Piaggione: Market Life, Crafts and Trails in Tuscany

Piaggione between Market Life, Crafts and Landscapes

Those looking for accommodation in Piaggione can combine their travel plans with very different aspects of the Tuscan surroundings: a regular weekly market, a long-established wooden clog-making tradition, local events and trails through the Pizzorne area. This creates various options for structuring the day – from visiting a square in the town centre to following wooded and mountainous routes.

The Market and Practical Orientation in Segromigno in Monte

An important point of interest is the market in Segromigno in Monte. It has been held on Thursdays since 2000 in the Piaggiori district, in Piazza Lorenzo Lazzareschi. The market is located in the centre of Segromigno in Monte, along the two main roads Via di Piaggiori and Via Nuova.

The specific addresses include 3DF at Via Piaggiori 62 in Segromigno in Monte, Lucca. At Sandy Shoes, the sample collection can be viewed at the company headquarters at Via di Piaggiori 281 in Segromigno in Monte. The two addresses represent different points of reference for visitors who want to take local crafts into account alongside the landscape and local life.

Wooden Clogs as Part of the Local Craft History

In Segromigno in Monte, wooden clog-making was further developed, particularly from the beginning of the 20th century onwards. 3DF has a history of five generations of craftsmanship; its earlier activities included the manual production of wooden clog blanks. Those interested in regional work traditions will find a specific subject here that goes beyond simply visiting the area and makes its craft history tangible.

Trails, Parks and Events

For active days, the northern trail network of the municipality of Capannori provides a clear sense of scale: it comprises 17 trails through the wooded and mountainous Pizzorne area. Another point of reference is Pandora Park in Segromigno in Monte, which is close to the Tour delle Ville hiking trail. Segromigno in Monte also has a public playground on Via Piaggiori. The nearest bus stop to Pandora Park is “Via Nuova”, near Piaggiori.

The events calendar also has its own highlights. The Carnevale dello Zoccolo takes place in Segromigno in Monte every three years. “Sere d’estate a Segromigno in Monte” is also an event in Segromigno in Monte. Both names refer to local occasions that may play a particular role when planning the timing of a stay, without suggesting that they are held annually on a regular basis.

Context within Tuscany’s Culinary Landscape

Capannori is one of the most important areas along the tourist and gastronomic route “Strada del Vino e dell’Olio Lucca Montecarlo Versilia”. This route extends across the hills around Lucca, Montecarlo, Versilia and the Serchio Valley.

Other Places to Compare

If you would like to compare other places besides Piaggione, you can find Balbano, Mastiano, Santa Maria Del Giudice, San Macario In Monte, San Pietro A Vico, Montuolo, Arsina and Aquilea here.

For the overarching travel overview: Lucca.