The magic of a flight over the Mugello Valley
Silently hovering in the sky aboard a glider and found the absolute freedom and admiring the breathtaking scenery of the Mugello: this is an incredible experience that you can try at the AeroClub in Mugello. The airfield “La Collina” is located in Figliano, in Borgo San Lorenzo, just 13 km from Villa Campestri Olive Oil Resort: the airfield is open on weekends and holidays, and some do not need reservations. To fly you must be at least 12 years old: the flight is during the day, preferably early in the afternoon to take advantage of perfect conditions for soaring. Remember to bring with you sunglasses and a hat for protection from the sun.To fly tandem gliders are used: each glider port in fact, in addition to the passenger, also an experienced driver to ensure all flight safety.
You will fly over the valley of Mugello for a flight that lasts about half an hour: thanks to the transparent roof you can see every detail of the landscape that will lie beneath your feet.
Depending on the day the way of flying can change, ranging from the flight over 2,000 meters to touch the clouds, in low-altitude flights on the ridges of the Apennines, over forests and ridges.
To capture the breathtaking view that you will enjo, during the flight you can bring your camera!
Inside Aeroclub is also piloting a glider school recognized by the Civil Aviation Authority where you can get a pilot’s license: it takes at least 13 hours of flight take-offs and 40 to access the exam.
If you enjoy the flight and then you want to experience the thrill of flying over from the Mugello, the staff of Villa Campestri Olive Oil Resort will be happy to give you all the information you need to realize this dream
Quick Booking snippet
Extra virgin olive oil is a natural product that continues to evolve after pressing. Heat, light and oxygen accelerate this process and gradually affect both flavour and quality. At Villa Campestri Olive Oil Resort, this is something we know well. Our family has been producing extra virgin olive oil for generations, using olives grown in […]
Mugello is best known for its charming villages, ancient woodlands, historic villas and quintessential Tuscan landscapes. What many people don’t realise is that, after sunset, its clear skies and low levels of light pollution create ideal conditions for observing constellations, planets and, at the right time of year, even the Milky Way stretching across the […]
Villa Campestri, the world’s first Olive Oil Resort, transforms extra virgin olive oil into an experience that brings together nature, gastronomy, wellbeing and a deep connection to the land.
Have you ever woken up in the morning feeling as tired as when you went to bed? Or found yourself exhausted at night, only to lie awake for hours? Perhaps you’ve experienced that familiar afternoon slump, when your energy suddenly disappears for no obvious reason. Most of us blame stress, a busy schedule or lack […]
One of the most meaningful experiences during a trip to Tuscany, beyond visiting art cities or iconic landscapes, is connecting with everyday local life. That connection often happens in village markets, artisan workshops, and small food shops where products are made for the people who live there year-round, not just for visitors. In this guide, […]
How to get to Mugello from Florence and how to travel around Tuscany with or without a car. Distances, trains, buses and transfers.
Romantic weekend in Tuscany between Mugello and Florence: scenic rooms, candlelight dinners, and olive oil tastings. Discover Villa Campestri Olive Oil Resort.
Anyone visiting Florence for the first time imagines a stay right in the historic center, surrounded by museums, piazzas, and narrow cobblestone streets. It takes only a day, however, to realize that Florence is wonderful to explore yet challenging to inhabit. Between ZTL restrictions, scarce and expensive parking, constant noise, and high prices for even […]