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Tuscany Mugello Dark green Cypress draw lines cutting up the green and brown Tuscan landscape, that recedes into faded, dreamy blues and violets as the hills roll out into distant mountains. Largely agricultural throughout its history, the spectacular Mugello region was inhabited by a series of Ancient civilizations, including the Ligurians, the Etruscans, Gauls and even the Romans.
Despite the scenic, untouched pastoral beauty of most of the Mugello region, it is probably most commonly known for its foremost attraction, the Mugello Circuit, which hosts MotoGP Grand Prix Motorcycle Racing. It is also a testing track for Formula One. If you want to catch a race, look up the schedule to see if any coincide with the time of your stay, although for certain races you’ll most likely have to book your tickets well in advance.
Of course, many travel from around the world to catch these thrilling events, and local hotels fill up fast. Oftentimes superb Italian vehicles such as the Ferrari are showcased whizzing around the track at heart stopping speeds. Add to this the local fanaticism of Italian car and motorcycle racing enthusiasts and you are sure
Speaking of motorcycles, the Mugello countryside provides scenic routes for some truly enjoyable motorcycle tours. Or, if you prefer a bit more physical exertion at, albeit, a slightly slower pace, then it is recommended that you take part in any of the numerable cycling tours throughout the Mugello region. Other active pursuits and outdoor sports include hiking through the rolling hills, or picking up an impromptu soccer game with the locals. Wine tasting is big here; do ask your concierge for a guide to the best wineries, and call ahead as most wineries don’t leave their doors open to the general public, unless you have reservations.
Hotels are common, especially in Mugello, although savvy Tuscan travelers will tell you that one of the most idea arrangements is getting a group of friends together to rent a chalet, apartment, cottage or cabin for an extended period of time, and make several daytrips out to the tracks, the beach, the hills and the wineries. Throughout the summer and well into the spring and fall, the warm, golden Italian sun will greet you wherever you go.
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