Nestled in the heart of Florence province in Tuscany is the pretty village of Montaione that offers lots for visitors to see and do during their holiday! Why not spend a few days here and take your pick from a gorgeous selection of vacation rentals, including several picturesque villas with swimming pools in Montaione!
Located near Montaione are the Orange Flag towns of Volterra, San Miniato and San Gimignano where there are lots of activities, eateries and tourist attractions to explore.
Firstly, why not rent a bike to tour around this vineyard covered area and see the sights. If you’re feeling brave enough to go horse riding around the area then there are nearby horse yards where you can enjoy a beginner’s lesson before heading out on a scenic trail.
Located near Montaione are the Orange Flag towns of Volterra, San Miniato and San Gimignano where there are lots of activities, eateries and tourist attractions to explore.
Firstly, why not rent a bike to tour around this vineyard covered area and see the sights. If you’re feeling brave enough to go horse riding around the area then there are nearby horse yards where you can enjoy a beginner’s lesson before heading out on a scenic trail.
For visitors that like to stretch their legs and walk around to absorb the culture, there’s no better way than to walk along part of the ancient pilgrim route that leads to Rome, Via Francigena. There are lots of lovely little churches and tourist attractions along the roadside of this famous winding path!
Head up the nearby sacred mountain of Saint Vivaldo that has been nicknamed ‘Tuscany’s Jerusalem’. It is climbed by many pilgrims every year who say they experience a great sense of peace and well being when they reach the top!
Head up the nearby sacred mountain of Saint Vivaldo that has been nicknamed ‘Tuscany’s Jerusalem’. It is climbed by many pilgrims every year who say they experience a great sense of peace and well being when they reach the top!
Montaione village is very famous for its glass making industry, one that dates as far back as the 13th century! They are particularly well known for their bottle and decanter designs.
If you have an interest in the history of Montaione glass making and of the area then take a walk around the beautiful museum in the village’s 15th century Palazzo del Podesta.
It displays many artefacts unearthed by archaeologists in the area which date back as far as Palaeolithic times. There’s also a remarkable whale fossil skeleton here!
There’s certainly no shortage of wonderful places to go for a delicious meal when you’re here. Be sure to try some white truffle, which is the most expensive type of truffle in the world! In fact, if you’re lucky enough to be passing through in the month of October, you could witness the lively truffle and chestnut festival that’s held here annually. Click here to read about a fantastic truffle hunting tour you can enjoy in the nearby town of San Miniato!
Montaione would be a superb place to spot off during your next tour of Tuscany and would undoubtedly enrich your cultural, historical and gastronomic experiences!
If you have an interest in the history of Montaione glass making and of the area then take a walk around the beautiful museum in the village’s 15th century Palazzo del Podesta.
It displays many artefacts unearthed by archaeologists in the area which date back as far as Palaeolithic times. There’s also a remarkable whale fossil skeleton here!
There’s certainly no shortage of wonderful places to go for a delicious meal when you’re here. Be sure to try some white truffle, which is the most expensive type of truffle in the world! In fact, if you’re lucky enough to be passing through in the month of October, you could witness the lively truffle and chestnut festival that’s held here annually. Click here to read about a fantastic truffle hunting tour you can enjoy in the nearby town of San Miniato!
Montaione would be a superb place to spot off during your next tour of Tuscany and would undoubtedly enrich your cultural, historical and gastronomic experiences!