Overview
The Garfagnana is a historical and geographical region of central Italy, today part of the province of Lucca, in Tuscany. It is the upper valley or basin of the river Serchio, and thus lies between the main ridge of the Northern Apennines.
Description
The little known region in northern Tuscany called the Garfagnana is a steep forested region that follows the valley of the river Serchio, with lovely quiet traditional villages and stunning scenery to enjoy. The Apuan Alps are to the west and the Apennines to the north.
The Garfagnana region is one of the least visited areas of Tuscany but offers some of the loveliest scenery and most attractive villages in the region - although the scenery is much steeper and more forested than you might expect among the rolling hills we usually associate with Tuscany! A perfect place to explore the outdoors and to relax away from the crowds in many parts of Tuscany...