Holiday apartment in Scandicci among hills, culture and trails

Holiday apartment in Scandicci among hills, culture and trails

Scandicci combines the Tuscan hilly landscape with culture and outdoor activities. Those who include a holiday apartment in Scandicci in their travel plans can choose between different holiday ideas: On the hills of Romola, the Chiesa di San Martino alla Palma stands in a landscape shaped by olive groves and vineyards. Castello dell’Acciaiolo, also known as Acciaiolo, is a monumental complex consisting of the historic villa, its park and its garden. Pursuant to Law 1089/39, it was classified as a cultural heritage site of particular importance.

The Abbazia di San Salvatore e San Lorenzo a Settimo is considered one of the most important Benedictine complexes in Tuscany. Its present architectural appearance was shaped by the work of Cistercian monks from the 13th century until the end of the 18th century. Scandicci and its surroundings therefore bring together different historical themes, from a monumental complex to a church in a hilly landscape shaped by olive groves and vineyards.

The GAMPS geopalaeontological museum is housed in the former primary school of Badia a Settimo, in the Centro Civico Ofelia Mangini. It displays thousands of exhibits, including items considered extremely rare finds worldwide. In addition, Open City – Scandicci Estate is a summer cultural programme that has existed since 2004, with events from June to September in squares and open-air venues in Scandicci and its districts.

Hiking trails and contemporary art

The CAI Scandicci hiking network comprises twelve marked trails numbered 730 to 740, including connecting trail 732A. The hiking trails have horizontal and vertical signage and are considered well maintained. Hiking trail 730 connects Lastra a Signa with Tavarnuzze and reduces paved sections to a minimum. Parco Museo Poggio Valicaia is an open-air museum with contemporary art installations and sculptures, including works by Dario Bartolini, Italo Zuffi, Maria Dompé, Paolo Staccioli and Valentino Moradei.

Getting there and choosing a location

When travelling by car, the Villa Costanza car park can be reached via the A1 motorway and the Villa Costanza exit. This exit is located between the Scandicci and Firenze Impruneta toll stations. The tram stop is outside the Villa Costanza car park, just a few steps from the security gate of the entrance and exit area. Tram line T1 runs between Villa Costanza and Careggi and has 26 stops in the municipalities of Scandicci and Florence.

When choosing a holiday apartment in Scandicci, you can align your preferred travel rhythm with the specific themes: active trails, historic architecture, contemporary art or summer events. This makes it possible to weigh up an activity-focused, culture-oriented or mixed stay without assuming the characteristics, availability or distances of individual offers.

Other places: San Martino Alla Palma, San Vincenzo A Torri and San Michele A Torri. Other destinations: Bassa, San Casciano In Val Di Pesa, Firenzuola, Borgo San Lorenzo and Reggello.

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