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| Volterra | ||
| region | Tuscany | |
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| Residents | 10.290 (2018) | |
| height | 531 m | |
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Volterra is a city in the province Pisa.
background
Volterra was founded in the 4th century BC. Built by Etruscans
getting there
By bus
In the street
Volterra is located on a mountain about 550m high, which is accessed by serpentines. The driveway to the place is very narrow in places.
Park: There are a number of chargeable parking spaces around the old town belt, which are well signposted. There is a free gravel parking lot "La Docciola" (on Via dei Filosofi) with a drinking water fountain for mobile homes and cars. From here two steep stairs lead past the old wash house directly into the center.
mobility
At the foot of the city wall, directly at the excavation sites of the amphitheater, there are some larger parking spaces. The way there is clearly visible when entering the city through signs.
Tourist Attractions
A special attraction in Volterra are the "La Balze", large rockfalls on the eastern edge of the city, from which there is also a wonderful view of the area around Volterra.
Churches
Castles, chateaux and palaces
Buildings
One of the most famous buildings in Volterra is the great fortress, which is not accessible; it is used as a state prison. The fortress itself was built by the famous Medici family.
Monuments
Museums
- Museo della Tortura. The Torture Museum offers an insight into the torture methods and tools of the Middle Ages. Strong nerves are recommended.
Streets and squares
In the heart of Volterra there is a market square with a fountain in the center. One of the ice cream parlors located there is world-famous for its multi-award-winning chocolate ice cream.
Parks
At one of the highest points in the city, right next to the fortress, there is a small park, which is also crossed by a gentle mountain wind in summer and thus promises a bit of cooling even at higher temperatures.
various
activities
shop
Since Volterra is a stronghold of alabaster processing, there are numerous smaller and larger shops and workshops where you can buy all kinds of products and works of art made of alabaster.
kitchen
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nightlife
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accommodation
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security
health
Practical advice
trips
literature
Web links
- http://www.comune.volterra.pi.it - Official website of Volterra
