Holiday apartment in Greve in Chianti: Art, gastronomy and trails

Greve in Chianti combines art, history, market life, wine and regional cuisine. The town offers specific cultural sites, culinary highlights and trails through a variety of landscapes – an attractive basis when choosing a holiday apartment in Greve in Chianti or a holiday home for your stay.

Art and sacred culture in Greve

Near the centre of Greve in Chianti, the “SEQUENZA” installation, made of bronze and local stone, is located on Viale da Verrazzano and the Chiantigiana SR 222. The three separate elements are arranged across a larger green area over a distance of approximately 60 metres. Also in Greve, the “Lympha” artwork blends contemplatively into the setting of the Church of Santa Croce. The church houses a triptych by Bicci di Lorenzo depicting the Madonna and Child with saints.

The Museum of Sacred Art of San Francesco is located in the historic San Francesco monastery, built in the 15th century. It preserves paintings, sculptures, liturgical vestments and sacred furnishings dating from the 13th to the 19th century. An archaeological section displays finds from archaeological investigations in the surrounding area.

Castles and monastic history

The Castello di Uzzano retains parts of its original rectangular defensive wall circuit and today has the appearance of a typical Renaissance villa. The Castello di Verrazzano probably originated from a Roman settlement and has an Italian garden.

In nearby Cintoia, the upper part of the Castello di Cintoia is not accessible because it is located in a private residence. The Castello di Cintoia is also one of the earliest documented castles in the Florentine area. In Lucolena, the remains of the Castello di Lucolena are integrated into the settlement of the same name. In nearby Montefioralle, the castle still stands within its original circuit of walls. The Abbazia di Montescalari was built between 1038 and 1040 and served as a hospitium, that is, accommodation and a resting place for travellers.

Market, wine and regional specialities

Piazza Matteotti has a distinctive triangular shape. The town market takes place there every Saturday morning. Its arcades house workshops, wine bars and shops selling local handicrafts and regional food products. Every year on the second weekend of September, Piazza Matteotti also hosts the Expo Chianti Classico, which includes tastings, including guided tastings.

Along the Strada del Vino e dell’Olio Chianti Classico, Chianti Classico DOCG is produced in Greve. Mezzone is a local sausage speciality made from pork, beef, spices, salt and pepper. Chianti Classico DOP olive oil is combined locally with soups, grilled meat, vegetables, as well as ribollita and panzanella.

Circular trails and choosing your accommodation

The “Anello di Montefioralle e Montegonzi” circular trail starts and ends in Greve in Chianti and leads to the medieval village of Montefioralle. The “Cycling in the heart of Chianti Fiorentino” circular route passes through vineyards, olive groves, dense forests and landscapes characterised by cypress trees. When searching for a holiday apartment or holiday home, you can compare these highlights with your preferred days focused on culture, gastronomy, hiking or cycling.

More destinations for trip planning

Lucolena in Chianti, Panzano in Chianti, San Polo in Chianti, Dudda, Cintoia, Strada in Chianti, Pieve di Panzano, Lamole, Passo dei Pecorai and Le Bolle

For the higher-level travel overview: Florence.