In recent years, sustainable tourism in contact with nature, in particular that linked to the "world of bikes", has become a fundamental economic resource for all of Tuscany.
Source: press release
It is an opportunity that the Castiglione della Pescaia area has not let slip by developing a series of projects and synergies that make it an ideal destination for all types of bikers, from enthusiasts to families.
The bike-friendly tourist offer of Castiglione della Pescaia is spread over several routes: the "Sentieri Castiglionesi", a network of 130km of trails that can be traveled all year round; the Rocchette, Santapomata and Maremma Sans Souci Camping Villages, oases of relaxation immersed in nature that offer innovative accommodation solutions, state-of-the-art sports facilities and private beaches; the territory of Castiglione, from the medieval village to one of the most beautiful coasts in Italy.
The Paths of Castiglione
The "Sentieri Castiglionesi" is a project created to support outdoor tourism and integrate it with other "tourisms in the area". It consists of 130km of tracks regularly marked and mapped with GPS, for 30 paths that can be downloaded thanks to a QR Code. The network of paths connects the hinterland and the coastal area, crossing the most fascinating places in the whole area of Castiglione della Pescaia , from the archaeological area of Vetulonia to the Diaccia Botrona nature reserve, up to the coast of Punta Ala.
The interactive and digitally consultable map indicates the places of interest in the area, the panoramic points, the Enduro descents and MTB routes, the water supply points and the e-Bike charging stations. It is a fundamental resource for bikers who want to explore the area, and is suitable for everyone, from enthusiasts to less experienced.
Camping Village Rocchette
Camping Village Rocchette is an oasis of relaxation and fun just a few kilometers from Castiglione della Pescaia. Immersed in the greenery of a pine forest, it is the ideal place for those looking for a holiday in contact with nature, without renouncing the comforts and services of an avant-garde structure.
Bikers can choose from various accommodation solutions, from brick bungalows to lodge tents, perfect for those who don't want to give up a glamorous holiday, and take advantage of a series of tailor-made services for all sports enthusiasts: from Bagnoli Bike, a reference for bike rental and maintenance and meeting point for organized bike tours, up to everything you need to practice padel, tennis, water sports, horse riding and yoga, a splendid private beach just 600 meters from the pine forest and many other services.
Camping Santapomata
Camping Village Santapomata is a unique structure, characterized by direct access to the splendid Rocchette beach and Mobile-Homes, mobile homes a few meters from the sea and perfect for an experience in direct contact with the coast of Castiglione della Pescaia.
Santapomata also offers various accommodation solutions, such as bungalows, glamping tents, the aforementioned mobile homes and camping directly on the sea. Bike enthusiasts can take advantage of the services of "Bagnoli Bike", from rental for adults and children to guided MTB tours through the wonders of the Maremma area.
Camping Maremma Sans Souci
Camping Maremma Sans Souci is very close to Castiglione della Pescaia, it is a pet friendly structure immersed in a centuries-old pine forest and perfect both for those who want to relax in nature and for lovers of sports and trekking.
The accommodation solutions of Sans Souci are distributed between the village - bungalows and mobile homes -, glamping tents and the camping area, with tent camper places and caravans for rent. This structure also offers Bagnoli Bike services, where it is possible to take part in bicycle tours or rent the latest generation city bikes and MTBs, and it is an excellent starting point for those who want to explore the Maremma by trekking.
Resources
The map of the Castiglionesi Trails: https://sentiericastiglionesi.bike/
The Camping Village Rocchette website: https://www.rocchette.com/
The site of Camping Village Santapomata: https://www.campingsantapomata.it/
The site of the Camping Village Maremma Sans Souci: https://www.maremmasanssouci.it/
The bike services in the camping village: https://www.bagnolibike.com
The most beautiful beaches in the area: https://maremmaexperience.it/stabilimenti-balneari/
Events and places to visit in Castiglione della Pescaia: www.maremmaexperience.it