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Visiting the vineyards

Le Balze di Rosennano is in the region of Chianti and a short distance from two more areas famous for their wine: Montalcino and Montepulciano.

There are so many wine producers that it is almost impossible to choose among them with a single criterion. That’s why we suggest particularly scenic itineraries, to discover exquisite wines in enchanting settings, reached by routes that wind through the most beautiful parts of the Tuscan countryside.

Walks and nordic walking

The landscape, valleys and the countryside are the ideal setting for long walks.
Le Balze di Rosennano suggests a series of itineraries allowing you to immerse yourselves at your own pace in the surrounding nature: short or longer walks, more or less challenging, circuits or with further destinations (return by motorcar). The local itineraries are left to your own initiative; a GPS may be used to help you get your bearings. For the further destinations you may opt to be accompanied by a local guide (depending on availability).

Bike and Mountain Bike

The slopes and hills around Rosennano can be quite challenging, we therefore advise routes that can be easy, medium or hard, suitable for Mountain Bikes or electric bicycles. The routes can go up to 50km, giving a wide range of options to passionate bikers. One can rent the bicycles, we recommend to book them in advance, and it is possible to book shuttle services as well.

Art and Culture

Siena, Arezzo, San Gimignano, are the most immediate suggestions for visiting: they are touristic sites that, even in the high season, still offer a time and place from which they can be enjoyed at their best in absolute tranquillity.

But there are several other itineraries that avoid the more crowded destinations and unfold along characteristic unpaved roads (easily accessible to any vehicle) along ridges affording breath-taking views. You may thus discover medieval villages, enchanted hamlets, monasteries and abbeys, replete with history and charm, making sure to include pleasant wine and food intervals.

Spa and wellbeing

“Le Balze di Rosennano” are a few kilometres away from Rapolano Terme, a small centre famous for its relaxing thermal waters where one can organise a day dedicated to wellbeing. In particular at Terme Antica Querciolaia our clients can take advantage of a special discount on the daily entry rates.

But the whole territory around Siena is characteristic for its thermal properties, known and used since ancient Romans and Etruscans. The Terme di San Filippo are fascinating natural outdoors thermal pools with calcium carbonate formations that give the characteristic white colour (they have been called a small Pamukkale). Another interesting place is the beautiful village of Bagno Vignoni.

Cooking lessons and private chef

Tuscan cuisine is renowned throughout Italy for its simple and tasty dishes. Why not take advantage of this opportunity to learn? It is possible to book a chef who will come to your kitchen to teach you all the secrets while preparing a fabulous dinner that you can enjoy on your terrace (min. 6 people).
Alternatively you can book a chef who, after agreeing on a menu, will prepare a lunch or dinner to be served on your terrace.