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Location: Massa, Massa-Carrara, Tuscany, Italy

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1. Versilia River Cycle Path – Massa–Pietrasanta Cycle Path loop from Pietrasanta

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2. Versilia River Cycle Path – Massa–Pietrasanta Cycle Path loop from Carrara-Avenza

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3. Fosdinovo Castle – Roman Amphitheatre of Luni loop from Tendola

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Willem VS

September 15, 2024

The Palazzo Ducale is an important monument in Massa, located in Piazza Aranci. It was built in the mid-16th century according to the wishes of Prince Alberico I Cybo-Malaspina. Hence it is also called Palazzo Cybo-Malaspina.

The impressive façade overlooking the square offers a color scheme of red and white (in the marble and stucco). Beyond the main entrance opens a large courtyard, surrounded by columns, staircases, loggias and marble portals. At the far end is a nymphaeum with a statue of Neptune riding the waves.

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Le Viaggiatrici Improbabili

May 28, 2024

Beautiful square with lots of orange trees around it

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🇧🇪 Herwig Aertbeliën

July 31, 2024

Piazza Aranci in Massa is named after the double row of orange trees, which were planted in the early nineteenth century after the hotly debated demolition of the church of San Pietro on the orders of Countess Elisa Baciocchi, Napoleon's niece. In the beginning, sweet citrus trees were selected and strict laws were in place to ensure that tourists and passers-by did not pick the fruits, which were instead given to charities.

Over time, less tasty bitter citrus fruits were planted, which turned out to be stronger in winter. Giacomo Leopardi and Giosué Carducci were equally captivated by these trees and mentioned them in letters after visiting the square.

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Location: Massa, Massa-Carrara, Tuscany, Italy

Ducal Palace of Massa

1. Versilia River Cycle Path – Massa–Pietrasanta Cycle Path loop from Pietrasanta

2. Versilia River Cycle Path – Massa–Pietrasanta Cycle Path loop from Carrara-Avenza

3. Fosdinovo Castle – Roman Amphitheatre of Luni loop from Tendola

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