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Relaxing Holidays and Farmhouse Courses in Mugello

Participate in farm programs Villa Campestri means get the most the experience.

All those who dream relaxing holidays will find in Mugello a destination that will never forget.

Just few kilometers from Florence a green oasis to breathe clean air, to make long walks and get back your contact with nature.

Yes, because choosing from the many courses in Farmhouse you can learn while having fun.

Experiences in the Nature

Tuscany is particularly rich in art cities, medieval villages, typical costumes and good food.

In this panorama the Mugello fits as a privileged destination for those who want to visit the great museums of Florence with its beautiful masterpieces, but at the same time prefer to stay away from city chaos.

That’s why so many tourists today choose a farmhouse for their holiday.

Farmhouse in Mugello

Spending the holidays in Farm means to slow down, appreciate the simple things and find empathy with nature.

It’s the ideal holiday for families with children. While adults can relax in the cool enjoying a well deserved rest, children can safely play in the gentle countryside of Mugello.

Rediscover the contact with nature and animals, visiting the farms to learn how to produce milk. Every morning a run in the chicken coop to catch the fresh eggs.

In the afternoon a course in the farm will satisfy their curiosity and desire to learn.

And in the evening? Let’s have dinner together to taste the typical Tuscan cuisine, made of genuine food and country flavors.

Courses in Farmhouse

Relax, Experience, Nature and not only…

To say that in Mugello you don’t get bored is not a cliché, it is the absolute truth!

A holiday in Mugello is an opportunity to learn something new, to test our own skills and broaden knowledge thanks to the many courses in the Farmhouse.

Foreign tourists love especially Cooking Classes. During their holidays in Farm will learn the secrets of Italian cuisine. How to make handmade pasta, prepare delicious sauces, cooking italian cakes.

The Cooking Classes in Farmhouses are good opportunities to delight friends and family when they return home.

Many courses, not only for gourmets.

Courses in the Farm are many and you can really learn everything.

Are useful opportunities to learn new skills but also to socialize, to spend some time in the company of other guests or our own family.

Here is a list of the most selected courses during holidays in Farm:

  • Cooking courses;
  • Painting Courses;
  • Pottery Classes;
  • Wine tasting;
  • Riding lessons;
  • Oil tasting course;
  • Yoga Fitness;
  • Knitting courses;
  • Cheese tasting;
  • Care of the garden.

Tuscany gourmets definitely find a course to suit their palate. Wines tasting, cheese tasting, olive oil tasting…

Also fitness lovers cannot complain.

Those who want to exercise can choose from the many activities that Farmhouse can offer.

Meditation and Yoga in the green, hiking, Nature Gymn…outdoor sports is a healthy activity that regenerates mind and body.

All courses are also suitable for children, but needless to say, one in particular is definitely the most loved by young tourists. Who loves horses more than children?

Here is that during the holidays, children will be able to take guided walks or learn how to brush and take care of the horses.

In short, the experience to live in Mugello are so many, and all unforgettable.

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