Tuscany Tour: hidden routes

How to diversify your trip around Tuscany and take stunning photos against the background of bright colors of nature? Take a look at one of the hidden routes like lavender fields in Tuscany and find your little Provence. The nature of the region is filled with incredible beauty, architectural, historical and culinary richness, but in addition there are unimaginably fabulous lavender fields, along with cypresses, olive groves and cellars.

If your tour in Tuscany lies among the Val d'Orcia valley, you will see one of these farms on the way. You can stop here to take amazing photos. If you miss the sea, head closer to the waterfront in the Maremma area and here you can stop at the lavender farm of Casina di Rosa. Experience this unique fragrance and a sense of serenity that should be experienced at least once in your life. You can walk through the crops, visit the workshops and learn how to make cosmetics, the intricacies of growing aromatic plants and aroma oils production.

Another lavender farm in Tuscany is located near the medieval town of Lucca, or on the road to Pisa. You can even learn some cooking recipes using lavender from the locals and have a typical lunch with wine tasting in a winery or farm house.

Lavender fields can also be found in Umbria, a neighboring region, which is very convenient if you are traveling in Tuscany. This natural wonder is located near the town of Assisi, which is also worth including in the travel program. Several fairs and festivals take place here throughout the year, where you can buy a variety of products and souvenirs related to lavender. The most important fairs take place 2-3 times during the summer, from July to August. You can find about 50 species of lavender here, from white and pink to the traditional lavender color.