Tuscany in the Spring
Summer may be the high season in Tuscany, but a visit to Castello di Casole in spring can be just as divine. You'll get the chance to indulge in lush vistas, mind-blowing cuisine and all the cultural marvels Florence and its nearby hill towns have to offer, without summer's heat or influx of tourists.
On Foot
As always, a stay at Hotel Castello di Casole will provide you with plenty of activities. Enjoy the spring bloom with a hike or a horseback ride around the grounds. Or indulge in the hotel's Divine Flavors Package, a foodie fantasy that includes a vineyard experience, mushroom foraging, as well as truffle (spring is the season for the black Marzuolo Truffle) and game hunting.
By Bike
Spring is also prime time for biking through Tuscany. Nab one of the property's mountain bikes for an afternoon cycle through nearby villages like Casole d'Elsa, Mensano and Monteriggioni. Take in exquisite medieval architecture, shop for regional delicacies at local markets and enjoy breathtaking hilltop views -- all while working up an appetite.
Relax
If you're looking for something a little more low key, visit one of Tuscany's thermal baths. The baths are known to help with a variety of ailments including rheumatism, respiratory and gastrointestinal problems. They're also just a great way to relax and enjoy one of the region's natural wonders.
Get Cultured
Travel to Tuscany around Easter and you'll get the opportunity to enjoy Florence's Festival of the Cart, or the Scoppio del Carro. During this 300-year-old tradition, an elaborate, three-story wagon is rigged with fireworks which are set off in the square between the Baptistry and the Cathedral. A costume parade follows.
April through June is also the Maggio Musicale, a festival that includes opera, classical music concerts and ballet at various venues throughout the city.
For more information on what Hotel Castello di Casole and the surrounding area has to offer in springtime, please contact us at 866.917.2152 or +39.0577 961.508 or via email, [email protected].