Things to do in Chianti

After the unification of the two municipalities of Barberino di Val d'Elsa and Tavarnelle Val di Pesa into a single municipality, called Barberino Tavarnelle, an excavation campaign lasting 3 years was started. The attention of the archaeologists of the San Gallo laboratories... more

In Poggibonsi archaeological excavations have brought to light a settlement dating back to the IX-X century on the hill. A total of 17 buildings were found, where a main structure was evident, the one inhabited by the dominant family, around which the other productive structures... more

The tour opens with the Church of San Lorenzo di Lecceto, built in the 14th century with a stone bell tower, known for having hosted a rescue point during the Second World War. Continuing towards the historic center, of medieval structure with the entrance arches that intertwine... more

The wine producers of Radda in Chianti have gathered in an association, in order to make their wines known, of course, but also and above all the territory. In fact, the initiative takes place partly off road, or in an itinerant way through woods, rivers and landscapes that are... more

Traveling the ancient road between the lords of Siena and Florence means living immersed in a territory made of history and viticulture. In the 27 km of the Via Romea Sanese you touch medieval villages in the hills of the classic Chianti Gallo Nero. We are therefore in the heart... more

The fortress of Castellina in Chianti was fortified only from the beginning of the 15th century. Previously, in fact, it had undergone occupation by the troops led by Giangaleazzo Visconti. This is why the Florentines decided to carry out defensive works, since the village was... more

An experience that compares the skill, the ingenuity of the man who works together with the wind, is a balloon flight. Between Tavarnelle Val di Pesa and San Pancrazio, the Corzano and Paterno farm has set up a flight platform. The flying area concerns the Chianti Classico and... more

Spectacular documentary that highlights the destiny of this inland land and coveted by the best winemakers. Around the hills of Gaiole some lords of commerce on the way to Siena and Florence built their homes. The land was ignorant and stony yet around the Castles the vine... more

Barberino Val d'Elsa is a delightful medieval village located in the Chianti area, in the heart of Tuscany; the Chianti area is very particular, and contains the most characteristic Tuscan landscapes: in fact, here we can find both wonderful hilly expanses full of cypresses, and... more

Halfway between Florence and Siena, in this wonderful strategic position, today we are going to visit Poggibonsi. A city rich in history, within the Elsa Valley, nestled in the Chianti hills. Let's go and visit it now! We note the imposing complex of the Medici fortress of... more

Poggibonsi falls within the province of Siena, in Tuscany and certainly deserves a thorough visit. The first urban nucleus dates back to 1155 thanks to Guido Guerra, of the Guidi counts, it was a Ghibelline settlement, therefore imperial, called Poggio Bonizio. Its history was... more