Surroundings

Relais La Suvera lies in the heart of the Chianti Hills near Siena. Built on a wooded hill, it overlooks the valley and vineyards below. The surrounding area is famed for landmarks of great historical and artistic import, fine wines and peerless cuisine.

Casole d'Elsa

A beautiful medieval borgo that kept the atmosphere of the middle ages. Perched on a hill you can the enjoy outstanding views of the Tuscan countryside.

Colle Val d'Elsa

A beautiful old town that is the capital of crystal in Italy. It's also the closest larger town to the Relais with shops and a supermarket.

Siena

The Piazza del Campo, the Cathedral and Baptistery, Pinacoteca or Art Gallery, Palazzo Pubblico with famous frescoes by Simone Martini, Santa Maria della Scala.

San Gimignano

A medieval city famous for its towers and the surrounding landscape, also know as the medieval Manhattan.

Monteriggioni

A fortified town mentioned by Dante in the Divine Comedy: "... però che come sulla cerchia tonda Monteriggion di torri si corona ..." ("as on the round hill Monteriggioni is crowned by towers ..." n.d.t)

Volterra

A superb example of 15^th century architecture and the birthplace of Rosso Fiorentino, Volterra is also well known for the production of alabaster icons.

San Galgano

A beautiful Cistercian abbey and medieval chapel renowned for its legendary sword in the stone.

Seasonal events

Some of the famous seasonal events close to Relais La Suvera include:

• Palio di Siena (July 2^nd & August 16^th each year)
• Chigiana Musical Season (July-August)
• International Festival of San Gimignano (July)

Tuscan Wine Cellars

We can organize a Tuscany wine tour so you can visit the finest cellars and taste wines in these areas:

• Chianti: Badia a Coltibuono, Castello di Brolio, Dievole
• Montalcino: Fattoria dei Barbi, Banfi, Il Poggio Antico

Outlets

Approximately 90 minutes away, you can shop to your heart's content for the finest brands in these Tuscany outlets: Prada, Gucci, Armani, Yves Saint Laurent, Sergio Rossi, Valentino, La Perla, Dolce & Gabbana, Fendi, Ralph Lauren.

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