Holiday apartment in Montemagno: history, trails and destinations in the surrounding area

Montemagno combines medieval history with distinctive trails through the landscape. The remains of the castle are visible above the village; among other features, parts of the surrounding wall and the façade of the church dedicated to Saint Bartholomew have been preserved. Those who choose a holiday apartment in Montemagno will find a place where historical discoveries and walks are closely connected.

Castle, church and Via Francigena

The medieval castle of Montemagno once served both as a stately residence and as a refuge during sieges. It was strategically situated above the Via Francigena, which connected the Versilia plain with Lucca. One section of this route begins at the Leccio di Montemagno and runs along the northern side of the church of San Michele di Montemagno. The ascent to Montemagno leads to a holm oak that is almost a thousand years old.

The Leccio di Montemagno was considered Giorgio Gaber's favourite tree and fell after storms in November 2019. Saplings were planted in its memory with the participation of local schools. The original Leccio di Montemagno no longer exists as a tree following its fall in November 2019; it is commemorated by the saplings planted with the participation of local schools.

Woodland paths and mountains in the surrounding area

For manageable route planning, the Pontemazzori–Montemagno–Pontemazzori circular route, Anello di Camaiore Antiqua, includes an almost level woodland section of around 2.5 kilometres to Località alla Trina above Montemagno. This section complements the Via Francigena with a different experience of the landscape. Monte Matanna and Monte Procinto are also located nearby; as mountains, they help shape the natural character of the area around Montemagno.

Art and cultural attractions

The woodcarving symposium in Montemagno was held for the fifth consecutive time. For the Montemagno edition, twelve chainsaw-carving masters were expected on Saturday, 9 May, and Sunday, 10 May, to create new wooden statues. The wooden sculptures created as part of the symposium were intended to remain in Montemagno as part of an open-air museum.

Further cultural attractions can be found in the surrounding area: the Museo archeologico di Camaiore is a museum, Villa Le Pianore is a palace, the Museo del Carnevale di Viareggio is a museum, and Villa Borbone is also a palace. These different focal points can help guide your choice of holiday apartment if you would like to make historic buildings, museums or trails the focus of your stay. Spiaggia Lido di Camaiore and Spiaggia Marina di Pietrasanta are also beaches in the area around Montemagno.

Further places for your planning

If you would like to explore neighbouring destinations in addition to Montemagno, here are some other places: Capezzano Pianore, Santa Lucia, Metato, Valpromaro Di Camaiore, Pedona, Fibbialla, Fibbiano and Torcigliano.

For the higher-level travel overview: Camaiore.