As you pass through the Tuscan countryside surrounding Siena, you may notice a striking castle at the summit of Mount Ala. This is Monteriggioni Castle, which remains virtually intact after centuries of existence. For those who want to see what life was like inside of a walled medieval village, there are very few sites that encapsulate this experience so perfectly. Browse our accommodations in Monteriggioni and start planning your next trip in Tuscany.
The castle dates back to the dawn of the 13th century, built between 1213 and 1219 by the Sienese.
The castle dates back to the dawn of the 13th century, built between 1213 and 1219 by the Sienese.
Despite being hot property and the constant object of dispute between the Sienese and the Florentines, the castle has managed to stand with its 15 imposing towers and wall fully preserved. This is due to the ditches surrounding the boundary wall, which were filled with coal and then burned during enemy attacks.
This legendary castle was written about by the Italian genius Dante Alighieri in his Divine Comedy. When you're planning a visit to Tuscany, you may want to think about arriving in July, when the "Festa Medievale" takes place at Monteriggioni Castle.
This is one of the most famous medieval pageants in the world, with the locals dressing in traditional costume and taking part in a recreation of medieval times within the castle's walls.
This legendary castle was written about by the Italian genius Dante Alighieri in his Divine Comedy. When you're planning a visit to Tuscany, you may want to think about arriving in July, when the "Festa Medievale" takes place at Monteriggioni Castle.
This is one of the most famous medieval pageants in the world, with the locals dressing in traditional costume and taking part in a recreation of medieval times within the castle's walls.
You might see astrologers, singers, jugglers, and other entertainers from all across Italy, while being able to sample traditional food and drink.
After taking in the sounds and history of Monteriggioni Castle, you can visit a number of quaint villages and sights in the surrounding Tuscan countryside. The closest village is Radda in Chianti, which is miniscule yet intricately decorated with frescoes and simple piazzas. This makes a good home base for explorations of the castle, offering a variety of farm holidays, holiday villas, and typical Tuscan apartments.
These will let you start to breathe the heart of the Chianti region, famous for its fine wines, while exploring the medieval castle that looms above you.
After taking in the sounds and history of Monteriggioni Castle, you can visit a number of quaint villages and sights in the surrounding Tuscan countryside. The closest village is Radda in Chianti, which is miniscule yet intricately decorated with frescoes and simple piazzas. This makes a good home base for explorations of the castle, offering a variety of farm holidays, holiday villas, and typical Tuscan apartments.
These will let you start to breathe the heart of the Chianti region, famous for its fine wines, while exploring the medieval castle that looms above you.
Another option is to look for luxury villas out in the countryside, with our wide range of holiday villa options. You can browse our huge selection of villas and then contact us for more information about the local sites and historical locations to visit near Monteriggioni Castle. You'll feel as if you have stepped back in time when you visit this magical place, which has resisted so many battles in the past and survived.
For a romantic or family holiday, this location seems straight out of a fairytale.
For a romantic or family holiday, this location seems straight out of a fairytale.
