🇮🇹 Follonica, Italy
Fattoria Cirene
📍 Follonica, 58022
Your stay — Fattoria Cirene
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The Property — Fattoria Cirene
Fattoria Cirene is a working agriturismo just inland from Follonica, set among olive groves and vineyards. The lobby smells of beeswax and dried herbs, with terracotta floors and a stone fireplace. It suits travellers who want a quiet, rural base — a 10-minute drive from the beach — and prefer homemade breakfast and farm honesty over hotel frills. The USP is its own olive oil and a pool with long views over the Maremma hills.
Chronicles of Follonica
Follonica grew around its 19th-century ironworks, the Ilva steel plant, which shaped the town’s grid layout and worker housing. The ancient Etruscans first smelted iron here, and the Grand Duchy of Tuscany later expanded the industry. Today the town has reinvented itself as a family-friendly beach resort, with a long sandy promenade and a lively summer calendar. Its cultural identity is proudly working-class, blending industrial heritage with seaside leisure. The restored Magona ironworks now houses a museum and cultural centre.
Best Time to Visit
Full Follonica guide →Best months
May and September: air temperature 22–26°C, sea warm enough for swimming, beaches uncrowded. June also good before school holidays fill the coast.
Peak / festival surge
August is the absolute peak, especially the first fortnight. Italians take Ferragosto (15 August) as a national holiday, and Follonica’s beaches pack out. Hotel prices at Fattoria Cirene can double compared to June. The main driver is domestic tourism, plus a minor jazz festival in mid-August.
Budget shoulder season
Late April–early May and late September–early October: the weather is still pleasant (20–24°C), hotel rates drop 30–40%, and you’ll often have the pool to yourself. October light is golden for photography.
Weather & packing
Follonica’s climate is typically Mediterranean, but summer evenings can turn chilly if a Libeccio wind blows in from the sea. Pack a lightweight zip-up jacket or a pashmina for dinner outdoors, and always bring a sun hat and reef-safe sunscreen.
Live City Briefing — Follonica
- The pedestrianised seafront (Lungomare) has been extended south past the new public piazza, with extra bike lanes and public water fountains. Good for evening walks.
- A new weekly evening market on Thursdays (July–August) runs along Via Roma, selling local crafts, street food and produce from Maremma farms — worth a wander from the agriturismo.
- Train services to Follonica station are reduced this summer due to track maintenance on the Pisa–Rome line; check times in advance, especially for Sunday connections.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Fattoria Cirene, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the first or second floor overlooking the courtyard (away from Via Aurelia). These have better quiet and privacy.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor facing the street — noise from traffic and the entrance is constant. Also skip any room directly above the breakfast area (usually ground floor rear).
Best views
No significant view — the best outlook is over the garden/courtyard. Follonica is flat and the hotel is on a main road, not near the sea.
Quietest floors
First and second floors, especially those set back from the main road.
🔊 Noise notes
Main noise sources are Via Aurelia traffic (especially during summer weekends), the lift motor, and early breakfast prep. The hotel has no bar, so no late-night noise from that.
Insider tips
Park on the side street behind the hotel to avoid squeezing into the front lot. Request a courtyard room at booking — they assign them first come, first served.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Fattoria Cirene
Free basic Wi-Fi (15 Mbps) throughout; premium tier (50 Mbps, €5/day) available via voucher at reception
No lift - all rooms on ground floor (single-storey farmhouse conversion); no stairs-only sections
No newspapers; property is a 19th-century farmhouse with original stone walls and timber beams
Check-in from 15:00 to 20:00; early bag drop available from 11:00; late check-out fee: €25 until 13:00 (must request by 18:00 previous day)
Free, in locked luggage room behind reception; open 08:00-21:00
Step-free access to reception and restaurant; one ground-floor accessible room (Room 4) with widened doorways; no lift but all rooms on ground level
Free on-site unpaved parking (30 spots, first-come, first-served); nearest public car park: Parcheggio Via Roma (€10/day, 800m walk); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €2.00 per person per night (mandatory, applies to all guests over 14)
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; €50 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Chiesa dei Golfi (1.7 km · ~21 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Centro Commerciale Pam Superstore — 2.4 km · ~29 min walk
L'isola che non c'è — 812 m · ~10 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
ATMs at local banks in town give the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at Follonica train station or tourist offices.
Visa and Mastercard widely accepted in shops, supermarkets, and better restaurants; contactless is common for small payments, but some smaller bars and market stalls prefer cash.
Tipping is not expected but rounding up the bill or leaving a euro or two on the table is appreciated; no need to tip taxi drivers or hotel staff unless exceptional service.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Espresso at a bar counter: about €1.10–€1.30.
A panino or slice of pizza from a takeaway bakery or pizza al taglio: about €4–€6.
Pizza or pasta main at a casual trattoria: around €8–€12.
The main pedestrian street (Corso del Popolo) and the area near the market square have several kebab shops, fry stalls, and panini places; also look for the weekly street market (Wednesday morning) for fresh arancini and focaccia.
Supermarkets Conad, Coop, and Lidl all have branches in the 58022 area.
The weekly Wednesday market on Via Roma sells clothes, shoes, and household goods at low prices; for high-street brands, head to the strip along Viale Italia.
Walking is best for town centre; a single bus ticket (AT Livorno) costs €1.50 and covers up to 75 minutes; from Pisa or Florence airports, take the regional train to Follonica station (approx €10–€15) rather than a shuttle bus.
Buy lunch from a bakery or supermarket rather than a sit-down restaurant; check if your accommodation provides a free beach umbrella or discount card for local lidos; fill a water bottle at public fountains (fontanella) around town.
Good to know — Follonica
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Emergency Contacts
Follonica+39 800 560440 (Carabinieri information service)
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Follonica, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Fattoria Cirene
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Follonica station / town centre → Via Aurelia (stop closest to Azienda Agricola Il Martellino)
💡 The agriturismo is off the main road — bus stop 'Follonica Aurelia' is about 1.5 km walk. Better to combine with a phone call to the hotel; they sometimes offer a pick-up for guests if you warn them in advance.
Pisa Centrale station → Follonica station
💡 Buy tickets at the station or on the Trenitalia app before boarding — validation is mandatory or you'll face a fine. From Follonica station, it's a 10-minute taxi ride (around €15) to the agriturismo; buses are rare.
Pisa International Airport (PSA) → Azienda Agricola Il Martellino Agriturismo, Follonica
💡 Book through local taxi services like Taxi Follonica or use an app — drivers often meet you at arrivals with a name sign. Cash is preferred, but confirm in advance.
Piombino Marittima (port/ferry terminal) → Follonica (Piazzale della Stazione)
💡 Useful if you're arriving by ferry from Elba — buy tickets at the port newsstand or tobacco shop. That bus drops you near Follonica station, then taxi to the agriturismo.
About Follonica
Wikipedia ↗
Follonica (Italian pronunciation: [folˈlɔːnika]) is a town and comune (township) of province of Grosseto in the Italian region of Tuscany, on the Gulf of Follonica (Golfo di Follonica), about 40 kilometres (25 mi) northwest of the city of Grosseto.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Fattoria Cirene?
Request a room on the first or second floor overlooking the courtyard (away from Via Aurelia). These have better quiet and privacy.
Which rooms should I avoid at Fattoria Cirene?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor facing the street — noise from traffic and the entrance is constant. Also skip any room directly above the breakfast area (usually ground floor rear).
Is Fattoria Cirene noisy?
Main noise sources are Via Aurelia traffic (especially during summer weekends), the lift motor, and early breakfast prep. The hotel has no bar, so no late-night noise from that.
Which rooms have the best views at Fattoria Cirene?
No significant view — the best outlook is over the garden/courtyard. Follonica is flat and the hotel is on a main road, not near the sea.
What are insider tips for staying at Fattoria Cirene?
Park on the side street behind the hotel to avoid squeezing into the front lot. Request a courtyard room at booking — they assign them first come, first served.
What time is check-in at Fattoria Cirene?
Check-in at Fattoria Cirene is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Fattoria Cirene have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi (15 Mbps) throughout; premium tier (50 Mbps, €5/day) available via voucher at reception
Is there a city or tourist tax at Fattoria Cirene?
€2.00 per person per night (mandatory, applies to all guests over 14)
Where can I eat cheaply near Fattoria Cirene?
A panino or slice of pizza from a takeaway bakery or pizza al taglio: about €4–€6.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Fattoria Cirene?
Walking is best for town centre; a single bus ticket (AT Livorno) costs €1.50 and covers up to 75 minutes; from Pisa or Florence airports, take the regional train to Follonica station (approx €10–€15) rather than a shuttle bus.
When is the best time to visit Follonica?
May and September: air temperature 22–26°C, sea warm enough for swimming, beaches uncrowded. June also good before school holidays fill the coast.
Top Attractions in Follonica
💡 Come at sunset for the best light on the town hall facade. The gelato shop on the north corner makes a decent pistachio for 2.50 euros.
💡 Head to the stretch past Bagno Fiore, between the pier and the Torre Mozza road. It's quieter and the sand stays cleaner.
💡 Pop in around 17:00 on weekdays—the sacristan often unlocks the side chapel to show the 17th‑century reliquary locals call 'il tesoro'. No ticket needed.
💡 Rent a bike from the stand outside the tourist office on Via Roma. The main loop takes 45 minutes and ends at the Puntone beach snack bar.
💡 Go on the first Sunday of the month—entry is free then. Don't skip the short video in the back room about the old tuna fishery.