Bibbona

THE MEDIEVAL VILLAGE OVERLOOKING THE SEA

The territory of Bibbona who divides his time between the Ligurian Sea and dense woodland, hosts a nature reserve which gives to the Costa degli Etruschi a great landscape value.

The village, inhabited by the year 1000, developed from the 12th century when many medieval fortifications were still visible and enlarged, like the imposing square-shaped tower in the highest area of ??the city. As a result of land reclamation began in the eighteenth century, the whole area around the old city was redeveloped and sprang up large areas of pine forests that represent the vast majority of the green of Bibbona.

Strolling through the surrounding woods is worth visiting the Riserva naturale Biogenetica, a protected area which houses rare botanical species.

 

Typical products

In Bibbona traditional festivals are bound to the good Tuscan food, Oliando is a gastronomic event where you can taste the tasty olive oil of the area. While coinciding with the traditional Palio delle Botti, an ancient medieval reenactment, Festa del Cedro takes place. Opportunity to purchase handicrafts and local products.

 

 

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