Massarosa: An Ancient Town with Picturesque Landscape
Massarosa is a municipality in Tuscany, Italy, which has sixteen charming hamlets. It is also popular stopover for those who are touring Pisa and Lucca. Its rolling hills, lush plains, and tranquil lake all contribute to its allure. Its rich Roman history is evidenced by the plenty of archeological remains in the area.
Best Time to Visit
Massarossa hosts a lot of festivals, such as the Fish Festival of Massarosa held every August and the Frog and Snail Festival every September. The Mondine and Fried Quartuccio Festival celebrated during October is also another event that this town holds to showcase its diverse culinary richness. Due to these cultural events and the fair-weather condition during this season, expect that you will have to pay more for your tours and Massarosa accommodations.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Aside from enjoying the breeze in this rustic town, tourists are also encouraged to admire the Roman Villa of Massaciuccoli Archaeological Site situated on the slopes of Mount Aquilata and overlooking the Lake Massaciuccoli. This archeological site is an indication of how affluent and significant the town used to be back in the 8th century. Massarosa also houses the Parish Church of San Pantaleone, which is considered to be the most beautiful Romanesque church in town. For your Massarosa accommodation needs, Versilia Lido | Una Esperienze offers a relaxing wellness center, which you can maximize after a long day of touring. You can also stay at the Hotel Ristorante La Chandelle, which lies at the heart of the town and is within a few minutes away from popular attraction sites.