Lunigiana's most important attraction is La Verrucola, the famous castle of Fivizzano formerly inhabited by the late artist Pietro Cascella. Another noted castles are the Piagnaro in Pontremoli, the Rocca of Villafranca, and the Malaspina castle in the city of Massa. All these castles were used as residences and fortifications by which several branches of the dynasty defended the territory. No matter where you choose to spend your vacations in Lunigiana, you will never be far from spectacular scenery of the area. Enjoy a scenic drive to the popular Apuan Alps National Park which offers many breathtakingly beautiful walks, climbs and a range of exotic wildlife. The lovely town of Lucca is just 40 minutes drive away, and Pisa and Florence can also be reached in just over an hour. Easily accessible from holiday homes Lunigiana is the pristine Tuscan coast and its stunning palm fringed beaches where you can enjoy exhilarating water sports including sailing, scuba diving, surfing, kayaking. Other activities that you can enjoy in Lunigiana include golfing, skiing, trekking, and mountain climbing. If you are feeling more adventurous then you can explore the giant caves of Equi Terme, dating back to Mesolithic time. Get your body rejuvenated at Equi Terme's spa, which offers luxury skin treatments in its warm sulphur waters. Besides, trips can be made to the marble mountains of Carrara, where Michelangelo chose his stone for his greatest works.
Shopping in Lunigiana can be a very rewarding experience for vacationers. The area is known for its variety of shopping establishments where you can buy almost everything from good clothes, jewelry and shoes to books, fresh produce, local wines, and lovely handicrafts and wooden items. Not all shopping is confined to the big branded stores and swanky boutiques but there is a great deal of local antique and specialty markets where you can get some fabulous bargain deals. Your vacation in holiday villas Lunigiana is incomplete without dining at the excellent restaurants in the area, which serve sumptuous regional specialties along with many international delicacies as well. Try out the fine Tuscany wines in the lively pubs and bars while listening to some great music playing in the background.