Etruscan Coast Trek: From Santa Severa to Macchiatonda
Schedule
Sat, 11 Apr, 2026 at 08:30 am
UTC+02:00Location
Rome, Italy | Rome, LA
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🌊 ETRUSCAN COAST TREK — Castello di Santa Severa to MacchiatondaDiscover one of Lazio’s most captivating coastal landscapes on a full-day guided trek: medieval castle, exclusive access to the Etruscan site of Pyrgi, dramatic black-sand beaches, and rare backdune wetlands full of birdlife.
Highlights:
- Start: Castello di Santa Severa (meet 9:30 AM) 🏰
- Exclusive passage through the archaeological area of Pyrgi 🏺
- Walk the black-sand beach and coastal dunes to Macchiatonda Nature Reserve 🐦
- Superb wildlife and birdwatching opportunities
- Optional traditional tasting buffet at Azienda Agricola Roncella (€10) 🍽️
- Return to the train station; easily reachable by train from Rome 🚆
Quick facts:
- Duration: ~6 hours trekking + lunch break (briefing/rests excluded)
- Distance: ~12 km (easy / suitable for regular walkers)
- Terrain: sandy beaches, dunes, wetland paths (may be muddy; possible shallow water crossings)
- Language: English
- Group size: max 10 people • Age: 18+ • Not suitable for dogs
- Guide: Alessandro (professional environmental guide)
- This is a professional activity in accordance with EU legislation and Italian law no. 4/2003
Included:
- Professional environmental guide services
- Exclusive access through Pyrgi
- Access to Macchiatonda Nature Reserve
Not included:
- Tasting buffet at Azienda Agricola Roncella (€10, optional)
- Travel, transport, other food, or extra entrances
What to bring:
Obligatory: comfortable hiking footwear for beach/muddy terrain, weather-appropriate clothing (rain gear), daypack, minimum 1.5 L water.
Recommended: binoculars, camera, energy snacks/electrolytes.
Optional: headlamp with spare batteries (we can provide), whistle.
Spaces are limited to 10 participants. Click the Booking link or contact [email protected] to reserve your spot.
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