Holiday apartment in Fornaci Di Barga: art, churches and trails

Fornaci Di Barga combines contemporary art, sacred buildings, local traditions and active experiences. At the MUDY Museo Dynamo, you can see a selection of contemporary artworks that emerged from the artistic approach developed through the activities of Dynamo Camp. Other attractions include the Church of Cristo Redentore, the Church of the Santissimo Nome di Maria in Fornaci Vecchia, the farmers’ market, and trails for hiking and cycling. Those looking for a holiday apartment in Fornaci Di Barga can therefore balance their preferred daily rhythm between culture, exercise, regional products and family-oriented stays.

Art and churches as distinctive features

The MUDY Museo Dynamo provides a contemporary accent. The selection of artworks is connected with the artistic approach developed through the activities of Dynamo Camp. The Church of Cristo Redentore has a completely different character: it is the main church of Fornaci and features a modern architectural style. It was consecrated on 27 September 1974; inside, there is a mosaic of Christ.

The Church of the Santissimo Nome di Maria in Fornaci Vecchia was founded in 1741. The first Mass was celebrated there on 12 December 1742. On 30 January 1923, the Church of Fornaci Vecchia was elevated to parish status; the new parish was dedicated to the Santissimo Nome di Maria, the Most Holy Name of Mary. For the celebration of Saint Anthony the Abbot, the return of a traditional fair organized by the Comune di Barga was planned along Via Provinciale, at Piazzale Mons. Ferretti and in the adjacent streets.

Traces of local history

At the northern entrance to Fornaci stands the Monumento ai caduti del mare: a large anchor sculpture in the central reservation of the road junction between Ponte Puccetti and SR 445. The Monumento ai caduti del mare commemorates those who died at sea and Fornaci’s maritime tradition. Its specific location and anchor shape are therefore among the distinctive features you can notice while exploring the town.

Hiking and cycling around Fornaci Di Barga

For active days, hiking trail B1 provides a clearly defined route. It is 13.0 kilometres long and takes approximately four hours to walk. Its route passes through Barga, Tiglio, Seggiane, Loppia and Fornaci di Barga before returning to Barga. The cycling tour “La Valle del Bello e del Buono in bicicletta” also connects several places: it travels successively to Piano di Coreglia and Fornaci di Barga and completes the circuit in Gallicano. The different route lengths help you plan excursions according to your preferred activity level without excluding culture and sightseeing from your stay.

Market and family time

At the farmers’ market in Fornaci di Barga, fresh fruit and vegetables, dairy products, cured meats, meat, honey, jams, pasta, wine, traditional liqueurs, forest products, dried pulses and local handicrafts were offered. In 2024, the market took place on Fridays from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in Piazza Carlo Alberto Dalla Chiesa. The children’s play area in Parco Felice Menichini was completely renovated in 2018. These different themes can provide practical guidance when choosing a holiday apartment or holiday home: you decide whether art and churches, a visit to the market, a longer hike, a cycling tour or time in the play area should shape your daily schedule.

For further travel planning, you can also find Albiano and Castelvecchio Pascoli.

For the broader travel overview: Barga.