Near the unusual geological formation of Crete Senesi in Siena is the quaint little town of Monteroni d’Arbia. Only thirteen kilometres south-east of Siena, this town took its name from a tributary river of the River Ombrone called the Arbia torrent.
Stay in a pretty villa in Siena with a swimming pool to experience the very best of what this province has to offer you!
This would be an excellent stop off on a tour of the towns in the Crete Senesi area such as Asciano and San Giovanni d’Asso.
While you’re here, take a look at the ancient Pieve of St. John the Baptist, dating as far back as 1031. It’s a classic example of Roman architecture and houses some elaborate artworks inside such as several canvases by Alessandro Casolari.
Stay in a pretty villa in Siena with a swimming pool to experience the very best of what this province has to offer you!
This would be an excellent stop off on a tour of the towns in the Crete Senesi area such as Asciano and San Giovanni d’Asso.
While you’re here, take a look at the ancient Pieve of St. John the Baptist, dating as far back as 1031. It’s a classic example of Roman architecture and houses some elaborate artworks inside such as several canvases by Alessandro Casolari.
A medieval fortified mill dating from the 14th century still stands here, part of the nearby Cuna farm which once belonged to the Santa Maria della Scala hospital of Siena. It was used as a supplier of grains which was ground into food to serve the patients and poor which sought help from the hospital.
You’ll see in the hills surrounding Monteroni d’Arbia that the breeding of the famous Chianina cattle breed is growing strong here. Agriculture is one of the main economies of Monteroni d’Arbia so visitors can be sure of a delicious range of dishes made with the finest ingredients here.
You’ll see in the hills surrounding Monteroni d’Arbia that the breeding of the famous Chianina cattle breed is growing strong here. Agriculture is one of the main economies of Monteroni d’Arbia so visitors can be sure of a delicious range of dishes made with the finest ingredients here.
Taste the succulent flavours of the local beef in a classic little eatery here, served with seasonal vegetables and a robust glass of red wine. What a wonderful way to experience the authentic flavours of Tuscany during your tour of this scenic area!
Close to Monteroni d’Arbia is the fortified hamlet of Lucignano d’Arbia where a keep and gates once guarded the ancient route of Via Francigena which passed through the Crete Senesi area and led all the way to the capital city of Rome.
Come and visit this charming gem of Tuscany for yourself during your explorations of the Crete Senesi of Siena!
Close to Monteroni d’Arbia is the fortified hamlet of Lucignano d’Arbia where a keep and gates once guarded the ancient route of Via Francigena which passed through the Crete Senesi area and led all the way to the capital city of Rome.
Come and visit this charming gem of Tuscany for yourself during your explorations of the Crete Senesi of Siena!
Photo credits
picture 1: Vignaccia76 / CC BY-SA 3.0;
picture 2: Lforzini / CC BY-SA 3.0;
picture 3: starbuck_powersurge / CC BY-SA 2.5
picture 1: Vignaccia76 / CC BY-SA 3.0;
picture 2: Lforzini / CC BY-SA 3.0;
picture 3: starbuck_powersurge / CC BY-SA 2.5
