MONTERIGGIONI
The Dantesque castle along the Via Francigena
Tuscany on foot
half day / full day
The Castle of Monteriggioni is the only castle built by the Sienese during the long conflict between Siena and Florence. The military outpost - built in the early 1200s and quoted by Dante Alighieri in the Divine Comedy looks north to Florence and south in the direction of the nearby Siena.
Located on Monte Ala, where there was a Lombardic farm, it was in the ideal position to control the Val d’Elsa and the Chianti area, but above all the Via Cassia and the Via Francigena.
The Via Francigena, coming from the north, crossed the Val d'Elsa and the old swamp under the castle walls - subsequently reclaimed- where even today it is possible to admire the abbey of Abbadia Isola. There are still many pilgrims you can meet along the way or in the numerous hostels present today. The cuisine and wine of this area are obviously a good opportunity to learn even more deeply about the charm of Tuscany.
Located on Monte Ala, where there was a Lombardic farm, it was in the ideal position to control the Val d’Elsa and the Chianti area, but above all the Via Cassia and the Via Francigena.
The Via Francigena, coming from the north, crossed the Val d'Elsa and the old swamp under the castle walls - subsequently reclaimed- where even today it is possible to admire the abbey of Abbadia Isola. There are still many pilgrims you can meet along the way or in the numerous hostels present today. The cuisine and wine of this area are obviously a good opportunity to learn even more deeply about the charm of Tuscany.
Highlights history and nature
- The Castle of Monteriggioni, jewel from the 1200s
- Abbadia Isola, the abbey of Saints Salvatore and Cirino from the 12th century
- The Via Francigena, in the footsteps of the pilgrims
- The Elsa river natural park
- Le Caldane, ancient Etruscan-Roman thermal baths
- Le Vene, medieval mills and paper mills
- Beautiful views of nature, art and history
Highlights food and wine
- Lunch in a typical Tuscan restaurant
- Visit and tasting in wineries
Prices for Hiking Nature Guide services
half day 200 eurofull day 300 euro
My tours are private, tailor-made and can be customized.
The itinerary and program will be decided together.
Prices vary according to the program, number of participants and organizational needs.
Prices include only the Hiking Nature Guide services.
Prices do not include transport, meals, tastings, tickets and any other extras.
- Clothing suitable for this type of activity is recommended. Advice for a good and safe tour
What you could see in this tour
Castle of Monteriggioni
MONTERIGGIONI
via francigena
MONTERIGGIONI
red soil of Siena
