Originally an
Etruscan village,
Castiglioncello stands on
a small headland at
the foot of the Livorno hills.
"The pearl of the
Tyrrhenian", this well-known
holiday resort has a charm
all its own. Seawatchers,
divers and fishermen flock
to this coast, along with
sailing and windsurfing
enthusiasts.
The marinas at Chioma
and Castiglioncello
provide an excellent base
for all kinds of leisure craft,
and well-organised sailing
clubs guarantee first-rate
services. Sheer red cliffs,
sheltered bays, bathing
beaches, coves washed by
crystal clear water and a
walk through the splendid
Marradi Pinewood, which
joins the charming Punta
Righini with Rosignano's
Marina. Castiglioncello's
beauty has inspired artists,
painters, writers and poets.
Celebrated by painters of
the Macchiaioli school,
favoured by many literary
and artistic personalities, it
is an important centre for
artistic and scientific events.
Every year cultural events,
dance seasons, literary and
philosophical awards and
international conferences are
held at Castello Pasquini.
Important cultural initiatives
take place at the Diego
Martelli Art Centre and at
the Communication Centre.
The historic Villa Celestina
is now a university centre
dedicated to marine and
environmental studies.
Located on the
Castiglioncello headland is
the Archaeological
Museum housing a newly
reorganised display of
important Etruscan finds
brought to light during
excavations carried out at
the beginning of the 1900s.
Close to the museum
stands the Medici Tower
and the 17th-century
Church of Sant'Andrea in
the small square of the
same name.
European
Union Blue Flag-winning
Castiglioncello is also a
centre for sports - watersports,
tennis and hiking
can all be enjoyed here.
The shady pinewood, its
air laden with woodland
scents, is an inviting place
for relaxing walks.
A wide choice of
accommodation offers oldfashioned
hospitality, and
high-quality cuisine can be
found in numerous
restaurants where freshcaught
fish is served.
La Festa del Pesce, held
in Caletta, is a not to be
missed event
for lovers of good food.
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