Is Barga safe?
Like anywhere in the world, it is also best to be vigilant with your personal possessions and always wiser to leave valuables at home. There is no need, however, to worry unduly about your personal safety and security. Tuscany is in the wealthier northern part of Italy, where the standard of living us high and crime against tourists is low. For general information and government travel advisories for British citizens, see: UK Government advice at: http://www.fco.gov.uk/travel The American Government issues foreign travel advice at: http://travel.state.gov/italy.