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Things to do in Casole d'Elsa Italy – what to see attractions and activities

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What To See near Casole d'Elsa

San Gimignano (7 Km)

Rovine di Castelvecchio

The ruins can be seen from the south limit of San Gimignano municipal area. It was a very crucial civilian and military settlement in the past. It was formerly known as Castrum Vetus. In 1995, Castlelvecchio was officially recognized as a cultural heritage. Foreign visitors need to tour this place and appreciate how San Gimingnano and Italy at large was operating before modernization.

Sovicille (11 Km)

Palazzo al Piano

Owned by the Province of Siena, the Palazzo al Piano extends for a total of almost 3000 square meters of surface area. The Province of Siena is intended to develop a hotel consisting of 28 rooms.

San Gimignano (14 Km)

San Gimignano 1300

It is a privately owned museum. It provides an artistic impression of how San Gimignano would have looked back in 1300.It shows how a traveller would have seen it from a hilltop. The reproduction is made purely from clay, baked and painted with natural pigments.

San Gimignano (14 Km)

Torre Grossa

It is the tallest tower in San Gimignano, located in Piazza del Duomo near the Palazzo del Podestà. On the top floor you can enjoy a wonderful view of the town of San Gimignano.

San Gimignano (14 Km)

Piazza della Cisterna

It is regarded as the most famous and beautiful piazza in San Gimignano. Medieval towers and a wall of nobility houses surround it. Bounded by Palazzo dei Cortesi and Torre del Diavolo to the north. It was named after a water cistern located at its Centre. Offers a good view out past the Arco dei Becci passageway. Has a unique layout made in 13th Century.

San Gimignano (14 Km)

Cattedrale Collegiata

It is among the leading landmarks in San Gimignano. It is referred as Collegiata. It is the town’s main church .Has got numerous high quality 14th century paintings. Visitors are required to pay some charges for accessing it although discounts are offered to children.

San Gimignano (14 Km)

Museo d'Arte Sacra

It contains the works of famous sculptors like Giuliano da Maiano, Benedetto da Maiano and Bartolommeo di Fredi

San Gimignano (14 Km)

Torre del Diavolo

The unsettling and mysterious name has legend meanings. The owner of the tower discovered it was taller than it was on a return trip. He attributed the magic to the devil thus deriving the name, "Tower of the Devil". The upper floor of the tower has a number of holes visible from the walls.

San Gimignano (14 Km)

Loggia del Giudice

It is the entrance to Palazzo del Comune. It is well decorated with coat of arms representing the number of podesta that assumed leadership positions over the years. Justice was administered in the Loggia del Giudice (Loggia of the Judges).This Loggia has frescoes showing Saint Ivone ,the Lawyers patron overseeing justice to the poor while the rich standing at the door with gifts.

San Gimignano (14 Km)

Museo Civico

The Museo Civico is a home of prestigious artworks from Siena and Florence. Most of the work is donated from the religious buildings around the city and from the entire public. It has various crucifixes and biblical scenes. Impressive panel painting done by Taddeo di Bartolo portraying San Gimignano can be found here. The surrounding walls give some brief description of him and how he was like in 1400.

San Gimignano (14 Km)

Palazzo Comunale - Pinacoteca - Torre Grossa

It was built in the 13th century and became the head office of the comune. It is believed to have been designed by sculptor Arnolfo di Cambio. Sala di Dante where the general council met is one of the famous rooms of Palazzo. It is well decorated with tournaments, allegorical figures and beautiful hunting scenes. Lippo Memmi produced great Virgin and child painting that has made Palazzo del Podesta famous. Sala delle Adunanze Segrete is where the citizen government met. It is from this room that the fascinating climb to Torre Grossa begins.

Monteriggioni (15 Km)

Borgo Castello di Monteriggioni

Just 10 minutes away by freeway from Siena, the Edge of Monteriggioni remains one of the most famous Italian villages, still intact, it is possible to visit it with tourist guides. With walls dotted with 14 towers, it is also remembered in the Divine Comedy.

Poggibonsi (16 Km)

Cassero

The Cassero, with a pentagonal plan, is a renovated building to date overlooking the surrounding hills. Surrounded by an impressive crown wall. It is possible to visit it from 10 am to 7 pm during weekdays and holidays.

Sovicille (16 Km)

Museo del Bosco

Sovicille (16 Km)

Area Archeologica Malignano

San Gimignano (16 Km)

Pieve di Santa Maria Assunta a Cellole

The Parish Church already existed in 949. It was rebuilt twice over the years, first in the twelfth and then in the thirteenth century. As a glove it concerns consecration, this occurred in 1238. The building is characterized by a romantic style, and this is also noticeable from the facade. It is currently managed by the Diocese of Volterra.

Siena (16 Km)

Eremo di San Leonardo al Lago

The Hermitage of San Leonardo al Lago has an ancient history and is linked to the presence of a hermit community that settled on the slopes of the hill, not very far from Siena, in 1112. The Romanesque church dates back to 1239 and was erected above the pre-existing oratory. In 1250 the convent was joined to the nearest one of San Salvatore di Lecceto, thus constituting the Leccetan congregation of the Hermits. Towards the 17th century, the church renewed the interior with Baroque altars and pictorial furnishings, while still preserving the frescoes of great cultural and spiritual value.

Siena (20 Km)

Castello di Belcaro

Imposing construction fortified by a city wall, inside it is composed of various buildings and open spaces with gardens and courtyards. The largest building is the main building that is spread over three floors. It was founded in 1190.

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Antico Borgo Poggiarello

Monteriggioni (10 Km) - Strada Di San Monti 12

e-mail www +39577301003/3351281585/3351281584

"Antico Borgo Poggiarello" is an ancient farmhouse village of the XVII century that rises up in the middle of Sienese Chianti, a large region considered a natural park. It is the ideal place to spend a charming and relaxing holiday, in close contact with nature but also near enchanting towns such as Siena, Florence, Monteriggioni, Volterra, San Gimignano, Montalcino and Pienza. 14 holiday apartments charmingly furnished in the old style of Tuscany, and equipped with all the comforts for a great holiday in Tuscany. In the agriturismo Poggiarello you'll also find a tipycal restaurant, that offers to the guests the best food of traditional tuscan cooking and the best wines of Chianti area.

Borgo Personatina

Sovicille (15 Km) - Strada Di Personatina 16

e-mail www +390577315926

Borghetto Poggio Bianco

Radicondoli (8 Km) - Località Falsini Fraz. Di Cornocchia

e-mail www +393476923396

An old Tuscan farmhouse, carefully restored, immersed in the luxuriant nature of the Sienese hills near the ancient village of Radicondoli and a few kilometers from the city of Siena. The estate consists of a private villa that can accommodate up to 10 people and a lovely hamlet, where they have been obtained 10 apartments of different sizes from the studio to the four-room apartment, and is surrounded by a large spontaneous forest. Guests can enjoy a private pool and comfortable outdoor whirlpools. The apartments and the villa are self catering solutions and each one is equipped with all the comforts. Once at the Borghetto, our caretakers will be happy to help you for any of your needs!

Villa Baciolo 2

San Gimignano (11 Km) - Loc. San Donato, 24 - Fraz. Baciolo

e-mail www +390577942233

Villa Baciolo is a Medieval Country House plunged in the quiet of the Tuscan countryside. This old Farmhouse has been transformed in a comfortable bed and breakfast but in the respect of the typical architectural characteristics of the region. Surrounded by vineyards, olive trees and secular oaks, it can offer a spectacular view on San Gimignano: an ideal place to spend a holiday in direct contact with nature. The main body of the House is crossed by a particular hall with vault ceiling and which offer a splendid view on the Town of Towers. In this panoramic terrace we serve breakfast and dinner if requested. In the solarium is located the swimming pool. Villa Baciolo has 10 double rooms and 2 small apartments.

San Martino Holidays

Castellina in Chianti (24 Km) - Loc. San Martino, 25

e-mail www +390577740902

Casa Landi, a family-managed guesthouse, is located in Castellina in Chianti, in the heart of Chianti Classico Gallo Nero region. The rooms and the apartments are in the countryside, but the village of Castellina in Chianti is only half a mile away, and a walking path allows guests to easily reach the village. Casa Landi is 1,296 m above sea level and has a beautiful swimming pool with a view of the whole surrounding valley and the Necropolis Etrusca of Monte Calvario. The ample garden with games for children is ideal for the whole family to relax in, far from city noise.

Agriturismo Il Colle di Burroni Giancarlo

Siena (26 Km) - Strada Del Tinaio, 2 - Loc. Ruffolo

e-mail www +390577364795

Situated in Siena in the Tuscany Region, 3.8 km from Piazza del Campo, Agriturismo Il Colle boasts a seasonal outdoor pool and barbecue. Free WiFi is provided and free private parking is available on site. Each room has a flat-screen TV. Some rooms feature a seating area where you can relax. You will find a coffee machine in the room. Every room is equipped with a private bathroom equipped with a shower. A TV with satellite channels is offered. You will find a 24-hour front desk at the property. The farm stay also offers free use of bicycles. National Picture Gallery Siena is 3.9 km from Agriturismo Il Colle, while Palazzo Chigi Saracini is 3.9 km from the property. Peretola Airport is 57 km away.

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Things to do in Casole d'Elsa Italy – what to see attractions and activities