Discover Carige Alta: Wine, Nature and Medieval Capalbio

Carige Alta among vineyards and landscapes

In Carige Alta, Il Ponte runs a winery and also produces extra virgin olive oil there. The Il Ponte estate on Strada Carige Alta covers 36 hectares. If you would like to experience wine and oil as part of a customized trip to Italy, this is a place with a clear focus on regional culinary delights. Il Ponte also has a direct sales outlet and facilities for tastings.

Lago di Burano natural area

In the municipality of Capalbio, the Riserva Naturale del Lago di Burano covers around 410 hectares and includes a 140-hectare brackish lake. The Oasi WWF Lago di Burano was the first WWF oasis established in Italy. More than 300 bird species and more than 500 plant species live in the Riserva Naturale del Lago di Burano. This creates a nature-focused experience that brings together the landscape, water, and a remarkable diversity of flora and fauna.

The nature trail in the Riserva Naturale del Lago di Burano is also accessible to people with disabilities and has observation points for viewing flora and fauna. If you would like to combine wildlife observation with an accessible route, this specific area provides suitable guidance. The observation points are expressly designed to focus attention on the reserve's animal and plant life.

Walls, towers and views in Capalbio

In the municipality of Capalbio, the walls of Capalbio, interrupted by several towers with square bases, are a significant example of medieval military architecture. The Camminamento di Ronda runs along the entire circuit of the walls and offers views of the surrounding landscape, the sea, and the lakes of Burano and San Floriano. In this way, the walkway combines historic architecture with expansive views across different landscapes.

In the municipality of Capalbio, the Torre Aldobrandesca is part of the Rocca Aldobrandesca complex. The medieval tower has a square structure with a sloping base and a battlemented top. The Porta Senese is the main entrance to Capalbio; it bears an inscription plaque from 1418 and a Medici coat of arms from 1601.

In the municipality of Capalbio, Castello di Capalbio already existed in the 12th century and was mentioned in a privilege issued by Pope Alexander III in 1161.

Plan special experiences

A specific planning rule applies to the Giardino dei Tarocchi: purchasing tickets online guarantees admission. If you plan this visit, buying your tickets in advance is therefore an integral part of preparing for admission.

In Carige Alta, Il Ponte organizes culinary tours with wine and oil tastings at its own winery.

Azienda Agricola Il Ponte holds the SILVER “I cieli più belli d'Italia” award for astrotourism. Il Ponte also hosts the exclusive “Weekend di Stelle in Toscana” experience, which is offered year-round.

Further destinations:Orbetello, Pitigliano, Potassa, Montorgiali, Scarlino, Gavorrano, Capalbio, Borgo Carige

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