Travel guide Cecina
Arrive at your Riviera holiday apartment in just a few hours
Cecina Mare, also known as Marina di Cecina, is located about 40 km south of Livorno on the coast of the Tyrrhenian Sea in Tuscany. The most convenient and fastest way to reach your affordable holiday apartment or holiday home in Cecina is by plane. Galileo Galilei Airport in Pisa is about 45 minutes away via the A 12 motorway. Car rental agencies are available at the airport. By car, you can reach your accommodation in Cecina from Munich in about nine hours. The journey takes you through the Alps to Italy, past the cities of Innsbruck, Bolzano, Verona, Bologna, and Florence. A train journey from Munich takes about ten hours. With only two changes in Bologna and Firenze, you can travel comfortably and environmentally friendly to your seaside holiday. Cecina train station is located right in the center. Many holiday homes and apartments are within walking distance from there.
Mediterranean feel-good climate in Tuscany
Cecina Mare on the coast of the province of Livorno has a Mediterranean climate with mild winters and hot summers cooled by sea breezes. Temperatures rise to up to 30 °C in the summer months. At night, it cools down to about 15 to 17 °C. A holiday home with a pool is just the thing then. The sea's bathing temperatures in summer are a pleasant 25 °C. In winter, the mercury rarely drops below freezing. Autumn brings frequent rainfall from October. May is a particularly pleasant month in spring, especially for hiking. There is less rain, and the air is not too hot yet.
Cecina's sights between river, sea, and pool
The town of Cecina is located just under 3 km from the coast in the province of Livorno. It was founded in 1852, but its roots go back far into the times of the Etruscans and Romans. The town is named after the Cecina River, which flows into the sea at Cecina Mare. Relics from ancient times include the remains of a dome tomb and the Villa of San Vincenzino, which belonged to a Roman consul. Cecina town was almost completely destroyed during World War II and subsequently rebuilt. Some of the town's museums preserve interesting artifacts from Tuscany's rich history. These include the Folk Museum Museo della Vita e del Lavoro della Maremma Settentrionale, where you can learn about the northern Maremma. The archaeological museum, the Museo Archeologico Etrusco-Romano in Villa La Cinquantina, houses finds from the Etruscan-Roman period as well as some early historical artifacts. Despite its modern development, Cecina has remained a tranquil place in Tuscany and offers numerous quiet holiday apartments and affordable holiday homes with pools for an enjoyable holiday. The district of Cecina Mare is picturesquely situated on the Riviera degli Etruschi and is perfect for a carefree
beach holiday in Cecina. Stroll along the beautiful coastal promenade right on the beach, take a look at the marina, and enjoy the wide selection of restaurants, cafes, and bars with sea views. Powder-fine, kilometers-long sandy beaches and an extensive forest landscape guarantee a relaxing holiday between culture and nature. Here you will find stately holiday homes with pools and cozy private holiday apartments. The best prices for your accommodation can be found in spring and autumn. If the popular holiday apartments are fully booked, take a look around the nearby area, for example, the pretty Vada or
San Vincenzo with its beautiful old town.
Ancient festivals and new music
In the summer months, Cecina offers a wealth of large and small cultural events, ranging from art and music to colorful markets, catering to every taste. In neighboring towns and cities, you can find famous festivities, such as the Palio in
Pisa. On July 2 and August 16, a spectacular - and not entirely safe - horse race is held in the old town, which you should not miss.
Maremma's specialties are Italy's little secrets
Keep an eye out for the very special specialties of the
Livorno region. These are simple dishes made from old traditional recipes that rely on the quality of regional ingredients. Be sure to try the Etruscan-originated, salt-free baked bread, which is so typical of Maremma. Another specialty is Tortelli Maremmani - deliciously large pasta pockets filled with ricotta and spinach. When prepared correctly, they are so delicate that only butter with sage is allowed to enhance their natural flavor. In autumn and winter, try the Tortelli with Ragù di Cinghiale, the region's wild boar ragout.
Ideal conditions for beach dreamers and sun worshippers
Cecina offers a good mix of entertainment and relaxation in summer. Cecina Mare is ideal for sun worshippers who like to end the evening with a summery cocktail in a bar or one of the many cafes on the promenade. Although Cecina Mare is a lively place with many entertainment options in summer, it is still a small insider tip compared to other holiday destinations on the Riviera. In spring and autumn, you have optimal conditions for a quiet
holiday with a pool in Cecina and to find an affordable private holiday home or apartment. Cecina Mare offers you a family-friendly holiday in top-equipped holiday homes and apartments with pools. Families with small children, in particular, can look forward to a holiday in Cecina Mare. Many child-friendly events are offered along the beach promenade for the little ones' entertainment. The gently sloping beach makes splashing in the water safe for children, and the beach patrol provides even more security. Cecina Mare is, above all, a pure beach holiday on a kilometers-long sandy beach, lined with beautiful forests of Aleppo pines and pine trees. You will smell the Mediterranean scent up to your balcony or terrace of your holiday apartment. Since 2006, Cecina Mare has been awarded the coveted Blue Flag every year, rewarding the exceptional quality of the seawater. If you rent a holiday home in the front row, you will not only enjoy the sea view but also have a private beach. Many accommodations are equipped with luxurious pools that offer wonderful refreshment in between on hot summer days - and nights - as well as great fun for the children.
World-class culture - pure Tuscany!
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