A year of events on the Walls of Lucca
The Walls of Lucca are more than just a monument: they are a vital, open, and everyday space. Their green ring encircles the city and hosts, season after season, a rich program of events ranging from horticulture to theater, sports, music, games, and history.
Nature on display
In spring and autumn, while the treetops change color, lovers of quality gardening can take advantage of two large market exhibitions: Walls, on the first weekend of September and VerdeMura The first weekend in April. In addition to the flower market, it's an opportunity to meet industry figures, visit the Lucca Botanical Garden, and participate in meetings and conferences.
The most beautiful place in the world to jog
Every week and throughout the year, every Saturday, for those who love running in company, at 9:00 in the morning the MuradiLuccaParkRunIf you want to run with the people of Lucca, for the super sportsmen the appointment is in May with the Lucca Marathon , Lucchesina or in June with Lucca 5k a full-day tour of the Walls.
For slow walkers, the Francigena Marathon , Snail Marathon in September and at Christmas we run with Santa Claus at the ChristmasRun.
If you are still not sure what your favorite sport is, in September there is Sportcity Day.
The music
In June and July, the most important names in world music will be on the bill Lucca Summer Festival they have a special stage on the terraces of the Walls of Lucca.
In May and June the Review of young performers of the Boccherini Conservatory is the soundtrack for walks and relaxation.
On August 10th, however, under the shooting stars, The stars were shining, music and an open-air show on the ramparts to celebrate the most magical night of the year.
On two or four wheels
The green curtain of treetops is also an unmissable backdrop for vintage bicycle, car, and motorcycle rallies in every season. It all begins in April on four wheels with the historic Vinage. Lands of Canossa.
In June it's the turn of the Vespas followed by the FIAT 500s and at the end of July the Lucca City Cup Rally.
On two wheels, for vintage bike enthusiasts, in August passes The Winery before entering the Lucca plain and reaching the cellars of Montecarlo.
A little bit of history and a little bit of fantasy
There is also room for culture, both classical and pop, on the Walls of Lucca.
In February it's time for Carnival and Lucca in Maschera with the main event of the parade of masks, on the Walls of Lucca and other events to spend with family and friends, with lots of games for children.
Recalling Lucca, in June, takes us back to the Clock of Time. At each bastion, the hands mark the various eras of Lucca's history with encampments, parades, duels, and live storytelling.
At the end of October, the Walls accompany Lucca in the most fantastic moment of the year. Lucca Comics & Games The largest European event dedicated to comics and pop culture invades the ramparts, with pavilions, exhibitions, gatherings, parades, and installations along the perimeter of the Walls. Definitely the most popular spot for cosplayers.
The spectacle of nature
But the real event, in the end, are the Walls themselves with their continually changing colors and scents.
In spring Lime trees, magnolias, horse chestnuts and tulip trees are in bloom, brightening the air with their intoxicating scents and large, delicately colored flowers.
In autumn It is the red oaks, the beech, the tulip trees in shades of gold and rust that offer the spectacle of an irresistible foliage.
