The Great Off Road From Florence

Florence may well be known for its wonderful and varied history and museums filled to capacity with art, monuments and fascinating relics from bygone era’s. What is lesser known however are the many off road trails that are all thoroughly enjoyable with an SUV hire from Florence.

From Florence Peretola Airport (FLR) you can hire the luxurious Range Rover Sport SVR for a drive to the Abetone mountain ranges. A popular ski destination, in the winter the crowds set in as people from all over the world take advantage of the excellent snow quality and exciting ski pistes. By summer, the mountain comes alive with lush green meadows where the breathtaking views are enough to make your heart sing.

Immerse yourself in the tranquil beauty of Lake Scaffaiolo and reawaken a sense of drama atop this pristine peak of the world. Within just a two hour drive from Florence, hire the Land Rover Discovery, a reliable mid size SUV, and arrive with plenty of time to go exploring through this natural terrain.

Maresca a historic mountain village, nestled into the hills of Tuscany, is situated 790 meters above sea level. Go wandering through the ancient Ligurian and Romany relics. This is a popular hiking destination, where you can take some fantastic trails through the wild and over-grown flora and fauna. For the occasion arrive in the smooth and comfortable confines of the BMW X6. After all a love for the great outdoors shouldn’t have to come at a cost to comfort.

Clearly, it would be amiss for us not to mention the wider Tuscany region famously known for its unabashed beauty and where you can hire a luxury car, perfect for the occasion. A drive through Tuscany will take you through emerald green hills lined with cypress trees, a well spring of wineries and patched with vineyards, orchards and olive groves. Visit the famous leaning tower of Pisa, the delightful renaissance city of Lucca, the university town of Siena and of course take all the time needed to explore the wonderful Chianti wine region.

Whether you are visiting Florence for business, make sure to include room in your stay for pleasure, not to, would be a crime of drastic proportions.

Adele Cussato is a prolific luxury travel and lifestyle writer. Her pieces are enjoyed for their colorful and descriptive language as much as they are for their wit and poignant focus.