At the beach in Forte dei Marmi we came upon some marvellous horses made from resin and sand. They are by Mexican artist Gustavo Aceves.
The afternoon was glorious after a wet morning. We walked out onto the pier for some stunning views over the beach to the dramatic sky above the mountains.
Board riders were out to catch some waves. They were all in wet suits. I think the water would be quite cold still.
A huge fishing net was not bringing in many fish.
Forte dei Marmi is another gorgeous town on the Versilia Coast. The horses will be on the beach until the end of May.
The horses are so detailed!! That’s amazing
By: PassportKiwi on May 6, 2017
at 4:58 am
The look great in the sand. They look like sand sculptures.
By: Debra Kolkka on May 6, 2017
at 5:35 am
That looks like a great day out Deb!!
Jxx
By: Jan Williams on May 6, 2017
at 8:37 am
Forte dei Marmi is one of our regular haunts.
By: Debra Kolkka on May 6, 2017
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What a talent, I will visit next time I’m over.
By: Andrea Waterhouse on May 6, 2017
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They will only be there until 31st May.
By: Debra Kolkka on May 6, 2017
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The horses are fab! I have never seen a net like that before. Looks like they are getting ready for the summer, looking at all the beach beds.
By: janetknight57 on May 6, 2017
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Normally the beach would be a bit busier by now, but it is still quite cool.
By: Debra Kolkka on May 6, 2017
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Another exquisite post demonstrating the beauty, creativity and talent there is in the world; so worth preserving and sharing. A delightful sight; thank you for bringing it our way. (Still salivating over the fabulous ‘pepper’ posts!)
By: Anonymous on May 6, 2017
at 12:38 pm
Forte dei Marmi and Pietrasanta often have wonderful art on display.
By: Debra Kolkka on May 6, 2017
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Forte dei Marmi is a favourite day tour for us whenever we are in Bagni. And those horses are beautiful… I am sad because I will not be able to see them this year…..
By: Mulino Dominillo on May 6, 2017
at 5:24 pm
The horses are wonderful. I’m pleased we saw them on the beach.
By: Debra Kolkka on May 6, 2017
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I love the fact that artists have the opportunity to display their works in the most unusual places.
By: Kerry & Jim on May 6, 2017
at 11:38 pm
They certainly looked great in the sand
By: Debra Kolkka on May 8, 2017
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How fun to see surfers in Italy! Hope to get to this beautiful beach town some day.
By: Stacy di Anna Pollard on May 7, 2017
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The surf wasn’t great, but they caught a few waves.
By: Debra Kolkka on May 8, 2017
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What a remarkable sight these would have been!
By: Lorraine @Not Quite Nigella on May 7, 2017
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We were impressed.
By: Debra Kolkka on May 8, 2017
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By: Horses in the sand — Bagni di Lucca and Beyond – MobsterTiger on July 10, 2017
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Thank you for sharing your wonderful photos! What an amazing place to visit!
By: 2gatherstones on July 18, 2017
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Forte dei Marmi is a great place to visit.
By: Debra Kolkka on July 19, 2017
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