Make a holiday rental home or villa in Ponte a Moriano, Italy your home away from home

The small settlement known as Ponte a Moriano is just 9km from the city of Lucca, but can sometimes feel a million miles away from anything due to its rural location and traditional Tuscan way of life. You should not come here expecting bright lights and modern attractions, but if you are looking for an authentic Italian destination that is just a short distance from Lucca, you have hit the nail on the head.

Things to do in Ponte a Moriano, Italy

Ponte a Moriano provides a rural base from which to visit Lucca or to simply enjoy a week of relaxation – the Tuscan way. The destination is popular with outdoors enthusiasts as a series of country walks start and finish within the village, allowing you to make the most of the fabulous countryside and great weather.

Cafés, small shops, supermarkets and restaurants can all be found within the centre of Ponte a Moriano, meaning self-caterer's are well looked after, and you will never have far to venture when seeking that ice-cream on a hot summers' afternoon, or a strong coffee for that morning pick-me-up. More eating and drinking options can be found in the surrounding area, with the city of Lucca having the most in the way of amenities.

One of the greatest selling points of Ponte a Moriano is that a train station is literally on your doorstep. This means that by taking a short wander from your Ponte a Moriano self-catering accommodation and boarding a train or bus, you can soon find yourself enjoying the delights of Lucca, Florence or Pisa with the minimal of fuss and organisation – ideal for families with young children.

Places to visit on holiday in Ponte a Moriano, Italy

The province of Lucca is home to 35 comuni, and visitors are well advised to visit as many as they can during their stay in Ponte a Moriano. Two of the closest are the tiny villages of Aquilea (3km) and San Quirico di Moriano (4km), whilst the city of Lucca is just 9km away and has both modern and historic attractions within its famous Renaissance-era town walls.

Weather in Ponte a Moriano, Italy

Ponte a Moriano experiences a Mediterranean climate. This means that the summer months of June, July and August are the hottest months in which to visit this destination, with an average daily high temperature of 28C. Spring and early autumn are also popular times for a holiday here, as temperatures are pleasant without being stifling and humid.

Flights to Ponte a Moriano, Italy

Holiday rental accommodation Ponte a Moriano can be reached within 45 minutes of landing at Galileo Galilei International Airport (PSA), Pisa. The airport receives flights from UK airlines such as British Airways, Jet2.com and EasyJet, and is 43km south-west of Ponte a Moriano.