Libri a Palazzo
The summer literary festival in the gardens of the Palazzo Mediceo in Seravezza
About Libri a Palazzo
A literary festival in the heart of Versilia
As summer arrives, Libri a Palazzo returns, the cultural festival that brings the courtyard and gardens of the Palazzo Mediceo of Seravezza, in the province of Lucca, to life in the heart of the Tuscan Versilia. Promoted by the Sirio Giannini Municipal Library, the event offers a series of afternoon meetings dedicated to literature, history, and contemporary narrative, set in one of the most evocative locations in Tuscany.
The Palazzo Mediceo, commissioned in the 16th century by Cosimo I de' Medici and now recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site as part of the Medici Villas and Gardens, offers an exceptional backdrop: its garden becomes, evening after evening, an open-air living room where the pleasure of reading blends with the beauty of the setting and the cool summer air.
Author meetings and book presentations
The program, which runs from June to September, alternates between different genres and voices: from local historical memory to music, from crime novels to nature writing, and from dramatic readings to art discussions. Each event focuses on a book and its creators, with authors, editors, and scholars engaging with the public in an informal and participatory atmosphere.
During the meetings, a bookstore—often the local cartolibreria Il Cantone—is frequently present, allowing attendees to purchase volumes and have them signed by the authors, making the festival a perfect opportunity for direct interaction between writers and readers.
An event for the whole community
Libri a Palazzo has become a staple of the Seravezza summer, widely followed by both local residents and the many tourists visiting Versilia during the summer months. The meetings are designed for a broad audience, with moments dedicated to children and families, and represent a way to experience the Municipality of Seravezza and its cultural heritage beyond the usual beach-focused tourist paths.
The winning formula combines cultural depth with the charm of a historic location: a proposal that enhances the bond between the Versilia territory, its library, and the great literary and artistic tradition of Tuscany.
Libri a Palazzo — edition 2026
The 2026 edition of Libri a Palazzo runs from Wednesday, June 17th, through September, with meetings held primarily in the late afternoon in the gardens of the Palazzo Mediceo in Seravezza. The festival, promoted by the Sirio Giannini Municipal Library, alternates between local historical memory, music, art, fiction, and nature writing. The closing event in September is dedicated to the Palazzo Mediceo and a literary presentation on Filippo Lippi. Admission to all events is free.
Programme Libri a Palazzo 2026
Wednesday, June 17 - 6:00 PM
Presentation of the book "La fiducia nel fango. 19 giugno 1996. Alta Versilia: memoria e rinascita a trent'anni dall'alluvione" by Elisabetta Lo Iacono and Paolo Fontanelli. With Mayor Lorenzo Alessandrini; moderated by Paola Lemmi.
Saturday, June 20 - 6:30 PM
"Carlo Taddeucci pianista e compositore (1845-1873)" by Michelangelo Ferri, on the occasion of International Music Day. Featuring historian Andrea Tenerini, pianist Stefano Adabbo, and descendant Maria Cristina Taddeucci.
Tuesday, June 24 - 5:30 PM and 6:30 PM
Presentation of the book "Tra l'incudine e il martello" dedicated to Alfredo Catarsini, with curator Elena Torre and the artist's granddaughter, Elena Martinelli. Followed by a guided tour and workshop.
Wednesday, July 1 - 6:00 PM
Fabrizio Altieri presents "Vento di guerra", "Il falco e la stella", and "In viaggio con Destino", in conversation with Paola Lemmi.
Wednesday, July 8 - 6:00 PM
Elisabetta Salvatori presents "Voci nella mia voce", followed by the reading "Il racconto della Barbiera".
Wednesday, July 15 - 6:00 PM
Crime novel "I dubbi di Alvise Scutaro" by Ettore Neri, interviewed by Paola Lemmi.
Wednesday, July 22 - 6:00 PM
"La difesa dell'orto" by Matteo Cereda, Pietro Isolan, and Sara Petrucci, in conversation with Elisabetta Salvatori.
Monday, July 27 - 6:00 PM
"Lessico della minorità " by Father Domenico Paoletti, as part of the eighth centenary of Saint Francis of Assisi, featuring the work "Ben venga sorella morte" by Matteo Castagnini.
September
Closing of the festival with a meeting dedicated to the Palazzo Mediceo of Seravezza and a literary presentation on Filippo Lippi.
Highlights Libri a Palazzo 2026
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Practical information — Libri a Palazzo
Location
Courtyard and garden of the Palazzo Mediceo of Seravezza, Via del Palazzo 358, 55047 Seravezza (LU). Some events may take place at the Sirio Giannini Municipal Library headquarters.
When
From June to September, with meetings held mostly in the late afternoon (approximate times between 5:30 PM and 6:30 PM, varying by event).
Admission
Free.
Information
Sirio Giannini Municipal Library - Municipality of Seravezza. Phone: +39 0584 757770 / 757771. Email: [email protected]
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Where does it take place — Libri a Palazzo
Palazzo Mediceo di Seravezza
Via del Palazzo 358, 55047 Seravezza