Itinerary in Tuscany. A village on the Francigena, a panoramic castle and a medieval church

What we present to you and recommend in this short article is an itinerary that you can complete in just one day and which takes place in Tuscany, in the province of Siena. The stages can be visited either in the order followed in this article or in the reverse order.

During this trip, you will get to know a wonderful village surrounded by ancient walls on the Via Francigena, a scenic castle, an ancient medieval fortress and a church, a wonderful example of medieval sacred architecture.

Monteriggioni, the “gateway to the Middle Ages” on the Via Francigena

Monteriggioni is a medieval village located in Tuscany, Italy. It is famous for its walls and towers. The village was built in the 12th century to defend itself against invasions by enemy armies. Today it is a popular tourist spot for its historic buildings and… [Continua a leggere]

Scopri di più su questa storia / Photo Alessandro Chiarini (da Enit.it)

Have you already visited the Celsa Castle, with its breathtaking view over the Tuscan countryside?

Castello di Celsa is an ancient medieval fortress that stands on a hill in the Tuscan countryside, about 10 kilometers south of Siena. The castle has very ancient origins and its history dates back to the 12th century. Over the centuries, it has gone through… [Continua a leggere]

Scopri di più su questa storia / Photo Clarissa Serni

Church of Pieve San Giovanni Battista in Pernina, a wonderful example of medieval sacred architecture

The Church of Pieve San Giovanni Battista in Pernina is a fascinating religious building located in the territory of Sovicille, in the province of Siena, in Tuscany, Italy. This parish church represents an example of medieval sacred architecture and offers a unique opportunity to immerse… [Continua a leggere]

Scopri di più su questa storia / Photo Francesco Viti da GoogleMaps