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Located in the province of Grosseto, Seggiano rises out of this hills and is a place of historic and natural beauty, secretly tucked between the hills of Monte Amiata and Val d’Orcia, the ‘green valley’.
When you first enter Seggiano you will notice how its ancient buildings are framed by the silvery-speared leaves of olive trees and this scene is very much the essence of your Seggiano holiday.
Seggiano was founded in the early 10th century by the ancient people of Etruria, which is still exemplified in the beautiful walls and three gates that enclose this medieval village. Imposing religious Renaissance architecture is dotted in and around the village, including a Renaissance church, an old Fransiscan convent, and a lovingly-restored medieval castle, Castello del Potentino.
Seggiano has quietly dedicated itself to traditional agriculture for generations, with viticulture and olive cultivation being a focal point of the community culture. Most of the local people have a handful of trees, and they all come together in the autumn to celebrate the all-important la raccolta delle olive (olive harvest).
During your holiday in Seggiano you must try its own special olive variety, the olivastra seggianese. This dates back to the Middle Ages when it was originally planted by Benedictine monks, and the olivastra seggianese today boasts a much-coveted D.O.P. label.
When you are not feasting on the many deliciously local treats during your Seggiano holiday, you can amble around the deciduous forests that are home to wild boar and deer or hike and picnic in the picturesque slopes.
For a hidden gem holiday in Tuscany, the slow pace of Seggiano is sure to delight you.
The majority of international flights arrive into Pisa airport (PSA). Direct flights to Pisa are available from Belfast, Bristol, East Midlands, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Leeds Bradford, Liverpool, London Gatwick, London Heathrow, London Luton, London Stansted, Manchester and Newcastle and take approximately 2 hours.
Tuscany is predominantly a summer destination, with the main tourist season generally running from April to October. Temperatures are at their hottest in July and August, this is also when Tuscany is at its busiest. However, Tuscany also enjoys a mild climate in spring and autumn with temperatures rarely going beneath 20 degrees which makes it perfect for visiting at the beginning or end of season too. The coast has wonderful sea breezes and the hilltop towns are much cooler than the lower countryside villages. The best time to visit is during the quieter season, from April to June and September to October when the weather is good, prices are a bit lower and there are fewer crowds. There are many festivals and events throughout the year in Tuscany and Easter and Christmas are always busy.
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