A holiday in Tuscany wouldn’t be complete without a day or two spent in the stunning green valley of the Mugello district in the north of the province. There is so much to do and see in this region that visitors are recommended to stay and explore the area for at least two days to fully appreciate all the delights it has to offer! Tourists have plenty of exclusive holiday villas and farmhouses in the area available to rent , all of which have spectacular views of this picturesque hilly land. Take a look to Villa Poggio Bartoli or Villa Casole, you will love them.
There are nine main towns and villages in Mugello, all of which are full of historical interest areas, cultural events, food and wine specialities and much more! They host many festivals and exciting carnivals throughout the year so there’s always somewhere for the visitor to enjoy some festivities! Some of these events are discussed more closely in a related article.
There are nine main towns and villages in Mugello, all of which are full of historical interest areas, cultural events, food and wine specialities and much more! They host many festivals and exciting carnivals throughout the year so there’s always somewhere for the visitor to enjoy some festivities! Some of these events are discussed more closely in a related article.
The history of this fascinating region dates back as far as Paleolithic times. A ligurian tribe called the ‘Magelli’ settled here in those times and prospered. This is where the name Mugello derives. Visitors can see many of the monumental remains of the Etruscan civilisation lived here for centuries on top of hills in Vicchio and Dicomano. During the second century, the Romans invaded Tuscany and seized control of this region. Many artefacts from Roman times were discovered in Mugello and are now on display in museums across the area.
The Mugello area is brimming with castles and villas, mainly because the powerful Medici Family, who ruled most of Florence and sponsored many Renaissance movements, were originally from here. Many tourists have flocked to see the magnificent Villa Demidoff and its surrounding gardens in Vaglia. Especially worth seeing is the decorative Fountain of the Appennine here. Nearby, there is a hill that visitors walk up to the Convent of Monte Senario where you can be amazed at the majestic views of the entire Mugello area.
The Mugello area is brimming with castles and villas, mainly because the powerful Medici Family, who ruled most of Florence and sponsored many Renaissance movements, were originally from here. Many tourists have flocked to see the magnificent Villa Demidoff and its surrounding gardens in Vaglia. Especially worth seeing is the decorative Fountain of the Appennine here. Nearby, there is a hill that visitors walk up to the Convent of Monte Senario where you can be amazed at the majestic views of the entire Mugello area.
One of this area’s main attractions is the internationally renowned Mugello race circuit. where Moto GP racing events and supercar speed testing can be witnessed all year round! For the visitors that want to immerse themselves in some fun activities, head to the huge Bilancino Lake in the middle of the region where you can enjoy swimming, canoeing, windsurfing and sailing. This is an excellent place to picnic in the afternoon under clear sunny skies, a little piece of Italian paradise!
Known as ‘The Garden of Florence’, Mugello has so much to offer visitors, from museums to hiking tours around the communes or experiencing all the seasonal festivals in the area. It’s a guaranteed winner if you choose to spend a few days exploring the intriguing area of Mugello!
Known as ‘The Garden of Florence’, Mugello has so much to offer visitors, from museums to hiking tours around the communes or experiencing all the seasonal festivals in the area. It’s a guaranteed winner if you choose to spend a few days exploring the intriguing area of Mugello!
