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22/09/2023

Dear Tuscany Fans! It has been a rather busy summer with a lot of satisfied clients and you can see from the reviews left on VRBO.com and Airbnb.com
https://www.vrbo.com/en-gb/p/px-reviews/611.467151.1097844

https://www.airbnb.com.mt/rooms/11510120/reviews?location=located%20in%20the%20heart%20of%20tuscany&check_in=2023-10-01&check_out=2023-10-08&source_impression_id=p3_1695202158_ZpH4PFFm%2FwlzpDPA&previous_page_section_name=1001&federated_search_id=7ea68e0c-6825-47b6-8487-6f9460e8df9c

Busy as we were, we have still found the time to further upgrade our accommodation by installing solar panels and air conditioning units in the living area and the bedrooms!

Tuscany is however not only about summer - in fact Autumn and Spring are special! Write to me on [email protected] or mobile/Whatsapp +356 99426006 for more info an to avail yourselves from special prices!

07/04/2023

Sandra and I wish you a Happy Easter full of health and happiness ❗



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01/04/2023

5️⃣ in our list of the top 5 things to do in Tuscany in Spring:

Easter Parades, Processions and More

While Easter Sunday changes date every year, it always falls in Spring! Have you planned a trip during this time in Tuscany or planned a trip and only after realized it was going to be Easter as well? No fear, either way you can choose to seek out events that recreate or worship the special significance that Easter has for Christians in Italy.
Easter is widely celebrated in Tuscany, and one can find numerous events to attend during Easter time. In Florence, the main event is the Scoppio del Carro however, if you wish to avoid the huge crowds, there are other highlights you can find in Tuscany such as:
- Castiglione di Garfagnana: traditional Processione dei Crocioni on Holy Thursday
- Chianciano Terme: a procession called "Antica Giudeata" is comprised of approximately 150 people and evokes scenes of the passion of Jesus
- Pienza: Good Friday procession which starts and ends in front of the Cathedral and entails the statue of Christ preceded by twelve hooded figures from the 'Scalzi' organization who walk barefoot and with torches in their hands
- Grassina: an Easter Passion Play in which over five hundred locals come together to re-enact the Passion of Christ
- Rufina: A smaller version of the scoppio del carro happens in the main piazza (Piazza Umberto I) at midnight between Saturday & Sunday
- Figline Valdarno: This calendar of events is more similar to Florence, starting with a procession where the four "porta" of the town with a parade in colorful costumes from the Renaissance period and after the explosion of the cart the celebration continues with a show by the characteristic flag throwers

Plan your holiday in Tuscany today, check out our accommodation rates which are now available until March 2024 … we have rates starting from €60 per night 👍🏻

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25/03/2023

4️⃣ in our list of the top 5 things to do in Tuscany in Spring:

Spring food festivals & culinary tours: the Tuscan culture of food

The culinary aspect could not be left out from our top five tips❗

Tuscany's culinary scene is particularly interesting and rich in food festivals called "Sagre" in spring, especially in March. Two of the most important food-and-wine events of Spring - the Mostra del Chianti in Montespertoli and Cantine Aperte, a weekend organized by the Movimento Turismo del Vino throughout all Italy - are particularly worth your while.

Many typical products of Tuscany are the "special" guests of many festivals all over the region. How about embarking on a culinary tour to discover Tuscan specialties while exploring some of the most fascinating places of the region? You can start in Mugello, which hosts the Sagra del Cinghiale and Tortello (festival dedicated to wild boar and fresh handmade pasta filled up with meat or ricotta and spinach) and then on to Chianti for the Sagra delle Frattaglie (that is lampredotto, trippa and stufato, classical dishes of the Tuscan culinary tradition - Strada in Chianti) and of course Certaldo and Volterra, with their Sagra del Tartufo Marzuolo.

Plan your holiday in Tuscany today, check out our accommodation rates which are now available until March 2024 … we have rates starting from €60 per night 👍🏻

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18/03/2023

3️⃣ in our list of the top 5 things to do in Tuscany in Spring:

Culture: exclusive opportunities to visit private spaces

Every year, just during Spring, the FAI (Fondo Ambiente Italiano) organizes Spring FAI Days; this year the ###I edition of the Spring Days will unfold on Saturday 25th March and Sunday 26th March.

The Italian National Trust is a non-profit organization that protects, preserves and restores natural and artistic private sites in Italy, many of which are generally closed to the public.

Many hidden treasures of art and culture are usually opened to public throughout all of Italy, including churches, castles, villas, parks, natural trails and much more. A special opportunity for everyone, even those who already know many areas of the Bel Paese, to admire more charming locations free of charge (some sites request donations). The complete list of all the places open to the public will be available on the official web site https://fondoambiente.it/il-fai/grandi-campagne/giornate-fai-di-primavera/

Check out our accommodation rates which are now available until March 2024 … we have rates starting from €60 per night 👍🏻

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11/03/2023

2️⃣ in our list of the top 5 things to do in Tuscany in Spring:

Open-air thermal baths/hot springs: relax amidst nature

Second on our list is another outdoor activity: enjoying the outdoor thermal/hot springs. The best way to enjoy the benefits of hot springs without paying lots of money is definitely Tuscany! Tuscany is the Italian region with the highest number of thermal centres and natural water deposits. Even if the indoor spas offer many packages for all budgets, there are also several free hot spring areas still offered which let you enjoy Tuscany in a very unique way. In this case, be prepared to bathe in the hot, curative waters ❗

A quick checklist of the most popular hot springs found in Tuscany includes:
Saturnia
Petriolo
San Casciano dei Bagni
Bagno Vignoni
Bagni San Filippo

Check out our accommodation rates which are now available until March 2024 … we have rates starting from €60 per night 👍🏻

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04/03/2023

1️⃣ in our list of the top 5 things to do in Tuscany in Spring:

Enjoy the outdoors in Tuscany 🌳

At the very top of our list is outdoor activities. Relaxing under the Tuscan sun (when the weather permits, obviously) is something that goes perfectly with Spring.

The first thing that comes to our mind when we think about Spring is a flowering field: maybe it’s an instinctive association between this season and the rebirth of nature, the colours of blooming flowers, that always cheer us up after a long winter. When travelling around Tuscany in this season, our choice is to head to one of the many parks and botanical gardens. From the natural parks (in Maremma or San Rossore in the province of Pisa) to the sculpture parks (the Chianti Sculpture Park, the Tarot Garden in Maremma or that dedicated to the most famous wooden puppet ever, Pinocchio, situated in Collodi in the province of Pistoia), Tuscany is rich in places where nature perfectly blends with art, creating such a fascinating result that is almost impossible to describe ❗

Check out our accommodation rates which are now available until March 2024 … we have rates starting from €60 per night 👍🏻

Contact us today to plan your stay in Tuscany … check availability and prices at our Holiday House here: https://tuscanyvepria1.smoobu.net/en/

25/02/2023

Tuscany & Spring, what an amazing duo❗

It is the perfect time for going out and enjoying the outdoors, the warmer temperatures and days getting longer ☀️

There are many great reasons to visit Tuscany during Springtime and since there are so many things to do and see in this region, we have created a list of the top 5 things to do in Tuscany in Spring 5️⃣

Watch this space in the coming weeks ❗

We have now launched our accommodation rates until March 2024 and we have rates starting from €60 per night 👍🏻

Contact us today to plan your stay in Tuscany … check availability and prices at our Holiday House here: https://tuscanyvepria1.smoobu.net/en/

18/02/2023

This week we are pleased to present the last suggestions in our series of interesting ideas for your winter-time visits in Tuscany:

Cooking Classes and Food Tours
Winter is a perfect time of the year to join a cooking class or food tour and learn more about Tuscan seasonal ingredients and recipes; there are numerous cooking tours/experiences that cater to all levels of cooking ability.

Fine Dining Scene in Tuscany
Did you know that Tuscany has 41 Michelin-starred restaurants? The region is home to over 10% of Italy’s Michelin-starred restaurants! (feel free to get in touch if you wish to have the list of Michelin-starred restaurants in Tuscany)

Go Shopping in Tuscany in the Winter
If you happen to be in Tuscany in January and part of February, you’re in luck. It’s saldi (sales) time and stores are selling off their fall and winter stock to make way for spring and summer clothing and goods. You’ll want to check out the stores in big cities like Florence and make your way to some of Tuscany’s outlet malls for bigger discounts.
Our Favorite Outlets in Tuscany:
• The Mall Outlet Firenze (Leccio) – designer labels from Italian and international brands
• Barberino Designer Outlet (Barberino di Mugello) – large outlet mall with a wide range of clothing and other stores
• The Space Outlet (Montevarchi-Levanella) – Prada outlet that also carries other Prada brands
• Valdichiana Outlet Village (Foiano della Chiana)

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11/02/2023

This week we bring you another couple of interesting ideas for your winter-time visits in Tuscany:

See A Concert
Winter months are the perfect time to watch an indoor concert. During the holidays, there are small string concerts in many churches in larger cities like Florence, Lucca and Siena.
International singers and bands usually visit Italy during the summer months, but well-known Italian performers make their way around the peninsula during the winter. A number of online platforms are available to check out who’s playing, when and where.

Explore The Tuscan Culinary Scene
Winter months bring hearty Tuscan cooking and belly-warming classics like:
• ribollita
• pappa al pomodoro
• bistecca Fiorentina
• peposo
• papardelle al sugo di cinghiale
Make sure you try as many as you can of these dishes during your stay in Tuscany 😋

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04/02/2023

So last week we started giving you a few tips of what you can do in Tuscany during winter. This week we have even more tips for you… check these out:

Climb a Tuscan Tower
Climbing a tower is always worthwhile for the excellent views and getting a new perspective on the area you’re visiting. In the winter, climbing the stairs will help warm you up! It’s also nice to climb towers without the heat and crowds of the summer. When you get to the top, you may even have the viewing platform to yourself!
Some of the classic towers to climb in Tuscany are:
• The Duomo in Florence
• Giotto’s Bell Tower (Florence)
• Leaning Tower of Pisa (Pisa)
• Torre Grossa (San Gimignano)

Not up for climbing a tower? How about a short walk up to stroll along the town walls of Lucca or Monteriggioni?

Taste Tuscan Wines
Tuscany has some of Italy’s most prestigious wines. Find a table in a cozy wine bar, sample wines during your dinner, or venture out to the wineries themselves. While some wineries are closed up for the winter, others are open for walk-ins or by appointment. Make sure you call ahead to confirm opening days and hours during the quiet winter months.
Here’s a list of a few good spots to try out:
Enoteca Pitti Gola e Cantina – Florence
Le Volpi e L’Uva – Florence
Enoteca Tognoni - Castagneto Carducci
Enoteca La Fortezza - Montalcino

Study Italian
Being the home of the ‘true’ Italian language, Tuscany (and especially Florence) is the perfect place to base yourself for a course in Italian Language. The region is full of language schools that cater for all levels (and ages!).
Choosing a winter language course means you’ll be surrounding yourself with more locals than in the other seasons, and you’ll have more opportunities to practice your new skill. Buy your groceries at the fruit and vegetable markets, order coffee at your neighbourhood bar, and immerse yourself in the language and culture.

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28/01/2023

It’s true, you probably don’t think of winter when you imagine the ideal time to visit Tuscany and its vineyards, rolling hills, and Renaissance cities. You’ve probably chosen spring, summer, or autumn in your head as the perfect season to visit.

Tuscany is actually worth a visit in all seasons, for different reasons. While you won’t be able to lounge on Tuscany beaches or cycling in Chianti in short sleeves, there are an incredible amount of activities on offer in the chilly winter months.

Let us take a look at some of the activities that make Tuscany a great destination for your winter getaway:

Taste The Recent Press of Tuscan Olive Oil
We usually harvest and press the olives in November. If you’re in Tuscany during the olive oil harvest, you should try to participate or go with someone to watch the olives being pressed at the community frantoio. It’s a beautiful process to see and sampling the first drops of the oil on crusty Tuscan bread is one of life’s greatest pleasures!

Visit Museums In Florence Without The Crowds
This is your chance to have a heart-to-heart with Michelangelo’s David statue and other precious works of art in Tuscany 😄
Visit Florence’s Accademia Gallery, the Uffizi Gallery, and more without hordes of other visitors. If it’s rainy or cold and windy, escape into a museum! If you’re not interested in the traditional art museums, check out: the Gucci Museum (Florence) / the Ferragamo Shoe Museum (Florence) / the Piaggio (Vespa) Museum (Pontedera)

Soak in One of Tuscany’s Many Hot Springs or Thermal Baths
Tuscany has hot springs throughout the region! There are both free thermal baths and paid thermal spring centres. It’s worth experiencing both if you have a chance. Our favorites are:

1. Bagno Vignoni – free hot springs and a charming village with spa hotels
2. San Casciano dei Bagni
3. Chianciano Terme – 70’s style resort area
4. Bagno San Filippo – free hot springs immersed in nature

Contact us today to plan your stay in Tuscany … check availability and prices at our Holiday House here: https://tuscanyvepria1.smoobu.net/en/

21/01/2023

Tuscany in winter is beautiful 🤩

Of course there are some little challenges to overcome… but it’s all worth the while!

Check out this list of PROs & CONs for travelling to Tuscany in Winter❗

PROs
- Cheaper rates for accommodation and flights.
- No crowd! It is easier to get in museums and finding a seat at restaurants.
- Hot springs. Try out the hot springs in winter, especially in Val d’Orcia or Maremma; the experience of hot springs or thermal baths in winter is something exceptional
- Carnival 🎉; visitors can enjoy colored floats, music and masks in many towns of Tuscany… and also taste delicious cakes as rice doughnuts or cenci pastries 😋

CONs
- Weather. It may be cold or wet however, wearing a warm coat, scarf and gloves, you can get anywehere 🧤
- Some museums are closed on Mondays
- Some attractions may be closed; having said that, with a little planning you can ensure that your programme is always full with fun and interesting visits to enjoy 😄
- Some restaurants/bars close for some downtime however, you can always ask us for suggestions… we will always be glad to indicate places where you can enjoy a tasty meal or a nice glass of Tuscan Vino 🍷

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14/01/2023

2023 is a special year for us!

That is because it is our 15th Anniversary since we started welcoming guests in our holiday home 😄

It’s been a great experience so far and we look forward to welcome even more friends to experience the wonderful Tuscan environment, taste the great food and sample the fantastic wine of the land 🍷

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06/01/2023

Christmas season is not over yet! Not in Tuscany at least ❗

La Befana is the last festivity of Christmas time in Italy and we celebrate it every 6th January. According to Christian tradition, on the day of Epiphany, the three biblical Magi finally meet the baby Jesus. In Italian Christmas folklore, we also celebrate the coming of La Befana 🧹

There is a little song which parents sing to their young children on the night of La Befana: La Befana vien di notte, con le scarpe tutte rotte, col vestito alla Romana, Viva Viva La Befana!
(Which translates to ‘The Befana comes at night, with her shoes all tattered and torn, she comes dressed in Roman robes, Long Live La Befana’)

Of course, there are several delicacies served on this day such as Befanini cookies (mostly from the area of Lucca and Massa Carrara) and Necci (a kind of crepe made with chestnut flour and filled with fresh ricotta cheese).

In certain areas of Tuscany such as Montignoso, the tradition of La Befana is still very much alive and both adults and children celebrate her with great fun and joy. On the eve of the Epiphany, small groups of people dressing up as the Befana walk around town visiting local households. Without saying a word, they knock on doors offering candies to the children and receiving glasses of warm beverages and other candies in return. Nowadays the ritual has somewhat changed becoming a more contemporary event with music and entertainment along the streets of the village.

So we hope you receive a nice visit from La Befana this evening… but watch out for the coal, if you find it in your stocking, it means you didn't behave too well during the year 😄

You can now experience the tradition and culture of Tuscany any time of the year… stay in our holiday house in Vepri in the heart of Tuscany!

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31/12/2022

Happy New Year to all our dear friends 🎉

May you have a prosperous 2023 full of health and great experiences 😄

Sandra & Kenneth

24/12/2022

Dearest Friends,

It’s Christmas once again and Sandra & I would like to send our very best wishes for a warm and peaceful Christmas 🌟

Feel free to get in touch if you’d like to come and visit in Tuscany… we’ll always have a nice glass of red wine for you to toast for a Merry Christmas 🍷

Sandra & Kenneth

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17/12/2022

Christmas is a very special time of year and where better to enjoy a bit of Yuletide atmosphere than Tuscany. If you like the idea of seeing how Tuscany’s towns get dressed up for Christmas and what delicacies appear on the table during this time of year, why not plan a trip in December and explore the magic of the Christmas tradition in Tuscan style.

So here are The Top 5 things to do in Tuscany this Christmas:

1. Visit a Christmas Market: see our previous posts earlier this month to see where the best Christmas markets are located!

2. Be dazzled by the lights in Florence city centre: Every year Christmas, the city centre in Florence lights up with golden and silver lights… A fantastic experience!

3. Experience the magic of Christmas in a Medieval town: There’s something magical about a Medieval hilltop town immersed in the spirit of Christmas. The narrow streets twinkle with decorations, the little shops and trattorie spill over with festive feeling. Some of Tuscany’s small towns make for perfect Christmas settings.

4. See the presepi. One of the top things to do at Christmas in Tuscany: Nativity scenes (presepi) are a quintessentially Italian tradition, born in ancient times long before the christmas tree was introduced from northern Europe.

5. Try some traditional Christmas sweets: Try some ricciarelli or some panforte and if you have some time, there’s nothing like trying the real thing from a traditional pasticceria, like Nannini in Siena (this is the family of famous singer Gianna and ex Formula1 driver Giancarlo). We recommend you savour them with a sip of sweet Vinsanto, Tuscany’s ‘holy’ wine, to round off the experience.

Visit Tuscany this Christmas and contact us for some insider tips on how to organise a memorable stay in Tuscany! Our Holiday House is situated right in the heart of Tuscany and prices for accommodation start from €57 per night!

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10/12/2022

Perhaps nothing seems to identify Italy more than its culinary traditions which have been exported across the world for centuries. It is during the holidays that these traditions become even more pronounced and more defining, taking the natural ingredients around them and transforming them into a celebration.

A typical and very Tuscan menu on Christmas day will start with the classic crostini neri. The variations on this dish depend on family recipes, it may include a pure chicken liver composition or a mix of liver, spleen and more.

The pasta or first course is a rich broth, traditionally made from “cappone”, a chubby little rooster, grown especially for his rich flavor (capon). Today, most serve tortellini or cappelletti in broth made with red meat

After the pasta, an arrosto or mixed roast meats flavored with rosemary, sage and garlic is placed on the table. Roast meat for the holidays almost always includes pollo ruspante or a roast cappone– or a free range chicken. Alternatively one sometimes finds faraona or even more particular would be the tordo (thrush bird) – or piccione (dove), both of which are now a rare Tuscan treat for the holidays along with fegatell.

In Monte Amiata, they put lumacche on the menu – cooked snails while in Livorno, more so for Christmas Eve, you will find Cacciucco, a rich fish soup served over toasty pieces of bread.

Tuscan desserts include Vecchiarelle mostly from the area of Grosseto, while in the area of Porto S. Stefano, they bake a bread-like dessert filled with dried figs, raisins, pine nuts, walnuts and almonds called the Pagnottella di Natale. In Monte Amiata, you will find la ricciolina, a pie like dessert filled with chocolate, nuts of all kinds, topped with meringue and more chocolate.

Visit Tuscany this Christmas and make sure you organise yourself a place at a traditional Tuscan Christmas Lunch!

Our Holiday House is situated right in the heart of Tuscany and prices for accommodation start from €57 per night! Check availability and prices of our Holiday House here: https://tuscanyvepria1.smoobu.net/en/

03/12/2022

Are you searching for somewhere nice to spend your Christmas break? Visit TUSCANY this Christmas❗

You will wander around the Tuscan valleys in the magical Christmas setting, sipping fine wine and tasting delicious Italian dishes ❤️

Our Holiday House is situated right in the heart of Tuscany and prices for accommodation start from €57 per night!

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26/11/2022

Last week we brought you a list of exciting Christmas Markets in Tuscany. Guess what… There are even more great Christmas Markets to check out❗

You would never imagine there are so many charming Christmas Markets in Tuscany; here are some more which you should not miss:

MERCATO NEL CAMPO | Siena | December 4-5, from 8am to 8pm

FLORENCE ICE VILLAGE | Fortezza da Basso gardens | from December 4 through Janaury 16, 2022

NATALE IN CORSO | Barberino di Mugello | December 5, 8, 12 & 19

CHRISTMAS IN VAGLIA | Vaglia and surroundings | December 8-19

CITTA’ DELLE FIACCOLE | Abbadia San Salvatore | December 8 - January 6

CHARITY MARKET "NATALEPERFILE"| Palazzo Corsini | December 9-12, 11am - 7pm

MAGIE DELL’AVVENTO/ADVENT MAGIC | Palazzuolo Sul Senio | December 12 & 19

Our Holiday House is situated right in the heart of Tuscany within driving distance of these locations 👍🏻

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19/11/2022

Mention countries that are famous for Christmas Markets…

Ok, so you think that Tuscany does not offer much in terms of Christmas Markets, right?

THINK AGAIN ❗❗

Here is a list of great Christmas Markets which you will find in Tuscany:

EMPOLI CHRISTMAS TOWN | Empoli | from November 13 to January 16

CHRISTMAS MARKET | Montepulciano | November 20-21 and 27-28, December 4-12 and December 18 - January 6

WEIHNACHTSMARKT CHRISTMAS MARKET | Piazza Santa Croce | November 20 to December 19, from 10am to 10pm

AREZZO CITTÁ DEL NATALE | Arezzo | November 20 - January 9

THE SECRET WORLD OF SANTA CLAUS | Lucca | November 26, 27 and 28

Our Holiday House is situated right in the heart of Tuscany within driving distance of these locations 👍🏻

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12/11/2022

An experience of a lifetime! Christmas Holidays in TUSCANY 💓

Imagine wandering around the Tuscan valleys in the magical Christmas setting, sipping fine wine and eating delicious Italian dishes 👍🏻

No need to imagine any longer! Book your holiday over Christmas-time in Tuscany 😄

Our Holiday House is situated in the heart of Tuscany and prices for accommodation start from €57 per night!

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05/11/2022

05/11/2022

Less then 2 months left for Christmas 🎄

This year you can treat yourself to a memorable Christmas Holiday… in TUSCANY!

Book our Holiday House now, prices starting from €57 per night!

You will be in the heart of great food, great wine and great locations to discover 🥩🍷🏞️

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29/10/2022

Monteriggioni shines from the top of a hill with its stone crown. One of the oldest, most memorable and recognizable villages in all of Italy, it seems that it has been inhabited since the eighth century BC. A true mirage for those who want to dive into the Middle Ages, the town is even mentioned by the Supreme Poet Dante Alighieri in the Divine Comedy: Inferno, Canto ###I.

The village dominates the territory from the top of a hill surrounded by vineyards and olive trees overlooking the Via Cassia, a strategic position from which to control the Valdelsa territory.
The greatest point of interest is certainly Monteriggioni Castle, founded in the 1220s by the Republic of Siena with the aim of creating a defensive outpost against Florence. Monteriggioni preserves most of the 13th century structures, such as the city walls that embrace the top of the hill for a length of about 570 meters. It's also equipped with 14 imposing towers that allow you to enjoy the spectacular panorama of Siena.
Don't miss the “Monteriggioni in Arme” educational route which features faithful reproductions of medieval and Renaissance weapons and armor.
The village comes alive every July with the historical re-enactment titled Monteriggioni di torri si corona. A medieval festival that's one of the oldest in Italy, it has welcomed thousands of visitors for over thirty years. During the re-enactment, you can admire people dressed in splendid period costumes and sample culinary specialties that have now been forgotten.

Monteriggioni is the perfect place for those who are passionate about good wine as there is no shortage of wine cellars where you can taste Chianti Classico DOCG and Chianti Colli Senesi DOCG. These are full-bodied and intense wines that perfectly match the typical products grown in the area such as saffron, cheese, honey and the production of grappa.

This charming town is only 1 hour 15 minutes away from our Holiday Home in Vepri! Check availability and prices of our Holiday House here: https://tuscanyvepria1.smoobu.net/en/