Scarperia e San Piero a Sieve

HANDICRAFTS MADE IN TUSCANY IN THE HEART OF MUGELLO

This one of the most beautiful in Italy thanks to the splendid architecture that preserves and the surrounding area that the backdrop is positioned in the heart of Mugello.

Built and built in 1355 at the behest of Florence that he appreciated the convenient location between the city and the neighbouring Emilia Romagna, knows one development during the Middle Ages that will grow in the years to come. Important Artisan Center of Tuscany, Scarperia and San Piero owes its fortune to the culture that develops around the manufacture of iron.

The main places of attraction are obviously those related to customs and local traditions. From the monumental Villa del Trebbio at Bottega del Coltellinaio, the unique living museum that allows you to retrace the steps of iron craftsmanship.

Scarperia and San Piero is also the home of the Mugello Circuit, Italy's most important race, considered the most exciting in the world. Here the best sprinters on four wheels like Enzo Ferrari, and two wheels as Valentino Rossi have ventured in epic races and imprinted in the memory of all.

 

Traditions

The traditions of Scarperia and San Piero are bound inevitably to typical Mugello, numerous festivals celebrating the specialties and good wine from the nearby countryside.

Very important is the Mugello MotoGP, which is held in June. A unique opportunity to see whizz the best drivers in the world and to explore the surroundings of the place.

 

Typical products

Mugello is rich in typical dishes recognized for their goodness and authenticity throughout Italy. Ambassador of Tuscany, this charming place has always been the magnificent "tortelli mugellani", handmade egg pasta with a tasty filling of potatoes grown in the place.

 

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