MAGLIANO IN TUSCANY
There are few villages in Maremma with an interesting history like that of Magliano in Toscana. The town is surrounded by archaeological sites and necropolises that tell of an ancient past, from the Iron Age to the Roman Empire. The first settlements around Magliano in Toscana date back to the 6th century BC.
The village of Pitigliano has medieval origins, it was founded by the Aldobraneeschi in the 11th century, who built the fortress and a curtain wall.
Unlike the other villages in the Maremma, Magliano in Toscana is completely surrounded by its ancient city walls, which have survived almost intact today. The city walls were built by the Aldobrandeschi and restored by the Sienese during the 15th century.
Imposing and evocative, the city walls of Magliano in Toscana are one of its most particular and important elements, helping to make the city unique in its kind.
If you are a lover of good wine, you cannot leave Magliano in Toscana without having tasted, and perhaps purchased, its typical products, such as Morellino di Scansano, to which a “Vinellando” festival is also dedicated at the end of August.
TO BE SEEN
The tour of Magliano in Toscana starts from its walls, whose medieval roots have been carefully and faithfully preserved by the Sienese from 1358 onwards.
Follow Corso Garibaldi, the main street of Magliano, up to Porta di San Martino to enjoy a spectacular view of the countryside.
In October you can sit here and watch the farmers pick the olives by hand.
The Church of San Martino, in the nearby square, has outside a flower bed with rosemary bushes, used by housewives as well as by the cooks of the local restaurants.
The church dating back to the 11th century has a modest Romanesque design and was built with blocks of local travertine.
In the light, the facade appears to be a faded grey, but is actually a mix of pastel blue, brown and pink.
Inside on the right side of the presbytery, there is a framed painting of St. William of Aquitaine and St. Catherine of Alexandria.
Up close you can see traces of an older work, on which the unknown artist painted in the 16th century.
Continue along Corso Garibaldi towards Piazza della Repubblica, where the new Magliano meets the old.
This is the square where the summer parties are held and it is perfect for spending a siesta exchanging digestive tips.
The Church of San Giovanni Battista is in the center of the square, where its façade, restored in 1471 in the Sienese style, stands out.
Inside, the imposing paintings are overwhelmed by the stucco statues of St. John the Baptist and St. Andrew the Apostle, so white that they glow in the dark.
The travertine baptismal font, exquisitely carved with Renaissance motifs, dates back to 1493.
The last stop of your walk is the palace of Checco il Bello. It was once the country home of the powerful 14th-century Monaldeschi family from Orvieto, but the building takes its name from a 20th-century inhabitant, Francesco Salvi, so nicknamed.
Next door, the Archaeological Documentation Center (15 June – 15 September: 4pm-8pm; 0564 593056; free) has a small collection of Roman coins, bronze statuettes, lead ingots and Etruscan ceramics, found during excavations local archaeologists.
NOT TO BE MISSED IN MAGLIANO IN TOSCANA
PHOTO OF MAGLIANO IN TUSCANY
Walk in Magliano in Tuscany
If you are in the Argentario area or in the Fiora valley area, you cannot fail to visit the village of Magliano in Toscana, one of the few in the region to have almost intact walls. Walking along the illuminated walls until you reach the historic center is certainly an experience worth trying, and perhaps ending with an excellent dinner in one of the little places where you can eat outdoors...
Magliano, delightful village
In Magliano in Toscana you can breathe an atmosphere of peace and serenity... the walkway on the walls is beautiful, especially at sunset, with a wonderful view of the hills, the olive groves, the vineyards, truly beautiful! The food and wine experience is also excellent, with many small restaurants where you can savor the extraordinary traditional Maremma cuisine...
Breathtaking panorama
From the walkway on the walls the view is truly magical, from the sea to the countryside, unforgettable! Magliano boasts one of the most beautiful city walls in Tuscany, built by the Aldobrandeschi and fortified by the Sienese in 1323...
Magliano in Tuscany... not to be missed
You absolutely cannot miss a visit to the village of Magliano in Toscana, it is one of the most fascinating villages you can visit in Maremma! The view from the walls is beautiful, the walls themselves are evocative, of medieval origin, the village is beautiful... worth visiting!
Marvelous!
Magliano in Toscana is one of the most interesting villages in the Maremma, even before arriving in the village you can admire a wonderful view of the walls that surround the ancient town, still in excellent condition today! Walking inside the walls also offers the opportunity to see a wonderful panorama of the Tuscan countryside, the Argentario and the islands of the Tuscan Archipelago.
Walk in Magliano in Tuscany
If you are in the Argentario area or in the Fiora valley area, you cannot fail to visit the village of Magliano in Toscana, one of the few in the region to have almost intact walls. Walking along the illuminated walls until you reach the historic center is certainly an experience worth trying, and perhaps ending with an excellent dinner in one of the little places where you can eat outdoors...
Magliano, delightful village
In Magliano in Toscana you can breathe an atmosphere of peace and serenity... the walkway on the walls is beautiful, especially at sunset, with a wonderful view of the hills, the olive groves, the vineyards, truly beautiful! The food and wine experience is also excellent, with many small restaurants where you can savor the extraordinary traditional Maremma cuisine...
Breathtaking panorama
From the walkway on the walls the view is truly magical, from the sea to the countryside, unforgettable! Magliano boasts one of the most beautiful city walls in Tuscany, built by the Aldobrandeschi and fortified by the Sienese in 1323...
Magliano in Tuscany... not to be missed
You absolutely cannot miss a visit to the village of Magliano in Toscana, it is one of the most fascinating villages you can visit in Maremma! The view from the walls is beautiful, the walls themselves are evocative, of medieval origin, the village is beautiful... worth visiting!
Marvelous!
Magliano in Toscana is one of the most interesting villages in the Maremma, even before arriving in the village you can admire a wonderful view of the walls that surround the ancient town, still in excellent condition today! Walking inside the walls also offers the opportunity to see a wonderful panorama of the Tuscan countryside, the Argentario and the islands of the Tuscan Archipelago.
HOW TO GET TO MAGLIANO IN TUSCANY
Magliano in Toscana is a municipality in the Maremma, in the province of Grosseto. Magliano is 30 km from Grosseto, 168 km from Rome and 455 km from Milan.
It is possible to reach Magliano in Toscana by train, the closest railway stations are those of Grosseto, 30 km away and Orbetello, 21 km away, from the stations it is possible to continue towards Magliano by bus with the Tiemme line.
The main airport is Rome Fiumicino, 152 km away.
For those coming by car from the south, it is advisable to follow the A12 motorway towards Civitavecchia, continue on the SS1 Aurelia towards Grosseto and exit on the SS323 in the direction of Magliano in Toscana. For those coming from the north, take the A12 Genova-Livorno to the Rosignano Marittimo exit, continue on the SS1 Aurelia towards Rome and then on the SS323 towards Magliano in Toscana.
WHERE TO EAT
In Magliano in Toscana you will find many clubs and restaurants where you can savor the excellent local Maremma cuisine, from the most romantic restaurants to inns, passing through farmhouses in the countryside, for a 360° food and wine experience. Let’s start with Guido’s restaurant, historic restaurant in Magliano in Toscana, perfect for lovers of traditional Maremma cuisine, beautiful rooms with exposed wooden beams – Via Roma 18 – tel. 0564592447, the Sandra’s restaurant, in the heart of the historic centre, is a welcoming family-run restaurant, open since 1978, particularly appreciated for its traditional Maremma cuisine, in particular the potato tortelli with truffles and the wild boar with Morellino – Via Giuseppe Garibaldi 20 – tel. 0564592196. If you are looking for genuine and traditional flavours, you can also try theAncient Trattoria Aurora, another historic restaurant in the heart of the Tuscan village, elegant and welcoming – Via Chiasso Lavagnini – tel. 0564592774, the La Poventa restaurant is located in the main street of Magliano in Toscana, it offers simple and genuine cuisine – Via Giuseppe Garibaldi 29 – tel. 0564593030. If you are looking for a more characteristic solution, it is definitely worth a visit Cellar of Cecco, excellent wines and simple and genuine dishes – Via Giordano Bruno 1- tel. 3289710649, the Ghigo’s restaurant it is perfect for lovers of Tuscan cuisine and offers a splendid view of the Argentario and the islands of the Tuscan Archipelago – Piazza Cappellini 4 – tel. 0564589643, for pizza lovers, Pizza Movie, pizzeria restaurant which also offers excellent fish dishes – Via XX Settembre – tel. 0564592574. The Torre del Gusto restaurant, inside the Uccellina estate in the Maremma Park, combines agritourism, nature and traditional Maremma dishes – Loc. Collecchio – tel. 0564597104, we end on a high note with Bosco Felice, an organic farm for tasting the farm’s products, including strong dishes, grilled meats, roasts, porchetta, baked pasta, vegetables and homemade desserts – Loc. Banditella 1 – tel. 3283603329.
WHERE TO SLEEP
EVENTS
Vinellando
August
Vinellando is a celebration for wine lovers. Every year, the best labels are sipped by experts to choose the best Morellino di Scansano of the year. The rest of the festival is full of food stands,
wine tastings and live entertainment.
Vox Mundi Festival
June August
Vox Mundi is a celebration of world music, with a cast of international artists holding outdoor concerts in most of Magliano’s scenic spots. Tickets can be purchased online or at the tourist office (0564 593056).
