Alto Mugello is a border land between Tuscany and Emilia-Romagna, characterized by enchanting villages, mountain landscapes and ancient traditions. Here, time seems to pass more slowly, offering cool summers, paths immersed in nature and genuine gastronomy.

Marradi, Palazzuolo sul Senio and Firenzuola are the three main villages in the area, each with a fascinating history and unique cultural heritage.

⭐ MARRADI: The Country of Dino Campana and the Chestnuts

Situated among chestnut woods and rolling hills, Marradi is a village famous for its literary and gastronomic tradition. Here was born the poet Dino Campana, author of the Canti Orfici , whose visionary atmospheres still seem to envelop the town.

Points of Interest

• Medieval historic center with charming streets and artisan workshops.

• Dino Campana's house, with installations dedicated to the poet.

• Trekking trails in the chestnut woods, with routes suitable for everyone.

Events and Traditions

Chestnut Festival (October)
One of the most anticipated events of the Tuscan autumn, where you can taste roasted chestnuts, castagnacci, tortelli di marroni and chestnut beer.
The Marrone di Marradi is an IGP product, recognized among the best in Italy.

Witches' Night (August)
A magical evening of itinerant shows, medieval reenactments and a hunt for "hags".
Mysterious atmospheres and ancient legends come to life in the streets of the village.

⭐ PALAZZUOLO SUL SENIO: One of the Most Beautiful Villages in Italy

Palazzuolo sul Senio is an authentic jewel of the Apennines, one of the least populated municipalities in the province of Florence, but with great historical and landscape richness.

Founded in 1300 by the Ubaldini family, the village was later ceded to the Florentine Republic. Its medieval charm has led it to be included among the "Most Beautiful Villages in Italy".

Points of Interest

• Palazzo dei Capitani, in the historic center, home to the Alto Mugello Archaeological Museum and the Museum of Rural Civilization and Mountain People.

• Ancient churches and oratories, such as the Church of Santo Stefano, with fifteenth-century frescoes.

• Trekking and mountain bike trails, with splendid views of the Senio Valley.

Events and Traditions

Medieval Festivals (July)
Historical reenactments with knights, medieval craftsmen and fire shows.
A journey into the past among banquets and period costumes.

Chestnut Festivals (October)
Marroni and chestnuts are the protagonists with markets and tastings.

Food and Wine Festivals (June - Summer)
Events dedicated to typical local products such as mushrooms, truffles and mountain cheeses.

⭐ FIRENZUOLA: The Gateway to Tuscan Romagna

Firenzuola, located 442 meters above sea level between Bologna and Florence, is the largest municipality in Tuscany. This village has a history linked to the defense of the Via Flaminia Minore, an ancient Roman road that crossed the Apennines.

During the Second World War, Firenzuola was almost completely destroyed because it was located along the Gothic Line, the German defensive fortification. Today, the town has been rebuilt, but still preserves the evidence of a past of war and resilience.

Points of Interest

• Abbey of Moscheta
  A Benedictine abbey founded in 1000, surrounded by woods and streams.
  Recommended activities: horseback riding, trekking in the beech woods, picnics in the surrounding meadows.

• Pietra Serena Museum
  A collection dedicated to the artisanal tradition of working pietra serena, a typical material of the area.

• German Cemetery of Futa Pass
  One of the most important memorials of the Second World War, with over 30,000 German soldiers buried.

• Covigliaio Natural Oasis
  A protected area of 800 hectares, perfect for nature lovers and birdwatchers.

• The Santerno River
  Perfect for cooling off in the summer, with waterfalls and natural pools surrounded by greenery.

Food and wine of the Upper Mugello

These villages offer genuine and authentic cuisine, with typical dishes linked to mountain products:

Mugello potato tortelli, served with meat sauce or butter and sage.
Farro and legume soups, perfect for cooler days.
Porcini mushrooms and truffles, protagonists of many local dishes.
Local cheeses and cured meats, including mountain pecorino.
Chestnut-based desserts, such as castagnaccio and chestnut cake.

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