Castello di Gargonza was in the centuries a strategic fortress. Set on top of a hill between two valleys, it was fought to secure a strategic position for the cities of Arezzo, Siena and Florence who controlled Gargonza at turns, from its foundation in 1285 until it was assigned to the Marchesi Della Stufa family from Florence in 1546. Today, if you are looking for a holiday in a Tuscan Castle in a central position to travel and discover a vast and interesting part of Tuscany or enjoy the tranquillity and peace of a Tuscan hamlet, Castello di Gargonza can certainly be your place.

A special Tuscan Hamlet

We are located in the Val di Chiana, just 11 km from the exit of the A1 Florence/ Rome, surrounded by 600 hectares of forest. From Gargonza you can visit the art cities of Arezzo and Siena full of the most important masterpieces of Renaissance such as paintings and churches and palaces. Florence is just one hour north and easily reachable from the highway or with a train from Arezzo station. Gargonza is also close to the smaller but non the less beautiful medieval towns of Cortona, Lucignano and Monte San Savino. Discover the unspoiled treasures in the most unknown churches or palaces of these cities and immerge your self in the slow living of these hidden gems of Tuscany.

From Gargonza you can experience the three main wine regions of Tuscany. Located between the Chianti Classico, Montepulciano or Montalcino, you can experience the most fantastic wine tours in beautiful cellars, enjoy a lunch in one of these cellars and return to Gargonza in the evening.

Holiday in a Tuscan Castle

However, if you wish to sit back and enjoy a holiday “in the holiday” indulge at the swimming pool or immerge yourself in our marked paths of the forest of Gargonza with a possibility to book a forest therapy class or experience a wine and cheese tasting with our sommelier in our Bottega located inside the village. Our restaurant is also open both for lunch and dinner and you can enjoy our typical Tuscan cuisine with homemade pasta.

Furthermore, for a holiday in a Tuscan Castle, in Gargonza you can stay in splendid rooms, suites and apartments and you can have the chance of staying on the third floor of the tower and have for yourself incredible views from the panoramic terrace.