It’s nice to sit on the Big Bench at dusk and enjoy small talk while looking at Pietra Santa. If you have time, you should visit. It doesn’t take long, but be aware that the slope is steep and the path is not well-maintained.

(Translated by Google) The score rewards the view and the panorama more than the Rocca itself. Neglected environment, dirty benches and adjacent areas. The panoramic bench is taken by storm. There are no descriptive signs or information on the Rock. It really gives the idea of ​​a beautiful, now abandoned place that would have much more potential. Sin (Original) Il punteggio premia più la vista e il panorama che la Rocca in sé per sé. Ambiente trascurato, panchine e zone adiacenti sporche. La panchina panoramica è presa d'assalto. Non ci sono cartelli descrittivi o informazioni sulla Rocca. Dà proprio l'idea di un bel posto ormai abbandonato che avrebbe molto più potenziale. Peccato

(Translated by Google) It is true that you can see it from the main square of the historic center towering over the hill, but some indicative signs could be installed along the route. However, after climbing a few hundred meters, the effort to reach this place is amply rewarded by the surrounding landscape. From the town square the impression is different: it looks like a fortified fiefdom, however... Only partially intact sections of the ancient walls remain. However, it is suggestive to find yourself in front of what remains even if greater maintenance would make the perimeter safer and more interesting. The memory of a challenging climb and a landscape as far as the eye can see remains. (Original) È vero che la si vede dalla piazza principale del centro storico troneggiare sulla collina, ma qualche cartello indicativo lungo il percorso si potrebbe installarlo. Comunque, dopo essersi inerpicati per qualche centinaio di metri, la fatica per raggiungere questo luogo è ampiamente ripagata dal paesaggio circostante. Dalla piazza del paese l'impressione è diversa: sembra un feudo fortificato, invece... Rimangono solo parzialmente intatti tratti di antiche mura. È comunque suggestivo trovarsi di fronte a quello che rimane anche se una maggiore manutenzione renderebbe più sicuro ed interessante il perimetro. Rimane il ricordo di una impegnativa salita e di un paesaggio a perdita d'occhio.

(Translated by Google) Let's say right away that only a few perimeter walls remain of the Rocca, although observing it from below it can give the impression of a real castle still standing. It is accessed via a short but somewhat steep climb starting from the cathedral square. People usually rush to take photos sitting on the giant bench at the top, but honestly it's not worth it! Once you arrive at the top, the view is nice but certainly not breathtaking (wide expanse of urban panorama and warehouses with a strip of sea in the background), the route ends under the only perimeter wall still preserved and two large plastic pipes make a beautiful display (photo) . As for the bench, it is generally taken over by hordes of children and teenagers who smoke... Let's say that there are better attractions in the area! (Original) Diciamo subito che della Rocca rimane giusto qualche muro perimetrale, anche se osservandola dal basso può dare l'impressione di un vero e proprio castello ancora in piedi. Vi si accede attraverso una breve ma un po' ripida salita che parte dalla piazza della cattedrale. La gente solitamente si accapiglia per fare le foto seduta sulla panchina gigante che c'è alla sommità, ma sinceramente non ne vale la pena! Arrivati su il panorama è carino ma non certo mozzafiato (ampia distesa di panorama urbano e capannoni con striscia mare sullo sfondo), il percorso finisce sotto l'unico muro perimetrale ancora conservato e due grandi tubi di plastica fanno bella mostra di se (foto). Quanto alla panchina, generalmente è presa d'assalto o da orde di bambini e da ragazzetti che fumano... Diciamo che in zona ci sono attrazioni migliori!

(Translated by Google) Very naturalistic environment with a view of the Piazza del Duomo and the city of Pietrasanta. Too bad it's dirty and generally poorly maintained. Electrical panels dangerously open!! It could be used better. (Original) Ambiente naturalistico molto nello con vista sulla piazza del Duomo e sulla città di Pietrasanta. Peccato sia zozza e generalmente mal tenuta. Quadri elettrici pericolosamente aperti!! Potrebbe essere sfruttata meglio.

(Translated by Google) Pietrasanta Castle. There are no asphalt roads leading to it. I came from the north along the disappearing path and further through the ruins of the southern tower. There are no signs, but there are no prohibitory signs either. Inside there are very beautiful medieval ruins with excellent views of the coast. Built around 1255 on the site of the Rocca di Sala Lombard fortification. (Original) Замок Пьетрасанты. Асфальтовых дорог к нему нет. Зашел с севера по исчезающей тропе и далее через развалины южной башни. Указателей нет, но и запрещающих знаков нет. Внутри очень красивые средневековые развалины с отличным видом на побережье. Год постройки около 1255 года на месте укрепления Ломбардов Rocca di Sala.

(Translated by Google) I went up at 6:30 in the morning. I was the only one around Pietrasanta, but I enjoyed a splendid view 😍can you see it? (Original) Sono salita alle 6.30 di mattina. Ero l’unica in giro per Pietrasanta, ma mi sono goduta uno splendido paesaggio😍si vede?

Very interesting museum, it is for free and they have amazing events in the evening!

Beautiful Museum and heart of DAP festival!! Come visit!

Unfortunately the opening times are currently not correct. On the website they show the correct times: they are open from 1 July to 30 August 2023: from Monday to Saturday 9-13 and 19-24; Sunday 10-13 and 19-24. The entry is free.

Well worth a visit. Free. interesting building and many gesso prototypes for marble statues

It's a fantastic place. There are many interesting works.

Boobas make eye go 👁️👁️

(Translated by Google) Pietrasanta, known as "Little Athens," is a cultural center. Here, in the Piazza del Duomo or at the former Augustinian Convent, exhibitions of artists, some of whom are world-renowned, often take place. These artists, among other things, have studios here in Pietrasanta, where they conceive, develop, and create their art. Then came the problem of where to store the sketches and preparatory models, and Pietrasanta solved it... with the Sketches Museum. It was 1984, and from an idea by Jette Mühlendorph, the "Pierluigi Gherardi" Sketches Museum was established in the former Augustinian Convent. Here, approximately 350 artists, including Fernando Botero; Pietro Cascella; Igor Mitoraj; Giò Pomodoro; and Giuliano Vangi (just to name a few... the first that come to mind) have left behind their ideas in the form of sketches and models. Moreover, as in all the city's museums, it is a museum where it is not necessary to pay an entrance fee... because in "Little Athens" art is a gift to the community that is found, not only in the museums, but also in the squares and on the roundabouts of the city. (Original) Pietrasanta, conosciuta come la "Piccola Atene", è centro di cultura. Qui, spesso, in Piazza del Duomo o presso l'Ex Convento Agostiniano rassegne di artisti anche famosi nel Mondo di arte moderna. Artisti, tra l'altro, che qui a Pietrasanta hanno bottega ed è sempre qui che pensano, sviluppano e realizzano la propria arte. Poi nasce il problema di dove conservare i bozzetti e i modelli preparatori e Pietrasanta l'ha risolto ... con il Museo dei Bozzetti. Era il 1984 e da un'idea di Jette Muhlendorph si concretizza, negli spazzi dell'Ex Convento Agostiniano, il Museo dei Bozzetti "Pierluigi Gherardi". Qui circa 350 artisti, tra cui Fernando Botero; Pietro Cascella; Igor Mitoraj; Giò Pomodoro; Giuliano Vangi (solo per nominare qualche nome ... i primi che mi vengono alla mente) hanno lasciato in dono sottoforma di bozzetti e modelli, le loro idee. Tra l'altro, come in tutti i Musei della Citta, è un Museo dove non è necessario pagare un biglietto ... perché nella "Piccola Atene" l'arte è un dono alla collettività che si trova, oltre nei Musei, nelle Piazze e sulle rotonde della Città.

(Translated by Google) Ancient fortress, beautiful. (Original) Antica rocca, bella.

Is it ever open?

(Translated by Google) I participated in the "inside monet" event, a truly wonderful experience (Original) Ho partecipato all'evento "inside monet" esperienza davvero bellissima

(Translated by Google) Caravaggio Experience ❤️ Long live MuSA. ✨ (Original) Caravaggio Experience ❤️ Viva il MuSA. ✨

(Translated by Google) A wonderful experience. We went to see the Caravaggio. I highly recommend it. (Original) Bellissima esperienza. Siamo andati a vedere il Caravaggio. Consiglio vivamente

(Translated by Google) Very beautiful! They take you into Caravaggio's world! Then the music! Very moving! The thing that I was disappointed about, although very beautiful, was that they didn't let you wear glasses for long! Anyway, I recommend it as an experience! (Original) Molto bello! Ti fanno entrare nel mondo di caravaggio! Poi le musiche! Molto emozionante! La cosa che mi è dispiaciuta anche se Molto bella che ti fanno stare poco con gli occhiali! Cmq La consiglio come esperienza!

(Translated by Google) The MuSA Virtual Museum of Sculpture is located in Pietrasanta, which can be considered the capital of marble. Pietrasanta is a municipality in the province of Lucca in Tuscany. It was founded in 1255, when the Milanese nobleman Guiscardo Pietrasanta, podesta of the Republic of Lucca, founded it in place of the Borgo called Sala. In addition to numerous artisan workshops, there are numerous art galleries. Given the proximity to the Apuan Alps, many world-famous artists work in this beautiful city, where you can admire their works. The MuSA illustrates the process of extracting marble, which is one of the main resources of the city. (Original) Il MuSA Museo Virtuale della scultura si trova a Pietrasanta, che puo' considerarsi la capitale del marmo.Pietrasanta e' un comune della provincia di Lucca in Toscana.Fu fondata nel 1255, quando il nobile milanese Guiscardo Pietrasanta podesta' della repubblica di Lucca,la fondo' al posto del Borgo chiamato Sala.Oltre a numerosi laboratori artigianali ci sono numerose gallerie d'arte.Data la vicinanza con le Apuane tanti artisti di fama mondiale operano in questa bella citta' dove si possono ammirare le loro opere.Nel MuSA viene illustrato il procedimento di estrazione del marmo che e' una delle principale risorse della citta'.

(Translated by Google) We saw the interactive exhibition on Caravaggio. It was truly beautiful. It was presented by an actor with a passion for art history, who gave such a beautiful interpretation of the paintings that it moved me. (Original) Abbiamo visto la mostra interattiva su Caravaggio. Veramente bellissima. È stata presentata da un attore innamorato della storia dell'arte, il quale ha dato un'interpretazione dei quadri talmente bella da farmi emozionare.

Extremely slow service, verging on unpleasant. Completely unprofessional. Food was decent but nothing exceptional.

We decided to have dinner in this place last Saturday. So it was a typical over-crowded summer evening. First and foremost: the tables are crammed outside along the road. Distance between you and the other guests is 15cm at most - this is something I really hate and can understand only for typical tourist traps in big cities. We had "mortadella" appetizers for €25/person - they brought few slices of very typical mortadella, same as in supermarket. We had historical "polpette" for just €20 and they brought four extremely small meatballs. Let's move on: we asked for sparkling water, and they brought us (first time in my life in an italian restaurant) water in a tin can. We opted for the steak as main course and yes, meat was delicious ..fantastic - juicy...tender...it was anazing. Overpriced though. My wife asked for a glass of wine...as I was driving - they brought us a very sour and almost hot red wine - as the temperature outside was almost 30°C - but I thought that a "vinoteca" should know how to keep wine refrigerated. I asked for a coffee and they forgot to bring it. I'm sorry but please stay as far away as possible from this place - there is absolutely nothing worth a visit.

The place is great, but the service is quite bad. They made us feel very unwelcome, we had to wait for over 20 min to get a bottle of water, and food, in general, was disappointing. I used to come to this place often a long time ago and it was great... now it's certainly not. Not a great way to spend over 100 euros for two people (without wine or drinks)

An absolutely bizarre establishment that serves bland food and awful wine. I ordered a 38 Euro steak which couldn't have arrived with less flavour if it tried. If that wasn't enough it was ridiculously expensive. This could not be any worse. Like the review below mine I wouldn't normally write such a strong review but its just not acceptable to deliver such a poor experience and charge so much.

This is the first time I have ever given a restaurant a poor review, but I felt I needed to inform others of the terrible food here. We are from NYC and there is infinitely better Italian food there than in this restaurant. Really disappointed in this meal. Most expensive meal I’ve ever had in Italy and there was zero flavor. Additionally, I found a sharp piece of metal in my pasta dish that stabbed the roof of my mouth. Would never return, would never recommend.

This used to be my favourite restaurant in Italy. Now everything has changed. The oriole are different and there is zero care for your enjoyment or for the food they are bringing. It’s all about churn. Give this place a miss, there are many nicer restaurants in Pietrasanta.

Bad service (or simply understaffed), poor food quality and too expensive prices. Had the pasta and tomatoe soup as a starter. The pasta had no taste and the soupe was so thick that you could eat it with a fork. For main course we ordered the veal cotlette which was more than well done. After complaining did the waiter say that the chef said it has to be cooked like this and he could offer instead of a beef fillet. After several tries to order the cotlette medium we gave up and took the beef filet indtead of. This one was cooked perfectly with the only problem that the beef was expired and tasted extremly sour. The side dishes (patatoes and the tomatoe selection) were very boring; No taste of the tomatoes and the potatoes felt like they were warmed up already a couple of times. We have confronted the server with our experience of the food. We werent offered to jot pay for the meat we basically couldnt eat. We actially feel like the waiters tried bit the kitchen was the problem. Frustrating after a week in italy with much better food in the smallest most random places. This was our last evening and wanted to treat us - but was a big dissapointment.

Our local friend recommended Da Giacomo for a special occasion, and it was the perfect choice. We went for dinner to celebrate my husband’s birthday and had a wonderful evening. The garden setting was absolutely beautiful, and the service was exceptional — attentive and thoughtful. They even served the kids’ dishes first, which made things so much easier for us as a family. The food was excellent, and the whole experience felt truly special. If you’re looking for a fancy dinner to celebrate an important day, we highly recommend it. Plus, the town of Pietrasanta itself is charming and well worth exploring.

Very beautiful location, good food and our waitress was super friendly and caring. Thank you for that! But unfortunately something bad happened in the end. One of the waiters (may the chef of them. He was in his 50s or something) gave my 20 year old cousin a card with his private phone number on it. This is not just unprofessional, it’s absolutely a No Go! We all (8pax) left the restaurant with uncomfortable feelings. May this text make you think about what you did to her. Do you really think that girls about 30 years younger than you appreciate that, grandpa? Best example how the behaviour of one men can ruin all the good feelings about this place we had before. Sorry for all the rest of the team (you all were very kind) but we’ll never come back.

An absolutely beautiful location. Ask to sit in the garden. The food was incredible from start to finish. Pasta amazing, so was the pork, the scallops, the oysters and the desserts. Great town for a stroll after dinner. Great wine list.

The food here is truly delicious, but the service was absolutely terrible. The waiters completely forgot about us — they didn’t refill our water or wine, so we ended up serving ourselves. When they finally brought the food, they just stood there waiting for us to clear the table ourselves. They were unfriendly, grumpy, and offered no help in choosing wine. The staff seemed totally disorganized. After finishing our main course, we sat for 20 minutes with dirty plates still in front of us. The restroom was dirtier than at a gas station, which was shocking. We visited this place two years ago and had a wonderful experience — the décor is beautiful, and the food is excellent. Unfortunately, after last night’s visit, we probably won’t be coming back. There are plenty of equally good restaurants in the area with much better service.

Da Giacomo came recommended. Set in a quaint courtyard only slightly diminished by the crusher stone on the ground - a poor substitute for a paver and a guarantee to be eating from a dancing table. A little irritating to say the least. Not in the mood for fish we opted for meat which probably is not their forte. The walk through Pietrasanta was well worth the visit. The town’s accent on stone and sculptures creates an air of culture and beauty. A stop in one of the main piazza bars is highly recommended for a pre-dinner aperitivo.

Luxurious, delicious and fancy experience. The staff are all very polite and accommodating. The restaurant is in a beautiful setting. The food was perfection

We had delicious lobster pasta and sat in the garden. The food and service were both excellent. If I ever get back to that region I will go back. Highly recommended.

One of my favorite restaurants when I am in Italy. Both inside and outside in the garden is really pleasant to sit, also due to the countryside landscape. And the food is as usual amazing. The fish crudo is a must have, but also the grilled branzino with veggies and potatoes was very tasty! And finally kudos to the sommelier who recommended a delicious cold Pinot Nero to accompany!

Crudo delicious! I had the best Tagliolini Porcini of my life!

What a lovely lunch we had. Great service, amazing food and stunning scenery. Grazie mille!

Superb. Amazing. Excellent. The food is really good (try the pasta nera or something like that), the place itself is really beautiful and the ambiance very pleasant and hip. The staff is amazing and the alcohol selection quite wide. Make sure to book!

Incredible food with amazing view. Friendly and professional service.

Location: 5 star. Amazing view. Food: 3 star. We got a fish Menu. Was good. Also meat Menu seems interesting.

Good restaurant & service!!

Horrible experience. Be careful if you come with a dog. The are 2 small dogs that stay there and they keep them without a leash on a loose. We came to have a lunch there and been attacked by these dogs. We asked to take them on a leash but they simply did nothing. Thanks god our dog wasn’t bitten but really horrible experience!

Best place for drinking in Versilia

Good

(Translated by Google) I took advantage of this restaurant at the end of the season and maybe that's why it was empty. Service not the best. The food was very good and exquisite. Beautifully presented and tasty. Some dishes are super tasty. This rating does not apply to hotel breakfasts. A small selection of dishes, the meat is sometimes not fresh, the scrambled eggs are too hard and the bacon is burnt. (Original) Skorzystałem z uroków tej restauracji pod koniec sezonu i może dlatego było pusto. Obsługa nienajlepsza. Jedzenie bardzo dobre i wykwintne. Pięknie podane i smaczne. Niektóre dania super smaczne. Ta ocena nie dotyczy śniadań w hotelu. Mały wybór potraw, wędlina zdarza się nie świeża, jajecznica za bardzo ścięta a bekon spalony.

(Translated by Google) I went there with my family and I have to say that we were all very satisfied. Already at the entrance you can see that it is a very well-kept restaurant. The first time we had a pasta with three tomatoes, I have no words to describe the perfection of the dish; the plating, the quantity, the beauty. Then the meat, cooked just right. The dessert was beautiful and just as good. (Original) Ci sono stata con la mia famiglia e devo dire che siamo rimasti tutti molto soddisfatti. Già all'entrata si vede che è un ristorante molto curato .La prima volta abbiamo preso una pasta ai tre pomodori, non ho parole per descrivere la perfezione del piatto; l'impiattamento, la quantità , la bellezza. Poi la carne, cotta al punto giusto giusto. Il dessert era bellissimo e altrettanto buono.

(Translated by Google) Top restaurant, modern and very well-kept location, friendly staff. Excellent food! (Original) Ristorante top, location moderna e curatissima, personale cordiale. Cibo ottimo !

(Translated by Google) We had dinner on a Saturday evening at Blanco Restaurant. Unfortunately, it took an hour and a half before we received our order (during which time we gorged ourselves on bread 😩), and we noticed the staff was poorly organized. We ordered two appetizers, a first course, and a second course, accompanied by two glasses of Franciacorta. They were good but nothing special. The location is beautiful and elegant, entirely in white, as the restaurant's name suggests. (Original) Abbiamo cenato di sabato sera al Blanco Restaurant. Purtroppo è passata un'ora e mezza prima di ricevere l'ordinazione (tempo nel quale ci siamo abbuffati di pane 😩) ed abbiamo notato scarsa organizzazione del personale. Abbiamo ordinato 2 antipasti, un primo ed un secondo, accompagnati da due calici di Franciacorta. Buoni ma niente di speciale. La location è bella ed elegante, interamente sul bianco, come suggerisce il nome del ristorante.

A must visit place. As a chef with +30 years of experience I found this place amazing. Andrea the owner is a fantastic and helpful person. He shares his love doing this amazing dishes and would behave as helpful as possible. Arrivederci

Wonderful meal, great service, each dish was perfect. Can’t wait to come back!

Really nice inside, food and service was excellent tables slightly close together for couples, but not as bad as many UK places where you pay a premium and can touch the next table!

Had another great visit to Il Posto food excellent and staff as usual friendly and efficient.

Definitely at the top of our list. Extraordinary high level of service - thank you Andrea - and food. Friendliness combined with exquisite cuisine in romantic setting. We will be back very soon

Start your evening with a Tagliatelle with Truffels, continue with a Branzino and end your evening with one of the desserts, definitely one of my favourite spots in and around Pietrasanta/Forte.

Interesting interpretations of local favorite recipes. Excellent Mare Caldo (warm seafood salad).