Sassetta, perched on a hill with beautiful views over the valley below, is a small ancient Tuscan village where time seems to move at a slower pace. Strolling through its narrow streets, discovering small local shops and tasting traditional Tuscan cuisine are just some of the experiences you can enjoy during a visit.
The village and its surrounding area offer many opportunities for those looking to enjoy a holiday in Tuscany filled with nature, relaxation, traditions and good food. You can stop at a local trattoria to taste traditional flavours or discover the wines of the Etruscan Coast, in an area where beautiful landscapes and food and wine traditions have always been closely connected.
Sassetta is home to the Sassetta Thermal Baths, surrounded by lush woodland and centuries-old trees. It is an ideal place to enjoy a few hours of relaxation with thermal waters, treatments and wellness experiences in a peaceful natural setting.
The thermal baths are a wonderful experience to combine with exploring the village and surrounding area, especially after a day spent outdoors.
Nature lovers will find numerous walking and trekking trails around Sassetta, winding through chestnut woods and the vegetation of the Etruscan Coast hills.
One particularly interesting place to visit is the Forest Museum, where you can learn about traditional occupations linked to life in the woods and see a reconstruction of an ancient charcoal kiln. During autumn, the forests also become the perfect place to look for chestnuts and mushrooms, following the rhythms and traditions of the season.
One of Sassetta’s greatest advantages is its location: from the village, you can quickly reach the sea of the Etruscan Coast, making it easy to alternate walks through the countryside with days at the beach.
The coast offers many places and landscapes to discover, from well-equipped beaches to secluded coves surrounded by nature, with clear waters and beautiful scenery that make this part of Tuscany particularly fascinating.
Visiting Sassetta means taking a break from everyday life and experiencing a more authentic side of Tuscany, made up of small villages, forests, walking trails, local products and ancient traditions.
It is an ideal destination for anyone looking for a relaxing holiday while still having plenty of opportunities to explore the area, reach the coast, visit nearby villages or enjoy excursions and outdoor activities.
From Campo di Carlo, surrounded by the green hills of Sassetta, you can experience all of this while staying in a historic farmhouse and using it as your starting point for discovering the Etruscan Coast and Tuscany.
Historic farmhouse and farm stay in Tuscany, surrounded by the green hills of the Etruscan Coast.