The best road cycling routes around Scarlino

The Montioni Interprovincial Park (also known as Montioni Natural Park) is a protected natural area of approximately 7,000 hectares located straddling the provinces of Livorno and Grosseto. The park is famous for its dense Mediterranean scrub dominated by holm oak woods and houses important historical and mining evidence within it, particularly related to the Napoleonic period and the extraction of alum.

The view of Puntone di Scarlino and its marina offers one of the most fascinating coastal panoramas in the Tuscan Maremma, characterized by the contrast between the modernity of the tourist port and the wild nature of the Gulf of Follonica. The Porto del Puntone di Scarlino, better known as Marina di Scarlino, stands in the namesake flat hamlet at the foot of the ancient medieval village.

A medieval village in the northern Maremma, between ancient ruins, geysers and boraciferous fumaroles Lost in the Colline Metallifere, hidden among chestnut woods, stands the medieval village of Monterotondo Marittimo, which owes its name, Mons Ritundus, to the conical shape of the hill on which it stands. The territory of this municipality marks the intersection of three different provinces: Pisa, Livorno, and Grosseto. Surrounded by Mediterranean scrub, which extends towards the sea, it is a perfect destination for all lovers of clean air and natural beauty. The origin of the village is certainly medieval, demonstrated both by the characteristics of the narrow streets and by the conformation of the inhabited area, in fact the houses are built close together and the outermost dwellings were built on the defensive walls. In the territory there are also springs of bicarbonate-calcium water that gush out at 43°, used until a few years ago for thermal purposes at the Terme del Bagnolo.

The Palazzo Comunale of Massa Marittima, located in Piazza Garibaldi, is an imposing 13th-14th century travertine building, the hub of medieval Tuscan power. The complex, characterized by three floors of mullioned windows and 19th-century battlements, combines the 14th-century Torre del Bargello (formerly Biserno) with the Sienese Gothic central body. The facade features the Medici coat of arms and a 15th-century bas-relief. Travertine structure composed of several blocks, with the Torre del Bargello (13th century) and the Gothic central body (14th century). It features the Medici coat of arms (1555), a bas-relief by Urbano da Cortona (15th century), and commemorative plaques of Giuseppe Garibaldi. It houses the Cappella dei Priori (frescoed in 1525, now the Mayor's office) and Igor Mitoraj's sculpture "Icarus" in the atrium.

Tirli, a medieval hamlet of Castiglione della Pescaia at 580m above sea level, offers a unique view of the lush Mediterranean vegetation of holm oaks and chestnut trees and the Maremma sea. Perched on the hill, it offers panoramic views stretching to the turquoise coast, ideal for trekking and photography lovers.

Follonica, one of Tuscany's most beloved seaside destinations, offers everything you could wish for from a beach holiday: sandy beaches with facilities, clear waters, a long seafront promenade full of bars and shops, services for families, and a welcoming but never chaotic atmosphere.

The Follonica promenade stretches for over 6 km, offering a sandy and well-kept coastline, entirely walkable or cyclable between the cycle path and the ZTL (Limited Traffic Zone). Characterized by shallow and transparent waters, it is ideal for families, with numerous equipped beaches, bathing establishments, bars and restaurants. Sandy coastline, often adjacent to pine forests, with excellent accessibility.

Great climb on good tarmac. Can be driven in both directions.