What to see in the Crete Senesi of Siena : 4 authentic experiences among nature and villages in the Val d’Orcia
The Crete Senesi, with their undulating clay hills and breathtaking views, represent one of the most beautiful landscapes in Tuscany. Located in the province of Siena, these lands of lunar charm extend between villages such as Asciano, Buonconvento, Rapolano Terme and Monteroni d’Arbia, in the heart of Sienese Tuscany.
If you’re wondering what to see in the Crete Senesi or where to sleep for an authentic experience, we’ll guide you through 4 must-do activities during your stay in the Tuscan hills.
1. E-bike or Vespa tours through the Crete Senesi
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One of the best ways to discover the Crete di Siena is to explore them on two wheels, along dirt tracks that pass through centuries-old cypress trees, isolated farms and hills with breathtaking views. This unique landscape, made up of waves of earth and clayey biancane, tells the most authentic soul of the Tuscan countryside.
From Borgo Certano, a historic holiday home between Siena and Asciano, you can set off every day for different itineraries: Monte Oliveto Maggiore, Chiusure, Buonconvento. The views you will encounter are an exaltation of the slow pace and tranquillity that only the most authentic Tuscany can offer
2. Photographic excursions with breathtaking views at sunset
The landscapes of the Crete Senesi turn into works of art at sunset. The grazing light, soft shadows and natural curves of the hills make this area a breathtaking paradise for landscape photography enthusiasts.
Highlights include the scenic road between Asciano and San Giovanni d’Asso, the square of Monte Oliveto Maggiore and the hills around Mucigliani. Bring your camera or smartphone: every shot will be an unforgettable memory.
3. Medieval villages hidden in the Tuscan countryside: Asciano, Chiusure and Buonconvento
Besides Siena, it is the smaller villages that offer the most authentic soul of Tuscany. Asciano, a few minutes from our Borgo, offers medieval alleys, a splendid collegiate church and the Cassioli Museum. Chiusure, small and silent, overlooking a panorama that seems endless. Buonconvento, with its red walls and intimate air, takes you back in time.
Each village is a microcosm of art, history and hospitality, perfect for a slow trip off the tourist track.
4. Slow relaxation between nature and culture at Borgo Certano
After a day in the Tuscan countryside, Borgo Certano is the perfect retreat for those seeking silence and the authentic beauty of the Sienese countryside. Our holiday flats, surrounded by vineyards and cypress trees, offer the ideal starting point for exploring the Crete Senesi… and the perfect place to relax on your return.
