Castello di Leccio
Reggello
The Castle of Leccio or Sammezzano was built in 1605 under the order of the Ximenes of Aragon, with a Moorish style. In 1878, it hosted King Umberto I. During the twentieth century, after World War II, it was converted into a luxury hotel. It is currently in a state of neglect, but it still retains its splendor. For a year we have been working to bring it back to its original beauty.
Abbazia di Vallombrosa
Reggello
Abbazia di Vallombrosa is situated in the beautiful Forest, created and cared for by monks until it was declared in 1973,' Natural Biogenetic Reserve '. The impressive building, which is dominated by the tower and belfry from 1200, looks like a castle. Inside the Abbey there are numerous works of art. Around the Abbey, in the forest, there are chapels and shrines linked to episodes of the life of Gualberto head of the monasticism of Vallombrosa. The paths that lead to these small religious buildings offer visitors many opportunities for meditation.
Pieve di San Pietro a Cascia
Reggello
The parish church of San Pietro a Cascia is located in Cascia in the town of Reggello. It is one of the most interesting churches of Valdarno for the quality of the sculptures and the architecture, referring to the late twelfth century. Inside, the three naves are divided by monolithic columns.
Museo Masaccio
Reggello
The Massiccio Museum contains paintings and religious art objects dating back to the period from the fifteenth century to the nineteenth century, coming from Cascia and other churches of Reggello.
Chiesa di Sant'Agata
Reggello
The church of Sant'Agata belong to different churches wanted by Matilda of Canossa. This is thought to date back to 1230. Architectural complex consists of the church, the bell tower, the rectory and an adjoining cloister.
Villa Castello Bonsi
Reggello
The Villa Castello di Bonsi belonged to the Bonsi della Ruota family. In the eighteenth century the Villa was handed over to the friars of the Convent of Carmine in Florence, before being purchased by the Gattai Puddings. These, still the owners of the Villa, turned it into a Castle. Part of his restoration was done by the painter Raphael Sorbi.
Castello di Torre del Castellano
Reggello
The Castle of Torre del Castellano rises on a hill and dominates from above all the neighboring territory. The construction dates back to the Middle Ages and was initially by Countess Willa. Later he passed to the Castellano, from which it takes its name. Its main function was to defend against enemies. After the restoration work, today it is used as an agritourism company.
Castello Poggio Castellare
Reggello
The Poggio Castellare Castle is a very ancient building. In fact, today it is only accessible through a path that can be walked through and we can only observe the ruins that have remained over the centuries.
Oratorio Santa Caterina
Bagno a Ripoli
(19 Km)
The oratory of Santa Caterina delle Ruote was built between 1348 and 1387 by the Alberti family. The building has a simple rectangular structure, in Gothic style. During the 19th century the building was restored. Currently, the oratory is owned by the Municipality of Bagno a Ripoli and is open to the public.
Pieve di Ripoli
Bagno a Ripoli
(19 Km)
The Pieve di Ripoli was built in 1394 by Mariotto di Nardo. The Church suffered several damage after the strong earthquake of 1895. After the restorations he took on a Romanesque style. The building has a square structure with six floors and inside there are frescoes belonging to the fifteenth century.
Torre Arnolfo di Cambio
Castelfranco di Sopra
(7 Km)
The Torre Arnolfo di Cambio is a symbol of the city of Castelfranco, and was part of a beautiful castle built by Arnolfo di Cambio from which it also took its name. Currently the only part remained intact is the tower, which over the years was restored several times. In 1500, a clock and a bell was added to the structure on the top, from which you can enjoy a beautiful view.
Castello Montedomenichi ruderi
Cavriglia
(18 Km)
The Montedomenichi Castle was built on an existing structure that dates back to Roman times. It is assumed to have taken its name from the Domeniche family. We don't know when it was built, but already in the fourteenth century it resulted in written documents. It was several times the scene of wars and clashes, so much so that in 1483 it was destroyed by the Florentines. Today, only small parts of its massive structure are present.
Castello di Vincigliata
Fiesole
(21 Km)
The Castle of Vincigliata was built around 1031 by the Visdomini, one of the richest families in the area at that time. Later it became Usimbards. Over the years, restorations were made, which made it possible to keep the building in good condition and open to visitors. Today it is used as the headquarters of a service center and for various conferences.
Castel di Poggio
Fiesole
(21 Km)
In 1348 the castle was destroyed by the Signoria of Florence. In 1469 the remaining part of the structure was taken by the Alessandri, who rebuilt it, transforming it into a stately home. The last owners, the Baduels, donated the castle to a foundation. Today the structure is home to a cultural center, which is administered by the foundation itself.
Cattedrale di San Romolo
Fiesole
(24 Km)
The cathedral of San Romolo was built in 1028 by Bishop Jacopo il Bavaro. Over the years, the cathedral underwent some restorations. The facade of the building was built by San Rimolo, in Romanesque style.
Mura Etrusche
Fiesole
(24 Km)
The Etruscan Walls of Fiesole were built in the Etruscan and Roman times around the 4th century BC. The Walls were built to defend the city from enemies. Part of these were destroyed in 1125, during the war for the conquest of Florence. The other part, the one inside the Archaeological Area, is still in excellent condition.
Castello di Querceto
Greve in Chianti
(16 Km)
The construction of the Querceto Castle dates back to the Lombard era. Since 1897 it has been part of the property of the Francois family. The Castle was transformed into a wine shop, where high quality wine is produced. The building, together with the company, can be visited.
Borgo Castello di Lamole
Greve in Chianti
(21 Km)
The Castle of Lamolesi was built between the tenth and twelfth century. Its structure is elliptical, 600 meters long. The castle looks like a group of houses that together constitute a defensive wall. Currently, in the castle there is a small restaurant and a shop that sells agricultural products.
Castello di Montauto
Impruneta
(21 Km)
The Castle of Montauto was built in 980 AD with mainly defensive purposes of the locality on which it stood. Located on top of a conical hill and surrounded by a large park of cypress trees, during the 13th and 14th centuries it was home to the clashes and struggles between Guelphs and Ghibellines. Towards 1550, the Castle was transformed and expanded by the architect Domenico di Baccio d'Agnolo. There are therefore ornaments and frescoes of great elegance and preciousness that give the building splendor and shine.
Castello di Cafaggio
Impruneta
(22 Km)
The Cafaggio Castle was built around 1300 near San Casciano in the Greve valley. The structure was composed of several houses and work rooms, thus constituting an independent village where products of different kinds were cultivated and worked. In fact, the Castle was located in a forest that was distributed for about one hundred hectares and there was not only wood but also flowers, mushrooms and plants. Around 1700 this fortress was the home of the well-known musician Giacomo Puccini.
Cimitero Americano di Firenze
Impruneta
(26 Km)
The American Cemetery in Florence was built in 1959 and inaugurated in 1961 by American architects McKim, Mead and White. The Cemetery expands for 28 hectares and houses the remains of the American military who died during the Second World War and during the liberation of Italy.
Torre Longobarda Diroccato
Montevarchi
(20 Km)
The tower of Lombard origin was built on the hills of Montevarchi, for reasons of defense. It enjoyed a strategic position, from which he controlled the entire surrounding area.
Monastero di Camaldoli
Poppi
(26 Km)
The Monastery of Camaldoli represents a complex built during the sixteenth century that rises on the banks of one of the branches of the Archiano River. The works were completed in 1611 and included an ancient hospice or guest house, a church and a monastery. In front of the entrance to the main building is a monumental fountain built by Ambrogio Traversari in reference to the richness and quality of the renowned waters of Camaldoli.
Eremo di Camaldoli
Poppi
(27 Km)
The Hermitage of Camaldoli dates back to the 11th century and is located at 1,111 meters above sea level in the forest of the Casentino Forest Park. It is surrounded by a wide wall where inside we find the cells of the hermits monks and the church. Of particular importance is the cell of San Romualdo and the ancient library composed of numerous volumes.
Castello dei Conti Guidi
Poppi
(20 Km)
The Castle of the Counts Guidi in Poppi was built between the 9th and 10th century and was the seat of the feudal family of the Counts Guidi who lived in the manor for almost four hundred years. The current architecture dates back to 1274, when Count Simone di Battifolle had come to power. The main access to the castle, after the last restoration of 1470, was through the Lion Gate. The history of the castle is embellished by the stay that Dante Alighieri made between 1307 and 1311 in the wonderful rooms of this fortress in central Italy, here Dante composed the XXXIII song of Inferno.
Museo Ornitologico
Poppi
(27 Km)
The Ornithological Museum exposes to the public a large collection of specimens of flora and fauna of the territory, dating back to the beginning of the 20th century. The property is located in the Camaldoli Forest National Park. Of great interest is the precious Biggeri collection, kept inside it. In addition, the exhibition is enriched by illustrative and educational panels.
Museo Forestale "Carlo Siemoni"
Poppi
(31 Km)
The “C. Siemoni” Forest Museum was founded in 1982 and only in 1992 it was moved to its current headquarters. It was born in honor of Carl Siemoni, one of the greatest administrators of the forests of Casentino. The museum is one of the most important at national level since it is possible to see sections of logs, wood affected by insects, framed specimens and many wood samples of forest species. However, there are also rocks and plastics here.
Museo del Tesoro di Santa Maria
Impruneta
(22 Km)
The Treasure Museum of Santa Maria was inaugurated in 1987 and is located in the Basilica of Santa Maria dell'Impruneta. The museum site is accessed through a door on the left side of the façade of the Basilica. The most significant treasures are represented by the “Reliquary of the Holy Cross” by Cosimi Merlini the Elder and a stylish cross by Lorenzo Ghiberti.
Museo "Venturino Venturi"
Loro Ciuffenna
(13 Km)
This Museum was founded in honor of the artist Venturino Venturi. Inside, we can admire all his sculptor and pictorial works. The museum offers many services, including guided tours, bookshops and facilities that facilitate the disabled. With this institute we want to give more importance and remember a great artist from this area.
Museo "Ernesto Galeffi"
Montevarchi
(18 Km)
The museum, dedicated to Ernesto Galeffi, was inaugurated in 2001. It houses a large collection of works of modern art, the work of the artist himself. Sculptures, paintings and drawings are exhibited that make up a collection of great cultural and artistic importance. The museum is available for all interested parties.
Museo Paleontologico dell'Accademia Valdarnese del Poggio
Montevarchi
(18 Km)
The Paleontological Museum is part of the Valdarnese Academy of Poggio. The original collection was established in 1809, thanks to the donation of the first collection, by the Monaco of Vallombrosa, Luigi Molinari. The materials are set up in the nineteenth century, with forty windows exhibited in three galleries. The Museum houses 1600 exhibits. Among them we find vegetable fossils and an interesting collection of animal fossils, between the age of the Upper Pliocene and the Lower Pleistocene.
Castello di Meleto
Gaiole in Chianti
(27 Km)
The Castello di Meleto stands majestically in the enchanting Chianti landscape at the end of a pleasant avenue flanked by cypresses and junipers. The property is located in the middle of the fields and vineyards kissed by the sun, 1 km from Gaiole in Chianti...
Oratorio di San Francesco
Bibbiena
(23 Km)
The facade is inspired by a rigorous neoclassical style and shows a templar front marked by four semi-columns on a high base and rectangular niches and semicircular windows on the sides of the entrance. The interior consists of a single nave beautifully decorated in stucco and frescoes by Giuseppe Parenti.
Parco Archeologico Citta' Etrusco-Romana
Fiesole
(24 Km)
The Archaeological Park of the Etruscan-Roman City contains buildings and finds dating from the 2nd and 3rd century AD. The excavations began in 1809 at the behest of Baron Friedman Schellersheim. The remains of the ancient Roman Theatre with a diameter of 34 meters, the Terme di Fiesole, and an Etruscan tomb with decorated pillars have been brought to light.
Castello di Vicchiomaggio
Greve in Chianti
(20 Km)
Castello di Verrazzano
Greve in Chianti
(22 Km)
Pieve di San Vincenti
Gaiole in Chianti
(25 Km)
Le Mura
Radda in Chianti
(25 Km)
Palazzo del Podestà
Radda in Chianti
(25 Km)
Pieve di San Pietro
Bagno a Ripoli
(19 Km)
The parish church of San Pietro is located in Bagno a Ripoli, in the province of Florence. The church is located at the center of the complex of Ripoli and consists of a basilica with three naves covered and a semicircular apse. A part of the complex consist of a beautiful cloister.
Villa di Lappeggi
Bagno a Ripoli
(18 Km)
The Villa Lappeggi is located in a hamlet of Bagno a Ripoli. Also called Appeggio or La Peggio, it takes its name from the ridge of the hill on which it stands. It was formerly the residence of the Bardi family, which after several changes of ownership was sold to Prince Francesco de 'Medici in 1569. Its position was really nice: close to the city, but surrounded by countryside.
Pieve di San Pietro
Loro Ciuffenna
(13 Km)
Antico Borgo Medioevale San Giusto
Figline Valdarno
(14 Km)
Ancient Medieval Village, then monastery of Vallombrosane nuns with the church dedicated to the saint who still gives name to the farm: San Giusto.With the Napoleonic Edict in which he contemplated the confiscation of the assets of the church.