Castiglion Fiorentino

Castiglion Fiorentino is a beautiful medieval town located in the province of Arezzo in the Tuscany region of Italy. It is perched on a hilltop, overlooking the picturesque Val di Chiana, and surrounded by rolling hills and vineyards. The town is renowned for its rich history, stunning architecture, and breathtaking landscapes. Visitors can stroll through the narrow streets, visit ancient churches, and enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.

For more information about Castiglion Fiorentino, you can visit the official tourism website: https://www.visittuscany.com/en/destinations/castiglion-fiorentino/

Highlights of Castiglion Fiorentino:

  1. The Cassero Tower - a medieval tower that offers panoramic views of the town and surrounding countryside. https://www.visittuscany.com/en/attractions/the-cassero-tower/

  2. The Church of Sant'Angelo - a beautiful church with stunning frescoes and a bell tower that offers a panoramic view of the town. https://www.visittuscany.com/en/attractions/the-church-of-sant-angelo/

  3. The Vasari Loggia - a stunning arcade that dates back to the Renaissance period and is adorned with beautiful frescoes. https://www.visittuscany.com/en/attractions/the-vasari-loggia/

  4. The Archaeological Museum - a museum that displays artifacts from the Etruscan and Roman periods. https://www.visittuscany.com/en/attractions/the-archaeological-museum/

  5. The Palazzo Comunale - a beautiful medieval palace that houses the town hall and a museum. https://www.visittuscany.com/en/attractions/the-palazzo-comunale/

Directions to Castiglion Fiorentino:

By Car: If you are driving from Florence, take the A1 highway south towards Rome, and exit at the Valdichiana/Bettolle tollgate. Then follow the signs to Castiglion Fiorentino, which is approximately 25 km away. The journey should take about 1 hour and 15 minutes.

By Plane: The nearest airports to Castiglion Fiorentino are Florence Airport (FLR), which is approximately 100 km away, and Pisa Airport (PSA), which is approximately 150 km away. From either airport, you can rent a car and drive to Castiglion Fiorentino, following the directions provided above. Alternatively, you can take a train from Florence or Pisa to Castiglion Fiorentino, which takes approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.