Castiglione della Pescaia
Castiglione della Pescaia An historic fishing village, nestled between blue sea and green hills (1:42min from Invidia). This seaside resort is renowned for its beautiful beaches and large pine forests that continue as far as Marina di Grosseto, where they end with the magnificent Pineta del Tombolo. Cala Violina” - Nature Reserve of Bandite di Scarlino Cala Violina is situated between Follonica and Punta Ala, in the Nature Reserve of Bandite di Scarlino and is one of the most beautiful beaches in the Maremma, accessible only on foot or by bicycle walking along a scenic path in the Mediterranean scrub. An amazing beach wedged between two promontory with their turquoise transparent waters and scenic beauty. From 1st June to 15th September, the access to Cala Violina is only on reservation from the website https://www.calaviolinascarlino.it/index-english.html#home Local restaurants Ristorante da Antonietta on Via Colomo in Castiglione della Pescaia (+39 0564 933 661) is a small family-run restaurant with a terrace overlooking the boats in the port and ideal for lunch, 12.30–2pm. Try the fresh squid and the espeguetti alle sarde (sardine spaghetti). Osteria del Mare già Vòtapentoleon Via IV Novembre (+39 0564 934 763) is an intimate bistro in the historic centre; it's certainly worth the climb up through the narrow streets for sundowners and tasty local specialities on the panoramic terrace. Pizzeria Da Anna in Strada delle Rocchette (+39 3510 109 854) in the centre of Castiglione della Pescaia, is also a favourite with the locals and serves traditional Tuscan dishes.
L' ANDANA Slightly inland from the beaches of Castiglione della Pescaia is the historic villa than once belonged to the Grand Duke of Tuscany Leopold II of Lorraine. The villa has now been transformed into a luxury hotel and a great spot for a lovely lunch in the garden. Even just driving the majestic drive way flanked with century old cypress is worth the visit to l'Andana.
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