La Vista is the perfect place to relax and
just let yourself be enchanted by the spectacular nature and culture
that the area can offer.
Cycling in the National Park of the Alpi Apuane |
But if the views and the delicious food make you
feel energetic and even adventurous, there is plenty to do.
As the Romans used to say ‘mens sana in corpore sano’
(healthy mind in a healthy body)! So here are some suggestions
for walking, cycling etc.
Walking, Cycling and Trekking
Caprigliola is located near the National Park of the Alpi Apuane and
if you like walking and trekking, you will be spoilt for choice.
The Park offers a vast network of trails, from a stroll by
the many streams to an energetic walk over the mountains.
Some popular ones are the Lunigiana Trekking, Garfagnana Trekking,
Apuane Trekking, and for the more adventurous the Alta Via
delle Apuane and many others marked out by the Italian Alpine
Club (CAI).
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Numerous are the possibilities to cycle with mountain bikes in
the trails and paths of the National Park. The Italian Railways
(Ferrovie dello
Stato) offer a train+bike service in the Lucca-Aulla Line and
in the Coastal Line.
Thermal Baths
Equi Terme and its thermal baths (approx. 25km) are well known since the Roman
times and they are located a short drive from the house. The
thermal waters can be enjoyed in the large swimming pool. Many
therapeutic services are also available such as balneotherapy,
hydromassage, and many beauty treatments. |
Equi Terme Thermal Baths |
Swimming
You can enjoy 10km of beautiful Mediterranean beaches
in Versilia with its elegant seaside towns of Viareggio, Pietrasanta
and Forte dei Marmi, popular with the Northern Italian wealthy society,
which comes here in the summer months to enjoy the sandy beaches
and the elegant boutiques.
Or you can choose the narrow and steep coastline of the Ligurian sea, with the
famous village of Portovenere, le Cinque Terre and Portofino, the local wine
(Sciacchetra') and the seafood resteraunts.
Lerici |
Tennis, Golf and Horse Riding
The nearest Golf course is located in the picturesque seaside
village of Lerici. Shelley, Byron and D.H. Lawrence
have lived in the area. “Ranch La Collina” is the
local equestrian centre and it is just a 20 minutes drive away. |
Golfing |
Sea & Fresh Water Fishing, Sailing
Enjoy the thrill of deep sea fishing in the warm blue waters
off the Ligurian coast or fresh water fishing in the local
rivers and lakes. For more details on deep sea fishing visit
www.andrealia.it
Why not learn how to sail? Or for those with more experience
explore the small harbours around the coast under sail. For
more details visit www.scuolavelasantateresa.it
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Fishing off the Coast |
Ski Slopes in Cerreto Laghi |
Skiing
In the winter time, you can also enjoy lovely small ski
resorts in Zum Zeri, Cerreto Laghi and Prato Spilla.
Shopping!
If it’s Italian fashion you are after, look no further
than the historic centre of Florence and Pisa or the boutiques
of Forte dei Marmi (Armani, Gucci, Valentino) in Versilia
or Portofino near the Cinque Terre.
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Outdoor Opera
Since 1930, Torre del Lago offers a popular outdoor opera season
(summer months only) dedicated to Giacomo Puccini. It is strongly
recommended to the lyric enthusiasts. |
Giacomo Puccini Statue
in Torre del Lago |
Recommended Day Trip
Or simply enjoy a leisurely cruise stopping at the five beautiful
fishing villages of the Cinque Terre. Visit www.navigazionegolfodeipoeti.it,
www.portovenere.it
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Porto Venere |
View from Porto Venere |
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