Where is Puntone di Scarlino?
Scarlino is a medieval hilltop village looking over the Gulf of Follonica. Further down, on the coast, is Puntone di Scarlino, the small village where our apartment is: the beach is 700 metres away, about ten minutes on foot. Life here is simple, slow and pleasant.
| Destination | Distance | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Puntone beach | 700 m | 10 min on foot |
| Cala Violina | – | 15 min by car |
| Cala Violina, car park to beach | – | 20 min on foot |
| Maremma Natural Park | – | 20 min by car |
What is there to see in the Maremma near Scarlino?
- Cala Violina, one of Europe's most beautiful beaches (15 minutes by car)
- Maremma Natural Park: wild horses, eagles, Etruscan tombs
- Le Rocchette and Cala Martina, two quieter coves
- Massa Marittima, a medieval town with a fascinating history
- Maremma wine trail: Morellino di Scansano DOC
Why choose the Maremma?
The Tuscan Maremma is one of Italy's best-kept secrets. While the Cinque Terre and Amalfi are crowded, here you find miles of quiet beaches, clear sea and authentic Tuscan life.