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It is an Idea that I suggest visiting the Sambuca Castle
in the Pistoia area
The Idea is useful for these who love walking greenery and the atmosphere that only nature gives you
Sambuca Castle
It can be found starting from the Capital of Pistoia by taking the SS 64
Magical place surrounded by greenery and silence if you are looking for tranquility and a slow holiday
From Pistoia you can get there in 30 min by car.
The town is a small semi – inhabited village surrounded by woods
Here you will find the Sambuca castle on a bridge perched in a dominant position. You can find the remains of the castle of the same name of which the fortress remains
Footpath
The CAI suggest three paths that can be followed in this area
155 Tour of the Lakes or basins in the area : Lake Pratignano Scaffaiolo Tavianella The Pavana Basin Suviana Brasimone
163 Via Francesca della Sambuca route that connectd Pistoia to Bologna
How to get there
How to get there is simple :
You take the Massarosa entrance enter the motorway towards Florence exit at Pistoia.
Take ss 64 towards Sambuca Pistoiese
A Trip to by car it will take approximately 1 h 30 minutes
Castles in Tuscany
Castles in Tuscany are important presence especially for our history linked to the Middle Ages because Tuscany is not just sea island coasts and rolling hills.
There are areas especially in the Pistoiese area rich in Castles Fortress which take us back in time
Bring you the knowledge of unusual places and make you want to come and visit us
Tuscany has breathtaking landscapes extraordinary architectural buildings fortified walls imposing towers splaendid lakes and valleys
Tuscany is a painting where each image tells a unique story : story characters sieges battles secrets legends
Trip to Pistoia : Sambuca Pistoiese Castle. Place immersed in the woods a walk in nature through the past.
Sambuca Pistoiese is an enchanting village located in the Tuscan-Emilian Apennines, known for its uncontaminated natural landscape, medieval architecture and local traditions. Perfect for nature and hiking lovers, it offers paths, woods and a peaceful atmosphere. An ideal place for those looking for a holiday of relaxation and historical discovery.