Three of the best castles Tuscany has to offer
A visit to Tuscany, the ‘medieval heart of Italy’, would not be complete without a visit to the region’s immense and immersive castles, fortresses and walled towns.
Although because many of the castles in Tuscany and ancient relics are not situated at the most popular and well-known tourist destinations, they often remain relatively quiet and free of tourists.
Here are three of the best castles Tuscany has to offer.
Ripa d’Orcia
In the beautiful Orcia Valley surrounded by profound natural beauty lies the Ripa d’Orcia, one of Tuscany’s oldest and grandest castles. The castle has been renovated to an immaculate standard and provides accommodation in the form of apartments. Ripa d’Orcia spans across a vast area of 320 hectares that include a vineyard and an excess of olive trees.
Part of the Republic of Siena’s territorial organisation from the 13th century, this magnificent Italian castle built within the most spectacular of surroundings is definitely worthy of a visit.
For more information on one of Tuscany’s most spectacular castles visit castelloripadorcia.com.
The Castle of Tornano
Located in the heart of the region of Chianti, the Castle of Tornano is encircled by a parameter of woods, vineyards and immense natural beauty. The castle itself dates back to 1100 A.D and features the Tornano, a national monument.
For more information about this gem set amongst the undulating hills of classic Chianti, visit castellitoscani.com/tornano.
The Castle of Bibbione
The Castle of Bibbione was built by the Cadolingi of Montecasioli in 997. This mighty and ancient castle is surrounded by stone walls and lies at the pinnacle of one of the highest hills in the Chianti Classico region and is just 15 kilometres from the city of Florence. Naturally the view from the Castle de Bibbione is superb, spanning past ancient buildings, medieval villages, valleys carpeted with trees and vineyards and all the way down to the mighty and rambling Pisa River.
Visit castellodibibbione.com for further information.