Tucked into the scenic countryside between Florence and Siena is the medieval town of Barberino Val d’Elsa. Part of the Chianti wine making region, Barberino Val d’Elsa would be an excellent stop off on your exploration of the area. Stay in a luxury villa in the Chianti area where you can easily drive in a rented car to Barberino Val d’Elsa.
The well preserved town is elliptical in shape with two main streets crossing through its centre. There may not be any museums or particular tourist attractions but tourists are sure to enjoy walking through the Siena facing gate of the town and walk along Via Francesco da Barberino.
The well preserved town is elliptical in shape with two main streets crossing through its centre. There may not be any museums or particular tourist attractions but tourists are sure to enjoy walking through the Siena facing gate of the town and walk along Via Francesco da Barberino.
Many colourful buildings with flower laden balconies and brightly painted shutters will greet you along the way and would make for some wonderful photographs.
Walk into the small square of Barberino Val d’Elsa and admire the Palazzo del Podestà here. Its façade is adorned with the coat of arms of noble Florentine families who once lived here. Seek out a delicious Tuscan bakery in Barberino Val d’Elsa that sells a wonderful selection of tasty treats to savour.
Walk into the small square of Barberino Val d’Elsa and admire the Palazzo del Podestà here. Its façade is adorned with the coat of arms of noble Florentine families who once lived here. Seek out a delicious Tuscan bakery in Barberino Val d’Elsa that sells a wonderful selection of tasty treats to savour.
Why not buy some other delicious Slow Food delicacies such as some cured meats, juicy olives and soft cheeses to create a delightful picnic lunch on the outskirts of the town?
Afterwards why not meander along the streets to find the beautiful church of St. Bartholomew and the nearby church of Sant’ Appiano in Semifonte.
As the name suggests, Barberino Val d’Elsa is located in Val d’Elsa which is home to some quaint little villages worth a look around during your day trip here.
Or why not include it in an extensive food and wine trail of the famous Chianti area of Tuscany. Barberino Val d’Elsa is a quaint little Tuscan treasure which is most certainly worth a visit on your next vacation here!
Afterwards why not meander along the streets to find the beautiful church of St. Bartholomew and the nearby church of Sant’ Appiano in Semifonte.
As the name suggests, Barberino Val d’Elsa is located in Val d’Elsa which is home to some quaint little villages worth a look around during your day trip here.
Or why not include it in an extensive food and wine trail of the famous Chianti area of Tuscany. Barberino Val d’Elsa is a quaint little Tuscan treasure which is most certainly worth a visit on your next vacation here!
Photo credits
picture 2: Mattis / CC BY-SA 3.0;
picture 3: Mattis / CC BY-SA 3.0
picture 2: Mattis / CC BY-SA 3.0;
picture 3: Mattis / CC BY-SA 3.0
