The beautiful town of Castelnuovo di Garfagnana is situated at the meeting of the River Serchio and River Turrite Secca within the Appennine Mountains.
The scenery surrounding Castelnuovo di Garfagnana is spectacular and would be an excellent stop off during a day trip of Lucca province in Tuscany.
Book a holiday villa in Garfagnana where you can explore all this mesmerising part of Tuscany has to offer!
The scenery surrounding Castelnuovo di Garfagnana is spectacular and would be an excellent stop off during a day trip of Lucca province in Tuscany.
Book a holiday villa in Garfagnana where you can explore all this mesmerising part of Tuscany has to offer!
From the 13th century onwards, Castelnuovo di Garfagnana thrived as a market town because of its proximity to two rivers for trading and transport. It passed frequently under the ownership of different territories before finally coming under the Unification Of Italy Act in 1861.
There are several attractions in Castelnuovo di Garfagnana for tourists to enjoy during their trip here such as the Rocca Ariostesca that dates back to the 12th century. It is now a fascinating archaeological museum displaying artefacts uncovered in the local area and detailing the history of Lucca and its towns.
There are several attractions in Castelnuovo di Garfagnana for tourists to enjoy during their trip here such as the Rocca Ariostesca that dates back to the 12th century. It is now a fascinating archaeological museum displaying artefacts uncovered in the local area and detailing the history of Lucca and its towns.
Stroll around the majestic Renaissance style cathedral here with a splendid baroque interior. Inside is a stunning canvas by Tuscan painter Domenico Ghirlandaio titled ‘Madonna with Saints’.
Another 16th century fortress exists in Castelnuovo di Garfagnana called the fortress of Monte Alfonso which certainly deserves a look around.
Walk around the scenic botanical garden and nature park in Castelnuovo di Garfagnana called the Giardino Montano dell‘Orecchiella. Why not plan out a wonderful day trip of other towns in Garfagnana by reading our dedicated articles about some of them?
Tourists are guaranteed to enjoy an enriching visitor experience during their time spent exploring this scenic part of Tuscany!
Another 16th century fortress exists in Castelnuovo di Garfagnana called the fortress of Monte Alfonso which certainly deserves a look around.
Walk around the scenic botanical garden and nature park in Castelnuovo di Garfagnana called the Giardino Montano dell‘Orecchiella. Why not plan out a wonderful day trip of other towns in Garfagnana by reading our dedicated articles about some of them?
Tourists are guaranteed to enjoy an enriching visitor experience during their time spent exploring this scenic part of Tuscany!
