Amazing Lucca

Posted on March 7, 2019 by Debra Kolkka

It is always great to hear about young Italians starting a business. It can be very difficult to get a new enterprise up and running in Italy.

I was delighted to meet Federica, who, along with her husband, has set up an adventure tour business in Lucca called Amazing Lucca.

As I walked with Federica she told me of their love and passion for the area and their desire to introduce people to a side of Italy they might not otherwise enjoy. With a minimum of 2 people and no more than 12, they will guide you through Renaissance villas, medieval churches, stunning countryside, vineyards and glorious mountains.

On foot, or on a mountain bike you can discover secret places off the beaten track with people who know the area. Meet locals and taste the produce of this incredible land. Trudge or ride up rugged mountains and find hidden streams, enjoy enchanted forests and breathtaking landscapes. Federica and Alessandro will guide to to spectacular places.

Alessandro is the mountain bike guide and Federica is the nature and walking guide. Even if you live in the area this would be fun, but what a great way to introduce your visiting friends to the area.

The tours are graded from easy to demanding, meaning there is something to suit everyone.

Take a look at their excellent website. It is in Italian and English.

http://www.amazing-Lucca.com

Via Del Campaccio, Lucca.

info@amazing-lucca.com

Federica…(39) 338 7901829

Alessandro…(39) 340 2798654

Women’s Day

Posted on March 6, 2019 by Debra Kolkka

The annual Omaggio alla Donna events will be held at the casino in Ponte a Serraglio from 8 – 14 March..

There will be a series of events beginning on 8th March, with amusic recital after the inauguration at 9.00pm.

An exhibition of painting and sculpture will open on Saturday 9th March. The opening will be 10.00 – 12.30. After that it will be open in the afternoons from 4.30pm – 7.00pm. Continue reading →

Local events

Posted on February 25, 2019 by Debra Kolkka

Carnevale in Fornoli will be held on Sunday 3rd March, beginning at 2.00 at the Ponte Catene on the Chifenti side. There will be a parade, a market and games.

The first of the second hand markets for the year will be held on 31st March in La Villa. If you would like to have a stall at the market call the number on the poster at least 5 days before the event.

Soffitte in Strada

Posted on December 27, 2018 by Debra Kolkka

The last street market for the year will be held this Sunday in La Villa.

…a great day to find treasures.

Merry Christmas from Ponte a Serraglio

Posted on December 24, 2018 by Debra Kolkka

Susanna from Bar Italia, with help from her friend Dome has created a beautiful Presepe in the old news kiosk beside the river.

It looks wonderful. I wish I was there to see it.

Thank you Dome for the photo and to Elizabeth for sharing it with us.

Merry Christmas to everyone.

A Christmas concert

Posted on December 17, 2018 by Debra Kolkka

There will be a Christmas concert at Teatro Accademico in La Villa on 20th December at 9.15pm.

Presepi, Nativity Scenes

Posted on December 16, 2018 by Debra Kolkka

The making of Nativity Scenes has a long tradition in the area. Here is where they can be seen until January.

Santa in Bagni di Lucca

Posted on December 10, 2018 by Debra Kolkka

A weekend of Santa fun is coming to Bagni di Lucca.

Let’s hope the weather if good for the Santa walk. Christmas is coming.

Events in Bagni di Lucca

Posted on November 30, 2018 by Debra Kolkka

On Saturday there will be a talk and video at the Sala Rosa at Circolo dei Forestieri in La Villa on Saturday 1st December at 5pm. Admission is free.

Here is a chance to see the inside of the lovely casino building…another free event. The dance will be on Saturday 8th December at 9.00pm. Phone the number on the poster to book a table.

Walking Presepe in Montefegatesi 9th December.

Christmas is coming to La Villa on 15th and 16th December. See Santa’s house, the Santa walk and the market.

There is always something going on in Bagni di Lucca.

What to do with the casino?

Posted on November 29, 2018 by Debra Kolkka

Bagni di Lucca has the first purpose built casino in Europe. It was built in 1837 and operated as a casino until 1945.

It was restored about 14 years ago and is stunning inside. The work was being done when I first arrived in Ponte a Serraglio and I enjoyed watching the workmen bring the beautiful interior back to life.

It was open for some time as the information centre for Bagni di Lucca. The wonderful Leda worked there and took visitors on guided tours throughout the building, telling tales of times gone by when Puccini and Liszt played for guests.

Now it is open only for events, which seems a pity. Many visitors coming to Bagni di Lucca would like to see inside and ask constantly why it is not open to the public.

There is a thought by many residents that it would be a good idea to reopen it as a visitor and information centre. That way it would be open to the public and be a place of interest. I have been asked by some to see if this would be popular.

What do you think?

If you agree that it would be a good idea to have the casino building open and put to use why not let the Comune know? Drop in and have a chat if you live in the area or send them an email. The website is http://comunebagnidilucca.com

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