The Mouth of the Arno
Where the Arno river meets the Tyrrhenian Sea, a unique landscape unfolds: fresh and salt waters mingle, fishing huts dot the banks and sailboats glide among the reeds.
About 25 minutes by car from La Tana del Cinghiale
The Retoni: traditional fishing huts
The retoni are traditional fishing balance huts on stilts that characterise the mouth of the Arno. These wooden structures, with their square nets, are a symbol of local fishing tradition.
Some retoni are still used for fishing, while others are small retreats for fishing and socialising. At sunset, their silhouettes against the pink sky offer an extraordinary spectacle.
Sailing and water sports
The mouth is a gathering point for sailing enthusiasts. The Navicelli Canal and the final river stretch host sailing clubs, sailing schools and kayaking.
Boat excursions along the Arno towards Pisa's centre offer an unusual perspective on the city.
A transitional ecosystem
The mouth area is an ecosystem extremely rich in biodiversity. Mullet, sea bass and eels swim up the river, while herons, cormorants and kingfishers inhabit the banks.
The landscape changes with seasons and tides. In winter, fog wraps the retoni in a surreal atmosphere; in summer, the sun ignites colours of water and vegetation.
We're getting everything ready to welcome you
La Tana del Cinghiale will open in 2027. The country house is being prepared to offer accommodation immersed in the Tuscan countryside. The apartments will be available as holiday rentals.
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