Discover Montigiano: History, Trails and Olive Landscapes

Montigiano reveals its distinctive features in specific places: Chiesa di S. Lucia, a path through the forest to the Lavatoio della Nespola, and the Sentiero delle Stipe highlight different aspects of the village. The picture is complemented by olive landscapes, a cycling loop, and museums, beaches and mountains in the surrounding area. If you would like to combine culture and landscape on your trip, Montigiano offers various thematic points of interest for doing so.

Chiesa di S. Lucia: Construction History and Design

Chiesa di S. Lucia in Montigiano is mentioned in the 1260 catalogue of the churches of Lucca. The present-day church was built in the early years of the 20th century over an earlier Romanesque church. Its design includes floral decoration in the Liberty style. Those interested in church architecture and historical development can consider several chronological layers together in this building: its mention in the 1260 catalogue, the Romanesque predecessor church, and the construction of the present-day church in the early 20th century.

Paths Through Forests and Olive Terraces

A path along the ridge of Montigiano, following the road to Fibbialla, leads through the forest to the Lavatoio della Nespola. On its way to Montigiano, the Sentiero delle Stipe also passes through impressive olive terraces. For cyclists, the Giro di Fibbialla cycling loop adds another option: it reaches the road connecting Montigiano with Fibbialla. This makes it possible to view hiking and cycling as different ways of experiencing the landscape, without limiting the village to just one type of experience.

Olive Grove and Monumento ai caduti

From the churchyard of Chiesa di S. Lucia in Montigiano, there is a sweeping view over a sea of olive trees. These trees were planted long ago by the monks of Jura. The olive landscape is therefore not only a scenic feature but is also connected with a traditional planting history. Another specific stop is the Monumento ai caduti in Montigiano. It is an obelisk dating from 1925 to 1949. The names of those who fell in both world wars are inscribed on the Monumento ai caduti. The upper section features a helmet executed as a high relief, along with bronze oak and laurel branches.

Destinations Around Montigiano

Several museums are located around Montigiano: the Museo archeologico di Camaiore, the Museo del Carnevale di Viareggio and the Museo civici Villa Paolina Bonaparte. Villa Orlandi is a palace in the area around Montigiano. The landscape also extends beyond the immediate village. The beach of Spiaggia Lido di Camaiore and the beach of Spiaggia Marina di Pietrasanta are located nearby. Monte Matanna and Monte Procinto are also in the vicinity of Montigiano. This gives you a selection for planning that encompasses architectural history, commemorative culture, museums, the coast and mountain landscapes.

More Destinations

For further orientation, you can also explore these places: Miglianello, Corsanico-Bargecchia, Bargecchia, Mommio Castello, Pieve A Elici, Stiava, Piano Di Mommio and Gualdo.

For the overarching travel overview: Massarosa.