Peccioli

The municipality of Peccioli in the Valdera region has effectively repurposed a waste treatment plant into a catalyst for economic and cultural progress. In the early nineties, the Legoli landfill, responsible for waste from six nearby municipalities, was scheduled for closure as part of a larger reorganization initiative. However, Peccioli opted to revitalize the site and reestablish it, actively engaging citizens and utilizing it as a resource for the area's development and its community. This initiative led to the establishment of the Peccioli System in 2004, fostering wealth creation, job opportunities, environmental conservation, social unity, and the provision of community services and infrastructure over the past two decades. Peccioli and its surrounding areas have evolved into an open-air contemporary art gallery, where both Italian and international artists craft installations that harmoniously blend with the architectural elements of the Tuscan villages and their historic churches. Notable installations include 'Endless Sunset' by Patrick Tuttofuoco, established in 2020 to enhance the footbridge connecting the historic center of the small medieval village to the newer part of the town, and 'The Gaze of Peccioli' from 2017, featuring the terrace facade adorned with photographs portraying the eyes of adults and children gazing over the valley. The municipality also hosts various annual events, such as the '11 Lune' festival, featuring theater, music, and events held at the eco-friendly Fonte Mazzola Amphitheater.