Day 1 — Ingenuity, history and flavours in Pitigliano
Your journey through the Maremma begins with the discovery of the Medici Aqueduct of Pitigliano. Let yourself be impressed by the Renaissance ingenuity carved into the tuff. Its majestic arches remind you how water, precious, has shaped life here. A whisper of history in the wild Maremma, where stone and water meet. It is a marvel of engineering and history, offering an unforgettable visual and cultural experience.
Then, dive into history by exploring Pitigliano, nicknamed Little Jerusalem. During your private tour of the Jewish Ghetto, you will be guided to this unique place where history nestles in the hollow of the rock. This fascinating town, perched on its tuff spur, holds a well-kept secret: its ancient Jewish ghetto. A deep immersion into a past of tolerance and coexistence awaits you, far from clichés. You will explore the narrow alleys and the underground spaces carved directly into the rock.
The day concludes on a gourmet note with a unique Ciliegiolo tasting and a visit to an organic winery. The fresh air of the Maremma caresses your skin while the silhouette of Pitigliano rises before you. A smell of damp earth and ripe vines seizes you, promising stories of terroirs and passion. You set your steps towards the Sassotondo winery. Between the green rows of vines, your guide tells you the story of Ciliegiolo, this ancient and rare grape variety that whispers the secrets of the Maremma.
Day 2 — Etruscan paths and flavours of the Maremma
Your steps resonate between the mossy walls of the Via Cava di San Rocco, an Etruscan path carved into the tuff. The air is fresh and humid, and history whispers its secrets to you in this raw sensory immersion. This mysterious and photogenic Via Cava offers you an authentic and free experience, far from the crowds. You then continue your Etruscan adventure in Sovana. Beneath the roots, you explore, whispering to the tombs and the centuries-old paths. The crumbly tuff under your feet, the fresh air laden with a soft humidity that smells of earth and ancient moss envelops you. The sun filters through the canopy, creating shafts of light on the volcanic rock, and a shiver runs down your spine in the face of this silent history. At the end of the day, you reach the Agriturismo Locanda Pantanello in Pitigliano. Picture yourself far from the tumult, in the heart of a more secret Tuscany, where time seems suspended. It is a haven of peace, a promise of authenticity nestled in the gentle hills of the Maremma. Pantanello's old stone farmhouse, guardian of the hills of Pitigliano, welcomes you, each stone telling a story.On a été bluffés par Pitigliano au coucher du soleil — la lumière sur le tuf, un verre de Sangiovese en terrasse, on n'a pas eu envie de repartir.
— Claire
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