Monte Pisano Walk: Explore Prehistoric Sites and Mediterranean Shrubland Between Lucca and Pisa
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Lucca
Embark on a captivating walk through the Monte Pisano mountain range, uncovering prehistoric sites, Mediterranean shrubland, and stunning views of the Tyrrhenian Sea. Don't miss the Romanesque parish of S. Maria del Giudice and the hermit sites from the 1100s.
Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Chiesa Di Santa Maria Del Giudice - Interesting example of Romanesque architecture of 1200, the parish is within the small village of S. Maria del Giudice
  • Santa Maria del Giudice - Going up from the village you reach the territory of the Monti Pisani. During the excursion you can admire the views of Lucca, the Mediterranean plants, low and scented, and visit a hermitage from the 12th century.
What's Included
  • Local guide
  • Professional guide
Additional Information

The Monti Pisani is a mountain range serving as the natural divider between the cities of Lucca and Pisa. This location, populated since prehistoric times, succeeded to fascinate notable personalities who have significantly contributed to its transformation. Key points of interest:
• View the Romanesque S. Maria del Giudice parish.
• Traverse the garrigue, uncovering Mediterranean shrubland’s wild flora.
• Explore a hermitage site dating back to the 1100s, still evident today.
• Relish a distinctive vista reaching to the shore of the Tyrrhenian Sea.

THE DEPARTURE POINT IS MERELY 10 MINUTES AWAY BY CAR FROM THE TRAIN STATION (ASSEMBLY POINT). IN CASE YOU ARE WITHOUT A VEHICLE, CONSIDER HIRING A TAXI.

  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
  • Comfortable, sturdy footwear appropriate for walking on uneven terrain (not allowed sandals), comfortable clothes for hiking
  • The place can be reach by taxi. It takes 10 minutes from the Lucca train station.
Location
Piazzale B. Ricasoli, 127
Piazzale B. Ricasoli
Train station
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Franzi66
May 11, 2023
Highly recommended - It was a great experience to walk up on Monte Pisano with Federica. She is a very experienced hiking guide and has an enormous knowledge of the flora and fauna and also of the history of her homeland. She is also very nice and warm person. By the way I'v got a free Italian course and lots of tips for the beautiful Lucca :-) If I should come to Lucca again, I would certainly book more excursion with her or Alessandro, it is worth it. È stato veramente un piacere conoscerti :-)! Tanti saluti, Franziska
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Andreaac6786ud
Aug 18, 2022
Monte Pisano Trail - During our summer vacation we did a hike with Federica on the Monte Pisano Trail. Along the way, Federica introduced us to nature, explained herbs and plants, and explained the local wildlife. Our kids were just as excited as we were. Our children were particularly impressed by the explored cave, even if we did not see a bat. At the height of the ascent we had a great view over Pisa, Lucca to the sea. This break was rounded off by a small picnic with pastries from the region, which Federika had brought along. We had a wonderful trip and our children also took home lasting impressions. We became aware of the homepage during our independent research. The contact in advance and on site was uncomplicated and very cordial.
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