Labor Day 2024, unexpected itineraries in Tuscan Maremma

LABOR DAY AMONG ART, SPORTS, FOOD AND A SWORD IN THE STONE

Labor Day’s bridge falling on a Wednesday will allow you to choose whether to take vacation the two days before or the two days after, collecting five days off in both cases. Your project manager won’t be able to deny you some healthy and well-deserved rest! If, you really have to work at La Pampa Parking Area & Camp, the Wifi gets good reception.

DAY 1 – Lesson at Kite Beach Fiumara surf school.

Let’s get off to a frothy start with a kite or wind surfing trip. The beaches of Maremma, thanks to their conformation and the constant presence of wind, are the best in Tuscany and among the best in Italy for this sport. Leaving the campsite you can easily reach the Kite Beach Fiumara school for a lesson or for equipment rental. If, on the other hand, you are lazy, don’t worry! Relax under their beautiful umbrellas and try a typical local cocktail, the Cuba libre 🙂

Kite Beach Fiumara school contacts:
💻 https://www.kitebeachfiumara.it/
☎️ +039 348 2817661

DAY 2 – Camper visit to Orbetello and Monte Argentario’s beaches

We move on to the lagoon surrounding Orbetello, a town rich in architectural treasures. Entering the town, the Antico Mulino, a witness to Spanish domination, and the imposing Etruscan walls welcome visitors. If the temperature permits, don’t miss a swim at Monte Argentario’s most famous beaches: Giannella Beach, Feniglia Beach and Osa Beach.

Parking the van in Orbetello:
Free parking In Via Giovanni Falcone, next to the Coop and close to the bike path from Orbetello to Feniglia. The center can be reached on foot after about a 20-minute walk.

Where to eat:
ZerodieciPub
The kingdom of meat in Orbetello, great sandwiches, tasty grills and great selection of fried food.
🗺️ Address: Via Dante Alighieri, 10, 58015 Orbetello GR

Piranha’s Home Made Restaurant
You will feel like you are in the Caribbean at this restaurant located in St. Stephen’s Harbor.
Fresh fish, genuine cuisine and super friendly staff, recommended!
🗺️ Address: Via Scalo Colombo, 22, 58019 Porto Santo Stefano GR

DAY 3- Camper visit to The Tarot Garden open-air museum

Today we visit the Parque Guell of Tuscany: the Tarot Garden!
The sculptures inspired by the major arcana of the Tarot, with their intense colors and original shapes, are the work of French artist Niki de Saint Phalle who started in 1979 and dedicated more than seventeen years to the construction of the twenty-two imposing sculptures. Throughout this time, Niki was assisted by a team that included some influential contemporary artists of the 20th century as well as her husband, Jean Tinguely.

When to go:
the park is open from April 1 to October 15,
Daily from 2:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., last access at 6:15 p.m.

Contact:
we recommend that you buy tickets online well in advance on their website:
💻 https://www.ticketlandia.com/m/il-giardino-dei-tarocchi

DAY 4 – Culinary and other explorations to the city of Grosseto

A truly fortified citadel enclosed by the Medici Walls. The most interesting monuments are: a majestic late 13th-century cathedral with its beautiful baptismal font; San Pietro’s church; San Francesco Gothic-Franciscan church; and the Archaeological and Art Museum.

According to Il Sole24Ore ranking, Grosseto ranks second in Italy for the number of restaurants per thousand inhabitants. Therefore, a stop at one of the city’s restaurants is a must, where you can taste some of the local recipes and products such as tortelli maremmani or acquacotta.

Best restaurants in town:
– Artidoro
One of Grosseto’s favorite restaurants but not only, the chef offers creative cuisine between sea and land that can satisfy the most demanding palates.
🗺️ Address: Via de Barberi, 12/14, 58100 Grosseto GR

– Loft Enoteca Urbana
An exceptional family-run wine shop. Wide range of wines carefully selected by Checco, the menu curated by mom Rosita combines simpler dishes for an aperitif with more sophisticated ones perfect for dinner.
🗺️ Address: Via Giuseppe Mazzini, 10A, 58100 Grosseto GR

– Grantosco
Traditional dishes and innovative reinterpretations, vegetarian alternatives are prepared with love and wisdom as is the entire menu. The owner’s welcome and the atmosphere of the restaurant will keep you coming back!
🗺️ Address: Via Solferino, 4, 58100 Grosseto GR

– Trattoria Il Giogo
A typical Maremma trattoria in the heart of Grosseto, rich menu with classic dishes such as gnocchi with white meat sauce
And wild boar stew. Warm and welcoming atmosphere.
🗺️ Address: Via Cesare Battisti, 31, 58100 Grosseto GR

– The Newsstand
Grosseto’s coolest newsstand, quality homemade ice cream graciously served by cousins Federico and Lucia.
🗺️ Address: Via Inghilterra, 30, 58100 Grosseto GR

DAY 5 – Camper visit to the ancient Abbey of San Galgano, the Hermitage of Montesiepi and the Sword in the Stone

About 67 km from Grosseto we encounter one of the most striking sights in Tuscany-the 13th-century Gothic-style abbey of San Galgano. Only the walls and apse remain standing of the abbey; legend tells that the roof built entirely of lead was sold in 1500 by Girolamo Vitelli. Short story, thanks to Girolamo’s stinginess today we can take very popular Instrgam pictures.

You can reach the Hermitage of Montesiepi by walking 10 minutes along a dirt path beside the Abbey. The hermitage was built on the site of St. Galgano’s hut back in 1100. Tradition has it that St. Galgano’s first miracle aka Galgano Guidotti, a former knight who retired as a hermit, was to plant a sword in the rock which is now constudated in the center of the hermitage.

Admission tickets and hours:
The abbey can be visited daily without reservation, tickets are bought directly at the box office reductions are provided for children under 18 and over 65.
☎️ +39 0577 049312
✉️ abbaziasangalgano@gmail.com
💻 https://www.toscana.info/siena/provincia/abbazia-san-galgano/

Montesiepi Hermitage is open daily from 9 a.m. to sunset.
Admission is free but it is forbidden to attempt to draw a sword!

Where to eat:
La Ciottolona
On the way back we suggest you stop in Boccheggiano village of 300 that holds a precious gem of Tuscan cuisine, La Ciottolona. Sophisticated dishes in presentation, excellent raw materials, simple and cozy location. Amazing desserts as well!
🗺️ Address: Via della Madonna, 5, 58026 Boccheggiano GR

Straddling sea, hills, relax, sports and food, Maremma is Italy within Italy. Whatever your destination and the activities you want to do, La Pampa Parking Area & Camp awaits you in the cool under its pine forest, to let you relax and recover your energy.

For more information or to book your pitch, contact us!