There are many medieval villages in Tuscany rich in charm and history. Our agency has chosen for you the best villas in
Poppi in Casentino because we believe that this town is a small medieval jewel that deserves to be visited.
Poppi in Casentino is located in the province of Arezzo. Its castle stands on a
hill from which the town dominates the entire valley. Surrounded by medieval walls and a moat, the
Poppi Castle has a façade with mullioned windows and a high central tower. Inside, an elegant courtyard and the stairs that lead to the library Rilliana and the chapel with frescoes by Taddeo Gaddi.
In the town the
Madonna del Morbo Church, with its circular shape, the dome and its portico, is a fine example of architecture of the seventeenth century. Noteworthy is also the
St. Fedele Church that houses a crucifix by Giotto`s school.
Famous place of spirituality and fundamental stop for those staying in Casentino, the
Camaldoli Hermitage. Famous place of spirituality and fundamental stop for those staying in Casentino,
is located a few kilometers from Poppi. The monastery dates back to the sixteenth century and the Hermitage is home to twenty cells for monks, of which only the cell of St. Romuald is open to the public. The Church of the Saviour was consecrated in 1027 but was rebuilt several times over the centuries.
The town offers several events, among which the classical music conceerts ‘Quod Libet’ in July and August at the Poppi Castle and the famous ‘Sagra del Fungo Porcino’ (Porcino Mushroom Festival) in August.
Read on and choose one of our villas in Poppi in Casentino in Tuscany for a vacation of sure charm.
