Peccioli
In the town of Peccioli, founded in the Middle age, you can visit the Beyond preserving its medieval structure, Peccioli includes a territory rich in rural landscapes and ancient small villages.
The municipality of Peccioli is in the province of Pisa and it is located on a height in the Val d' Era at 144 m asl of altitude. With a population of about 4000 inhabitants, this city has many medieval buildings. The St. Verano's parish, the Peccioli's chapel and the Palazzo Pretorio are among them.
In the town of Peccioli, founded in the Middle age, you can visit the Beyond preserving its medieval structure, Peccioli includes a territory rich in rural landscapes and ancient small villages, such as Cedri, Ghizzano, Fabbrica, Montecchio, Libbiano and Legoli.
The castle of Peccioli belonged to the Gherardesca Counts. These powerful feudatories handed the fortalice over to the Episcopate of Volterra in the XII century. During those years, Peccioli appeared as one of Volterra's ramparts against the expansion of Pisa until 1163, when the latter could seize it and dominate it.
The Volterra's curia had no intention to lose its ancient property and it went under the protection of Florence after the defeat suffered by Pisa in Meloria in 1284. in exchange, the bishop got the possibility to excise duties on the copper and the salt coming from the mines of the district.
With the peace of Fucecchio in 1293, the village was eventually given back to the Pisans without its defensive walls.
The year 1406 was crucial for almost all the Pisan centres because Florence established and consolidated its supremacy over them. Peccioli had the same destiny of the surrounding areas and participated to the numerous XV-century risings.
In 1431, for instance, it rebelled taking advantage from the arrival of the Visconti's Milanese troops led by Niccolò Piccinino. In the XVI century, when Florence was besieged by the Spanish militias, it harboured the Prince of Orange's troops.
Finally, it surrendered to the Medici's Tuscan Grand Duchy who were substituted by the Lorraine family until the Unity of Italy. Today, Peccioli preserves its peculiar characteristics as an agricultural centre, even though there has been a remarkable intensification of the manufacturing activity during the last century.
Galileo Galilei Astronomical Observatory
The Galileo Galilei Astronomical Observatory is run by the Galilei Amateur Astronomers Association. It only provides guided tours for groups by advance booking. Info: Commune of Peccioli.
The activity of the association includes a lecture on the celestial motions given in the planetarium, the projection of slides of the main celestial bodies, and a guided tour of the observatory. The Galilei Association has decided to expand its educational activity through a series of guided tours for primary and secondary school students. Educational paths can be chosen from a selection which is periodically updated. The list of the available subjects can be requested upon reservation. A few technical data: dome diameter 4.25 m; weight of mounting 830 kg.
Prehistoric Park
Opening hours: September to March open daily from 9.00am to 12.00 and from 2.00pm to 6.30pm; April to August from 9.00am to 7.00pm. Admission: € 4.00; concessions for school groups € 3.00; guided tours available.
Just outside the village of Peccioli, not far from a Franciscan monastery, the Ghironi family created a Prehistoric Park after a large number of fossils was discovered in their property. The park has gained international renown with its eighteen dinosaur types reproduced life-size in fibreglass-reinforced plastic. These include the brachiosaurus, the tyrannosaurus and many others. Each specimen is accompanied by an explanatory panel describing the dinosaur''s origin, habits and the place where the fossils were discovered.
INFO: www.parcopreistorico.it
Peccioli: discover the surroundings
Accommodations in the area
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- San Gimignano (Siena)
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23 km from Peccioli
Agriturismo Cesani
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.
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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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28 km from Peccioli
Agriturismo Villa il Palagetto
Agriturismo Villa il Palagetto located in the vicinity of the medieval centre of San Gimignano, nestled in the rolling hills of the gorgeous Tuscan countryside.
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Provides comfortable accommodation in 6 double bedrooms and two Suites -
- San Gimignano (Siena)
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29 km from Peccioli
Agriturismo la Lucciolaia
In the vicinity of the medieval centre of San Gimignano, nestled in the rolling hills of the gorgeous Tuscan countryside, Agriturismo La Lucciolaia is perfectly located for exploring Tuscany's most prized art towns.
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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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32 km from Peccioli
La Pieve
La Pieve, charming farmhouse located on the hills of Val d'Elsa, between Volterra and San Gimignano, along the Via Francigena, in the heart of the Tuscan countryside, with its luxuriant nature and rich history.
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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. -
- Lucca (Lucca)
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43 km from Peccioli
Historic Villa Lucca 12 beds pool
Historic villa 14 km from the center of Lucca immersed in the green of the Tuscan vineyards and olive groves, it has a private swimming pool and a large park.
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Set on 350 square meters in a dominant position offers a unique view of the hills of Tuscany. -
- Firenze (Florence)
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46 km from Peccioli
Marignolle relais & charme
The charming Marignolle Relais & Charme, nestled the hills of Florence, is the ideal solution for those who want a place of excellence and relaxation and love peace and privacy without the amenities of a luxury hotel.
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Marignolle Relais & Charme is especially appreciated by travelers looking for style and tradition by offering deluxe rooms or junior suites in a refined, with superior comforts and impeccable services that make this relais an excellence of Florence. -
- Massarosa (Lucca)
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47 km from Peccioli
Stone Farmhouse Massarosa 8 beds pool
Stone farmhouse in typical Tuscan style skilfully and elegantly renovated in a dominant position on the hills of Massarosa with spectacular views that reach the sea of Tuscany. The farmhouse has a swimming pool with whirlpool.
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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. -
- Viareggio (Lucca)
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47 km from Peccioli
Villa Torre del Lago 5 beds
Typical Tuscan farmhouse for rent in Torre del Lago, Massaciuccoli area with 3 bedrooms and 5 beds, just 1 km from the Tuscany coast.
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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. -
- Massarosa (Lucca)
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50 km from Peccioli
Farmhouse Massarosa 14 beds pool
Beautiful ancient Tuscan farmhouse completely renovated located on Tuscan hills 10 km from the golf course of Versilia. The villa can accommodate up to 14 people.
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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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53 km from Peccioli
Charming villa Tuscany coast 14 beds pool
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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53 km from Peccioli
Villa Pieve di Camaiore 8 beds pool
Luxury and charming villa with swimming pool for rent surrounded by the green hills of Camaiore not far from the sea of the Tuscan coast.
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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. -
- Camaiore (Lucca)
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53 km from Peccioli
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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53 km from Peccioli
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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This villa is really some thing special, perched on the top of a hill the views are endlessly breath taking. -
- Siena (Siena)
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53 km from Peccioli
Agriturismo Marciano
Agriturimo Marciano : an exlusive opportunity, two holidays at the place of only one. stay in the country and life downtown. Marciano is located near the walls of the Middle Age town of Siena.
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Five confortable double rooms and a suite with a beautiful sight on the Siena Duomo -
- Camaiore (Lucca)
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53 km from Peccioli
Villa Camaiore Hills 7 beds pool
Wonderful villa with swimming pool surrounded by greenery, tranquility and privacy of the Pieve di Camaiore about 10 km from the sea of the Tuscan coast.
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The villa has all the comforts necessary to ensure an unforgettable stay in Tuscany and is the ideal solution for small groups up to 7 people who want to stay in the countryside but not far from the sea of Versilia.
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