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APRIL and 1 MAY
SPECIAL OPENING OF THE CERRU- GLIO FORTRESS.
A stroll through the historical centre of the medieval village, through the enchanting covered passageways and historic gates, discovering hidden corners.
An impressive fortification destroyed and rebuilt several times, often used as a location for filming and tv shows, it dominates the last outpost of the Valdinievole, which has always been disputed between Lucca and Florence: its bastions, watchtowers and turrets in bright red brick are clearly visible from all over the valley, and the Italian garden inside creates a breathtaking balance of colours and shapes. A
photographer’s paradise, it has belonged to the descendants of the same family for centuries. Opening hours: 3 p.m. to sunset.
Entrance fee: Full price ticket 5 Euros, concessions 3 Euros (over 65 years), children up to 12 years of age FREE.
For information: Tel. (+39) 0583-22401, valter_menchini@yahoo.com Address Via Fortezza, 4 – 55015 Monte Carlo (LU) Visitors are advised to park at the foot of the village and walk up, also to enjoy the view of the imposing flanks of the fortress
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APRIL AND MONDAY 1 MAY. FREE GUIDED TOUR OF THE HI- STORICAL CENTRE.
A stroll through the historical centre of the medieval village, through the enchanting covered passageways and historic gates, disco- vering hidden corners. Visit to the Rassicurati Municipal Theatre (it can also be visited outside guided tour hours)
Departure: Tourist Information Office, Via Roma 7. Times: 9.30 a.m.-12.30 p.m.;
3.30 p.m.-6 p.m. Info and bookings: Pro-Loco Montecarlo, tel. (+39) 0583-
228881
e-mail: prolocomontecarlo@gmail.com