The Street of the Aqueducts
Along the ancient routes that fed Lucca and its plain
A fascinating walking route near Lucca just over 20 km long, a journey through centuries-old history of the walled city and the majesty of engineering from the late 500th to the early 800th century. This unique itinerary winds through enchanting landscapes such as the Parole d'Oro site, offering hikers an unforgettable experience that combines architecture, history and natural beauty.
It is so called because it follows the tracks of theNottolini Aqueduct of Lucca, built by the engineer from whom it takes its name on the initiative of the Duchess Maria Luisa of Bourbon, and the oldest Medici aqueduct of Pisa, thus connecting the Lucca area to that of the leaning tower.
Perfectly preserved, the Lucca aqueduct drew water from the springs that flowed from the nearby hills of Serra Vespaiata and from the streams of Rio San Quirico and Rio della Valle.
No longer in operation, these spectacular water systems Dating back to different periods, they offer the opportunity to walk through history while discovering the beautiful landscapes of the Tuscan countryside.