town with his rich historical and artistic heritage, local culture and environment. Discover the monuments, buildings, natural treasures and all the details that characterize Roccalbegna and its territory. Share and suggest a place you've visited.

What To See near Roccalbegna

Scansano (12 Km)

Castello di Montepò

Historical news of the Castle of Montepò dates back to 1188, found in a bubble by Pope Clement III. The building was entirely rebuilt by the Lords of Cotton in the fourteenth century and around 1378 it passed under the control of Siena and the Sergardi family. During the Renaissance era it was transformed into a fortified farm. The structure has a semi-regular quadrilateral shape flanked by four corner towers that originally had a defensive function.

Sorano (18 Km)

Necropoli Sovana

The Necropolis of Sovana extends for about one and a half kilometers in the hills north of the Calesine stream. It is represented by a considerable number of tombs facing the colonnade where that of Pula and Ildebranda stand out. The Necropolis is divided into several sectors that include the Via Cava or del Cavone, Poggio Felceto, Poggio Stanziale and others along the Folonia stream.

Scansano (18 Km)

Museo Archeologico

The Archaeological Museum of Scansano was inaugurated in 2001 and preserves archaeological finds from the ancient age found in the Albegna Valley and finds from the Etruscan town of Ghiaccio Forte. The Museum welcomes materials from the excavations carried out by the Archaeological Superintendence of Tuscany and also the sections related to the production of wines of Southern Tuscany.

Scansano (18 Km)

Porta Grossetana

Porta Grossetana is thought to date back to the sixteenth century. It was part of a complex that allowed entry into the city by crossing a moat first. The façade also featured the coat of arms of the noble family.

Scansano (18 Km)

Castello di Montorgiali

The Castle of Montorgiali was built during the twelfth century at the behest of the family of the homonymous accounts, vassals of the Aldobrandeschi family. The complex has historical references dating back to 1188 from a bubble of Pope Clement III directed to the Bishop of Grosseto. The Montorgiali family sold the Castle to the Republic of Siena in 1378 after having sided against the branch of Santa Fiora. The structure of the Castle consists of several buildings leaning among themselves.

Manciano (19 Km)

Riserva Regionale Bosco Rocconi

The Bosco di Rocconi Nature Reserve extends for 371 hectares on the valley of the village of Roccalbegna. The area is characterized by Mediterranean forests, with very ancient trees, and some areas still unexplored interrupted by canyons and small waterfalls. The Reserve is crossed by two streams of water: the Rigo stream and the Albegna river. It is a destination for many predatory birds, including rare species such as the lanar hawk.

Other attractions in Roccalbegna

Castles, palaces and mansions

Roccaccia di Montevitozzo ruderi

The only traces, in the present day, of the Rocca di Montevitozzo are the ruins, which dominate in the large part of the local territory and a square section that was supposed to be a watchtower. Parts of a double wall are still visible. The Fortress is also called the Roccaccia.

Adventure Parks

Il Giardino di Daniel Spoerri

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AGRITURISMO OLIO TERRA NERA

Scansano (18 Km) - Località Podere Sorgente 135

www +393347156144

Podere Faeta

Roccalbegna - Strada Di Faeta - - Vallerona

e-mail www +393357053601-3497235741

Fata Farm is an agritruismo, with a friendly family atmosphere. It is the ideal place for relaxation, tasting the local products and of feeling directly connected to nature and the animals which surround it. Recently done up, it has solar panels for heating the water which comes directly from a nearby spring. Wood-burners are used for heating. Surrounded by nature in Roccalbegna’s countryside, Podere Faeta offers a garden, shared BBQ and free bikes to rent. Rooms here have rustic décor, and a sweet Italian breakfast is served buffet style. Podere Faeta’s rooms come with wood-beamed ceilings, simple furnishings and a private bathroom with toiletries. Olive oil, chestnuts and wine are produced at this farm stay, which also features a shared lounge and kitchen. The property is in Vallerona place, 9 km from the town of Roccalbegna, while Saturnia is a 35-minute drive away.

La Guinza

Arcidosso (9 Km) - Monte Buceto - La Guinza

e-mail www +39564978123-3206867246

Sovana Hotel & Resort

Sorano (18 Km) - Via Del Duomo, 66 - - Sovana

e-mail www +39564617030

The beauty of a perfectly conserved medieval village, a one-of-a-kind view of the Tuscan hills and the Romanesque Cathedral, the olive groves in the large park…this is what frames Sovana Hotel & Resort****. Elegant and intimate with both interiors and exteriors decorated to the finest details, and beautifully embellished furniture which ranges from ancient antiquities to a permanent exhibition of modern art. The breakfast hall and large outdoor garden both have a one-of-a-kind view of the ruins of the ancient Etruscan Sovana. Sovana Hotel and Resort: welcoming, well organised, attentive to all details and services and always at the disposition of our guests. Hotel also has a wedding planner to help you organise events and weddings, a private hiking guide for trips through the territory on foot or on mountain bike and a 9 person bus service to take you to all the main tourist attractions in the area.

Montalto

Campagnatico (23 Km) - Marrucheti, 94

e-mail www +395641836762-3356350857

Agriturismo Galeazzi

Manciano (27 Km) - Loc.Marsiliana 250

e-mail www +39564605017

The Farm Galeazzi is situated on a hill in the heart of Maremma, is just 20 minutes from the famous beaches of Argentario and 25 minutes from Terme di Saturnia. The farm has a beautiful swimming pool with water pre-heated in the surrounding gardens will find gazebos and swings under which you will have the opportunity to relax and enjoy the surrounding views. Every morning, a sweet Italian-based hot drinks, jam and croissants. You can also take advantage of two kitchenettes and a barbecue located all'asterno the rooms and equipped with water and gas. Customers lovers of outdoor sports, the farm offers the possibility of fishing in the lake owned and archery.

L'ANICHINO AGRITURISMO BIOLOGICO

Campagnatico (27 Km) - Strada Del Castello Podere 310

e-mail www +393358271864

Farmhouse in Maremma, Tuscany, oasis of relaxation and nature. Come and visit us and you will be surrounded by the beauty of the countryside with breathtaking views, which you can admire from the swimming pool or from the panoramic terrace. POSSIBILITY of RENTING THE WHOLE FARMHOUSE “KEYS IN HAND” to fully enjoy peace and relax. You will be at the top of the hill, protected by an ecological niche, in a strictly organic environment, where you can indulge in naturalistic walks or immerse yourself in Etruscan history, perhaps aboard a mountain bike, closely observing many wild animals.