Barberino del Mugello

Barberino del Mugello is a small town in Tuscany, in the province of Florence, set within the hilly Mugello area at the foot of the Apennines. The village retains a historic core typical of rural Tuscany, with narrow streets and the remains of an old castle. The town is best known for two notable landmarks: The Mall, a designer outlet centre featuring Italian and international luxury brands, and the Mugello International Circuit, a well-known motor racing track that hosts MotoGP races and Ferrari testing sessions. The surrounding countryside offers green landscapes ideal for walking and cycling, along with Lake Bilancino, popular for water sports and summer relaxation. Local cuisine highlights Mugello produce, particularly chestnuts and traditional Tuscan cured meats. Barberino del Mugello makes a convenient base for exploring the Tuscan countryside while remaining under an hour from Florence, allowing visitors to combine shopping, motorsport, nature and regional heritage in a setting still largely untouched by mass tourism.