A green oasis to discover on foot, on horseback or by bike
The Maremma Natural Park extends over 9,000 hectares between the village of Principina a Mare and the historic village of Talamone.
It is a territory of unique charm where nature reigns. Wild and lush, here the typical Mediterranean vegetation of the Tuscan coast harmoniously coexists with the domestic environment created by man over the centuries. A special and very delicate balance.
The Natural Park of the Maremma is attentive to the conservation of the local biodiversity both animal and vegetable. The park’s goal is to protect and enhance the natural environments inside: from the plains of the butteri to the Uccellina Mountains, from the sandy beaches to the coastal pine forests.
Excursions in the Maremma Natural Park
Hiking in the Maremma Natural Park is possible all year round. You can find a map of the local trails at the Talamone Visitor Center or by consulting the website: parco-maremma.it.
Most of the routes are suitable for both adults and children, but there are also more challenging routes for hiking and mountain biking enthusiasts.The network of local bridleways is also highly developed, ie the routes to be tackled on horseback. In the park are often organized excursions for beginners and experts who want to visit the Maremma in the company of this beautiful animal, a symbol of the territory.
So, you can take part in guided tours or venture independently. Among the natural treasures to be discovered there are caves, small sandy beaches hidden by vegetation, ancient woods, ponds and marshy areas close to the rivers.
Flora and Fauna in the Maremma Natural Park
This variety of natural environments, such as that found in the Maremma Natural Park, brings with it an equally large variety of animal and plant species. The park is a real paradise for those who love contact with nature and want to observe the animals in their habitat.
Along the paths in the thick woods it is possible to come across traces of foxes, wild boars, fallow deer and roe deer. Instead in the wetlands there are numerous examples of waterfowl: herons, cranes, marsh hawks, osprey.
Panoramas in the Maremma Natural Park
Going to the top of the hills or headlands that protrude from the coast towards the sea you have the opportunity to admire breathtaking landscapes. The gaze is free to wander and to recognize the plains and marshes, the villages and the beaches.
Along the coast there are also several fortifications dating back to the Middle Ages, Renaissance or Grand Duchy. These high surveillance towers were used to control maritime traffic and defend the nearest villages in the event of an attack by Mediterranean pirates.
