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Where we are
To reach us is easy:
By Car: Exit from motorway at La Spezia Santo Stefano (which is the main exit). We are at 800 mt from the tollbooth .
By train: from the Central Station of La Spezia take a train direction Parma (or Pontremoli) and get off in Santo Stefano di Magra (La Spezia Central Station – Santo Stefano di Magra about 15 minutes)
By Bus : take a bus “A ” or "SA", and get off at "Bivio Ponzano" (travel time 20 minutes )
By Airplane: Pisa airport (45 minutes ) or Genoa airport (1 hour)
Santo Stefano di Magra is a delightful village situated only 15 minutes from the center of La Spezia. It is an excellent point of departure for exploring the beautiful coast of La Spezia and its surroundings. The village is crossed by the famous “Via Francigena” and has four ancient and very beautiful churches.
The surrounding hills are full of vegetation and ideal for long nature walks.
In October the famous “Fiera di San Felice” takes place; it’s one of the biggest fairs in the city, also known as the “Cattle Fair”, where you can find animals, agricultural vehicles and local products.
The summer in Santo Stefano is rich of music and fun. Festivals take place from July to September. The most renowned are the “Festa del Goto”, the traditional wine festival and the “Sagra della Scherpada”, where you can taste a typical veg pie cooked on stone.
For the past several years, “Bellacanzone” is the musical event of the summer. In fact, in the area once occupied by the Vaccari Fabbrica, famous singers and celebrities meet the public with free exciting and unique shows.