Castles, sunsets, spas and hills: romantic Tuscany awaits you
If you dream of a vacation in Tuscany with the one you love, be ready to experience places that seem designed to inspire emotions. Between breathtaking views, villages suspended in time and unforgettable sunsets, here are 5 perfect experiences to bask in the magic of love.
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Sleeping in a castle
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Waiting for the sun to set over the sea
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Indulge in bathing in natural hot springs
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Getting lost in the hills of Chianti and Val d’Orcia
What could be more evocative than spending a night in a castle nestled in the quiet of the countryside? A plethora of Tuscan manors, embraced by cypress trees and hills, have been transformed into elegant residences or farmhouses. Here, the courtyards hold ancient stories and often a glass of wine with the owners becomes an unforgettable moment. Between stone walls and starry skies, medieval Tuscany is transformed into the perfect setting for a fairytale stay.
Few moments are as romantic as a setting sun sinking into the sea. From the beaches of the Maremma to the panoramas of the Tuscan Archipelago, each place is resplendent with different reflections and colors. The Island of Capraia, with its lighthouse and towers overlooking the harbor, is a privileged vantage point for watching the sun set between sky and water. A stroll hand in hand is enough to transport you far from everything, immersed in the beauty of the sea and silence.
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Indulge in bathing in natural hot springs
The thermal waters of Saturnia - Credit: Gonçalo Figueiredo
In Tuscany, love also flows in the warm waters that spring from the heart of the earth. The springs of Saturnia, Bagno Vignoni, Petriolo or San Filippo offer natural pools and steamy waterfalls where you can relax together, surrounded by nature. Diving into these 104 °F or 40 °C waters—perhaps in the evening when the air is crisp and steam envelops all—is an intimate and rejuvenating experience. It takes very little to turn a bath in hot springs into an indelible memory.
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Getting lost in the hills of Chianti and Val d’Orcia
The Chianti hills - Credit: Ambito Chianti
The rolling hills of Chianti and the picture-postcard landscapes of Val d’Orcia seem designed for lovers. Roads wind through vineyards, cypress trees and wheat fields, leading to villages such as Pienza, Montalcino or San Quirico d’Orcia, perfect for a stop with a view. Simply pack a picnic basket and stop under a tree, amid the scent of grass and the quietude of the countryside. And if you want something more unusual, the Maremma or Garfagnana offer the same poetry, but in a broader and more surprising version.
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Rediscovering the magic in medieval villages
The medieval village of Anghiari - Credit: Shutterstock / Emess
After a day of art and nature, there is nothing more romantic than walking along the cobblestone streets of a Tuscan village. With their secreted churches, hushed squares and intimate inns, quaint historic towns are the perfect place to experience the most authentic Tuscany. Forget the big cities for a moment to be embraced in the discreet charm of these places, where every turn is a new page of a love story.
