Casciana Terme
Numerous building of architectural interest rise in Casciana Terme territory, such as the church of Santa Maria Assunta. Yet, the town is famous for its baths, above all.
The town of Casciana Terme is in the province of Pisa and has a population of about 3,000 inhabitants. Numerous building of architectural interest rise in its territory, such as the church of Santa Maria Assunta. Yet, the town is famous for its baths, above all.
Around the IV century, a village called "Castrum ad Aquis" already existed and this leads to think that the remarkable properties of its bath had already been known since the remotest times of the Middle Ages or even before. Until the XII century, the territory was included in the estate of Count Ugone. Then, it was given to the church of Morrona and to the Camaldolese friars, until the latter ceded it to the archbishopric of Pisa in 1135.
Since the XIV century, the village had to deal with the war between the Pisans and the Florentines who took it by storm and set it on fire in 1362. Lastly, in 1515, Casciana entered the Republic of Florence at the time the Grand Duchy was extending to towards the modern provinces of Siena and Pisa. During the Grand Duchy era, Casciana was added to the Vicariate of Peccioli and, later, to the Vicariate of Lari in 1776.
From this moment on, the tourism growth of the town started and it attracted the noble and wealthy families from all around Italy thanks to the Spa and to the thriving of the accommodation activity. The construction of the Gran Hotel delle Terme, inaugurated in 1012, was particularly important. In 1927, Casciana Terme definitively acquired its status of autonomous town.
The development of the thermal activity was due to Matilde di Canossa, above all, to whom one of the two springs is dedicated. The countess also became famous for hosting the historic meeting between Pope Gregorio VI and Henry IV, during which the emperor humiliated himself and kneeled at the feet of the pope. The legend tells that this noble woman had a blackbird that was very ill and that it recovered after it submerged in the hot waters of the thermal springs near the house of the countess. That was when she discovered its properties and settled them to be restored.
Actually, the Romans probably already knew the baths that were also known before the XII century. Federico di Montefeltro built the first establishments in 1311 and both the Medici and the Lorraine restored and improved them. Moreover, in 1870, the architect Poggi, the famous relizer of Piazzale Michelangelo in Florence, worked on new modernization projects of the structure.
Today, the baths are constituted of two springs. One is called of the "Mathelda" and the experts consider it as one of the best of the peninsula for its therapeutic properties and it spills out at a temperature of 36 ° C. The other one is called "San Leopoldo" and is used for mineral water cures.
Casciana Terme Spa Village
Set in the enchanted beauty of the Tuscan hills, with its over one thousand years of history Casciana Terme is one of the many small masterpieces that the people of Tuscany have over the centuries helped to build and to preserve.
Hard-working people, a cuisine which preserves the authentic quality of the local products, a landscape of vineyards producing wines of quality above suspicion, which are today attracting the notice of the leading Italian viticulturists and wine experts.
At the centre of Casciana Terme is the Piazza, since time immemorial the hub of town life and the many events which go on here, a place to gather for a chat, have an aperitif at the Gran Caffè or at Zia Bruna’s, where designer clothes and casual wear mingle with perfect ease.
Besides the façade of the church, which occupies one side, the main feature of the piazza is the frontal of the Terme di Casciana, designed by the architect Poggi in 1870.
Terme di Casciana is a place in which to enjoy well-being independent of one’s individual needs: psychophysical well-being or classic spa treatments, to prevent or treat pathological conditions or undertake motor rehabilitation for those needing to recuperate after injuries or surgical operations of any kind.
Casciana Terme: discover the surroundings
Accommodations in the area
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- San Gimignano (Siena)
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31 km from Casciana Terme
Agriturismo Cesani
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Azienda Agricola Biologica Cesani is an organic farm nestled in the rolling hills of the Tuscan countryside, in the tiny country hamlet of Pancole, 6 km to the medieval town of San Gimignano. -
- San Gimignano (Siena)
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35 km from Casciana Terme
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Provides comfortable accommodation in 6 double bedrooms and two Suites -
- San Gimignano (Siena)
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37 km from Casciana Terme
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This ancient farmhouse has been recently renovated and divided into eleven double rooms and two Suites, where the magic atmosphere of past times is perfectly blended with modern comforts. -
- Colle Val D'Elsa (Siena)
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38 km from Casciana Terme
La Pieve
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Framed by olive trees and a wood, it fosters a direct dialogue with nature in complete relaxation where they contemplate and enjoy the stillness in private and unique spaces. -
- Viareggio (Lucca)
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43 km from Casciana Terme
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Ideal solution for small groups or families looking for a villa for rent not far from the sea in a context of absolute privacy. -
- Lucca (Lucca)
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43 km from Casciana Terme
Historic Villa Lucca 12 beds pool
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Set on 350 square meters in a dominant position offers a unique view of the hills of Tuscany. -
- Massarosa (Lucca)
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44 km from Casciana Terme
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Perfect solution for those that search the real authentic Tuscany staying in the hills but not far from the Versilia sea. -
- Massarosa (Lucca)
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47 km from Casciana Terme
Farmhouse Massarosa 14 beds pool
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An oasis of peace for those looking for a stay in the Tuscan hills while staying close to the sea. Perfect for a relaxing holiday in close contact with nature. -
- Camaiore (Lucca)
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50 km from Casciana Terme
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Eighteenth-century villa located in a picturesque area of the Tuscan hills at the foot of the Apuan Alps, the villa has a park with swimming pool and tennis court.
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The spacious suites of the villa embellished with charming details and enhanced by modern comforts will make your stay an unforgettable experience. -
- Camaiore (Lucca)
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50 km from Casciana Terme
Villa Pieve di Camaiore 8 beds pool
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The villa is ideal for those looking for an oasis of absolute peace and relaxation guaranteed by the elevated position and the external fence in style. -
- Massarosa (Lucca)
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50 km from Casciana Terme
Villa Massarosa 10 beds pool
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Perfect solution to stay in the green hills of Tuscany, 3 km from the golden beaches of Versilia -
- Camaiore (Lucca)
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51 km from Casciana Terme
Restored Farmhouse Camaiore 9 beds pool
Beautiful fully restored farmhouse located on the hills of Camaiore. The villa is surrounded by a park of 2500 square meters in which is inserted the beautiful pool.
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Thanks to the dominant position on the valley from the farmhouse you can enjoy a beautiful 360 ° panoramic view. -
- Camaiore (Lucca)
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51 km from Casciana Terme
Villa Prato di Sopra Camaiore 10 beds pool
This villa is really some thing special, perched on the top of a hill the views are endlessly breath taking.
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- Camaiore (Lucca)
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51 km from Casciana Terme
Villa Camaiore Hills 7 beds pool
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- Camaiore (Lucca)
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51 km from Casciana Terme
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