The beautiful hills of the Chianti region (or Chiantishire) are famous for their precious vineyards which each year produce some of the finest wines in the world, with cuisine to match. This part of Tuscany is also full of scenic and artistic treasures. Greve in Chianti has a charming town centre with galleries and proudly displays a statue of the Gallo Nero (black rooster), symbol of Chianti Classico.

The suggestive route of Via Chiantigiana leads you to the towns of Panzano, the romantic Pieve di San Leonino, ancient fortifications like Lamole Castle and Volpaia, and further on to the small hilltop town of Radda in Chianti, immersed in vines and olives. You can continue on to the ancient fortress of Castellina in Chianti and the medieval Monteriggioni with its 14 towers.