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Explore all of our secret destinations in Tuscany — wild thermal baths, medieval villages, Etruscan trails, Maremma vineyards and much more. Each entry has its rating, how to get there and what you need to know before going.
Ramsar wetland of 1,277 hectares between Grosseto and Castiglione della Pescaia, the last remnant of Lake Prile, rich in birds; its visitor center is the Casa Rossa Ximenes built in 1765 [regione.toscana.it](https://www.…
A medieval village perched on the heights, an active fishing port and a Blue Flag coastline lined with pine woods and campsites: the village blends heritage and seaside resort
Vetulonia, an Etruscan village in the Maremma, is part of the three archaeological parks along with Cosa and Roselle and hosts ongoing excavations at the Domus dei Dolia
Golden sand, clear water and a shaded pine grove facing the historic fort of the Rocchette, in Castiglione della Pescaia
The Tumulo della Pietrera, in Vetulonia, combines two superimposed tombs and a central omphalos pillar, in a Maremma free of crowds
Free spring festival in a rural hamlet of Castiglione della Pescaia, with stalls of seasonal specialties, live music, activities for children and a craft market
At Vetulonia, the Mura dell'Arce are cyclopean walls of Etruscan construction that mark out the acropolis of the ancient city
At Vetulonia, the Isidoro Falchi Museum presents Etruscan artifacts of local origin, from Villanovan urns to orientalizing jewelry, spanning several millennia
In Vetulonia, the Etruscan stele of the warrior Auvele Feluske shows a fighter with a Corinthian helmet and shield
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RestaurantsWhere to eat around Vetulonia9 restaurants within 12 km
Wine tastingsTastings around Vetulonia13 tastings within 12 km
AgriturismosAgriturismos around Vetulonia19 agriturismos within 12 km
AccommodationsWhere to stay around Vetulonia43 accommodations within 12 km
BoatsBoats around Vetulonia45 boats within 25 kmExplore
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Hidden Tuscany is an independent travel guide devoted to authentic Tuscany, far from the saturated tourist circuits. Our directory lists the places we have personally visited and documented: free-access wild hot springs, inhabited medieval villages, little-known Etruscan trails, discreet wineries, restaurants of trattoria family-run.
Each listing is rated on five criteria — authenticity, accessibility, value for money, photogenic quality and overall experience — to help you prioritize your visits according to your expectations. Whether you are planning a weekend in the Maremma, a thermal stay in Saturnia, a tour of the tuff villages or an exploration of the Etruscan coast, our directory is designed to be your starting point.
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