The small town of Forte dei Marmi is uniquely positioned between the dramatic mountain range of the Apuan Alps, dazzling with white marble caps that give the illusion of snow, and the glistening Tyrrhenian Sea. Prosperous from maritime trade, wealthy and noble families of Tuscany and northern Italy took up summer residence here in the 19th century. Sophisticated travelers from throughout Europe caught wind of the cultural and social sanctuary offered by this fashionable beach town, and prestigious hotels and glamorous villas sprung up across the area, creating an affluent and tranquil environment of flower-filled gardens, lush parks, famous fashion houses and a host of celebrities, artists and diplomats.
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Occupying less than three-and-a-half square miles, Forte dei Marmi is a small seaside town on the Versilian coast of northern Tuscany. The town’s main road runs from north to south, parallel to its long, wide beach. A variety of hotels and resorts can be found scattered along, or just off of, this main road. Indagare can arrange private cabanas and gazebos, as well as lunch and dinner reservations, at all of the top properties and clubs, so that you can fully relax and soak up the sun and stylish atmosphere.
Forte allows for easy access to a variety of desirable day-excursions. Indagare can arrange transportation and touring—or, we can help you rent a car and prepare, so that you can venture out on your own. A couple of hours north by boat are the coastal towns of Portofino and Cinque Terre, characterized by their colorful, cliffside homes, wild natural beauty, medieval history and delectable Ligurian cuisine. Thirty to forty minutes south of Forte sit the medieval towns of Lucca and Pisa, both rich in history with remarkably intact Old Towns. Art lovers will appreciate the nearby communes of Carrara and Pietrasanta, both less than thirty minutes drive from Forte.
Indagare will request bike rentals through the hotel concierge in advance of your arrival, as cycling will likely be your main means of transport. You can bike around town to explore the adorable boutiques, mouth-watering gelaterias and hidden-gem trattorias for lunch. Then, walk down the town’s central promenade before heading to the 67 Sky Lounge Bar for panoramic views over the sea and the alps. Indagare can also arrange for a guide to take you through the town, to point out its interesting history and local legends.
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The intimate Hotel Byron offers the elegance and charm of Old World Forte dei Marmi with today’s modern comforts.
The Principe is the most luxurious hotel in town, making it a top choice for the international jet set who summer in Forte dei Marmi. With floor-to-ceiling glass windows, stylish modern rooms and panoramic views from the rooftop bar and...
The old-school hotel in town, the Augustus is the Forte de Marmi property that feels the most like a resort. With an elegant setting but a laid-back vibe, it is the quintessential Forte dei Marmi hotel.
Grand Hotel Imperiale is situated on a pedestrian street in the town center and offers the amenities and facilities of a five-star hotel in a grand and more corporate setting.
Located nearest to the shoreline, this four-star, villa-style property offers stylish accommodations and a boutique hotel experience.
One of the best ways to experience the Versilian and Ligurian coasts is by boat. Charter a private motoryacht and spend a beautiful summer day at sea. Stop first to see the Cinque Terre, or the five lands, famous for...
Both adults and children will appreciate a visit to the famous Carrara marble quarries. Located in the stunning Apuan Alps thirty minutes southwest of Forte dei Marmi, this historic and artistic town developed organically, out of a necessity to house...
The medieval town of Lucca is a short thirty-minute drive from Forte dei Marmi and is one of the best preserved walled cities of the early Renaissance era. The fully intact city walls are now used as pedestrian promenades and...
Art lovers shouldn’t miss a day trip to the neighboring town of Pietrasanta, the historic and artistic capital of the Versilia area. This small town and commune in the province of Lucca is a fifteen-minute drive from Forte dei Marmi...
The slightly more touristic but just as significant medieval town of Pisa is, like Lucca, a thirty-minute drive from Forte dei Marmi. Pisa is most famous for its Leaning Tower—awe-inspiring in its unique beauty and well worth a visit in...
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