Capannori

Capannori is a commune in the Province of Lucca that spreads across varying terrain, from elevated plateaus to mountain ranges. The municipality encompasses numerous hamlets and villages scattered throughout its landscape.

This territory formed part of the eastern lands of the Republic of Lucca in its early history. Medieval communities developed throughout the area over successive centuries.

The Athena Archaeological Museum contains a collection of regional artifacts dating from prehistoric periods through the early Middle Ages within its exhibition halls.

The commune sits along road routes that connect to major cities and make travel convenient. Visitors should plan for exploring its scattered hamlets, as they are spread across the landscape.

The Nottolini Aqueduct demonstrates how ancient construction methods were combined with design ideas of its era. This structure reveals the engineering knowledge that builders of that time possessed.

Location: Province of Lucca

Capital city: Capannori

Elevation above the sea: 15 m

Shares border with: Altopascio, Bientina, Borgo a Mozzano, Buti, Calci, Lucca, Pescia, Porcari, San Giuliano Terme, Villa Basilica, Montecarlo

Website: https://comune.capannori.lu.it

GPS coordinates: 43.87556,10.57361

Latest update: December 19, 2025 22:44