Altopascio: A Town as Old as Roman Times
Located in the Tuscan region of Italy stands the town of Altopascio. Alight from Pisa International Airport to get to this town. Altopascio is actually a commune in the Lucca province. Even though this town has only about 15,572 inhabitants, it has already been inhabited during Roman times. Thus, you can expect your trip to Altopascio to be very historic. Altopascio gained popularity for their hostels, which is also referred to as Spedale, in 1084. Since then, this place has been one of the go-to destinations for pilgrims around the world.
Best Time to Visit
Most of the time, tourists would flock to Altopascio, Italy to experience the sunny weather and light breeze on their face. Thus, it’s advisable to book your flights and reservations for Altopascio hotels around the months of April through November. One of the most common festivals here is the Altopascio's Bread & Hospitality Festival, which is a way for people to celebrate their centuries-old bread-making tradition.
What to Do & Area Attractions
You can visit the Fattoria Del Teso Srl for a taste of the town’s best local wines. If you like to experience the beauty of Altopascio nature, you can visit Lago di Sibolla and the enchanting Oak of the Witches. This 600-year-old tree actually inspired the famous story of Pinnochio.
You can stay at Hotel La Vecchiaccia, which provides comfortable amenities at an affordable price. Moreover, you can also book a room at the Hotel Cavalieri del Tau if you want to be near the train station.