The PETRIOLO HOT SULPHUR BATHS 

are about 8 km. from Civitella Marittima.

Well known in Roman times, they were frequented by Popes and Princes. A strong jet of hot water spouts out of the Farma river bank creating little pools before flowing back into the river.

The strong sulphur smell comes from the large quantity of hydrogen sulphate. Entrance is free and you can bath at any time in all seasons.

CIVITELLA and the surrounding Area

The legend says that Earl Ardengo founded Civitella around 1000 AD. Originally called Civitella Ardenghesca, it was renamed Civitella Marittima due to its pure air coming from the sea. The village has some of the best views of the Maremma territory.

Located between Siena and Grosseto, it is easily reachable from the northern and the central Italy and it is near many interesting places.

There are lonely beaches and seaside resorts like Marina di Alberese in the Maremma Park, 

Castiglione della Pescaia, Punta Ala , Monte Argentario, Talamone, and the islands of Giglio end Elba.

There is a wealth of art in places like SIENA, MONTERIGGIONI, MONTALCINO, MASSA MARITTIMA, PIENZA, the VAL d'ORCIA and the millenium Abbeys of SAN GALGANO and SANT'ANTIMO, all of which are no more than one hour drive from Civitella.

There are very important ETRUSCAN RUINS in Roselle, Vetulonia, and Populonia.