Villa Roma Imperiale

Staying at Villa Roma Imperiale places you close to one of Forte dei Marmi’s most loved rituals – the open-air market. It’s the kind of place you return to year after year, not out of habit, but trust. Stalls stretch across the square, each focused on craft and finish rather than excess.

You’ll find clothing for every age, leather pieces made with care, cashmere that feels honest and linens meant to be used, not stored away. Conversations come easily here, with sellers who know their work and value quality over speed. You’ll wander, pause, choose slowly and leave with pieces that feel personal.

From Villa Roma Imperiale, Lucca makes for an easy and rewarding day out. The city welcomes you with its wide Renaissance walls, still fully intact and open to explore. You can walk or cycle along the top, shaded by trees, catching wonderful views into rooftops, gardens and everyday life below.

Once inside the historic centre, the pace naturally slows. Small streets lead you past bakeries, craft shops and corners that invite unplanned stops. Piazza Anfiteatro feels like the heart of it all, shaped by its Roman past and filled with cafés where you can sit, rest your feet and simply watch Lucca unfold around you.

The Apuan Alps are close enough to feel like a natural extension of your stay. These mountains offer a different side of Tuscany, one that is wilder and shaped by old stories. You’ll begin your walk near Stazzema, choosing a trail that suits your pace, as forests and open stretches alternate naturally along the way.

The hike takes about two hours, steady and rewarding without feeling rushed. Your destination is the Forte dei Marmi mountain hut, a simple and welcoming stop where lunch becomes part of the experience. Good food, cooler air and long pauses make it enjoyable before heading back.