Volterra: City of the Etruscans and the Alabaster
Volterra is an ancient city in the center of the "culture triangle" Pisa-Florenz-Siena situated on a high hill (545 m/1788 ft.). It allows a far reaching view over the beautiful tuscan landscapes of Val di Cecina and Val d'Era.
Points of interest: The inner city is a recognizable medieval center with points of interest, museums, a cathedral and other churches, the Pinakothek, the Roman Amphitheatre, mansions and palazzi from the Renaissance. Volterra has a well preserved old city wall, the old town is to be entered through one of the rustic old city gates.
Shopping: With approx. 11,000 inhabitants Volterra offers a variety of shopping with supermarkets, specialty shops, fashion shops, and restaurants of every category and price class. The large weekly market is a remarkable experience for all visitors.
Sports and leisure: Volterra offers tennis, horseback riding, and golf within reach. The surrounding hills offer opportunities for hiking and biking excursions.
The Tuscany is a dream destination for golfers. There are not less than 15 official courses, thereof 9 facilities with 18 holes. The next golf course Castelfalfi bei Montaione is only 31 km apart. The golf courses in the Tuscany are not too overflowed as in Spain and by far not expensive as in Spain. In the tempered climate you can play golf 12 months of the year.
Cultural: There are concerts, language courses and educational programs and a movie theater. In the summer classical and traditional local concerts take place frequently.