Casentino Valley

Casentino Territory: nature, villages and wine tourism routes

Located in northeastern Tuscany, the Casentino valley is rich in history, nature, and tradition. Its forests, rivers, and mountains make it perfect for outdoor tourism, trekking, and experiences immersed in nature.

Highlights include the Casentinesi Forest National Park, famous for biodiversity and ancient hermitages, and historic villages such as Poppi, Bibbiena, Chiusi della Verna, and Pratovecchio, where visitors can explore castles, medieval churches, and wineries offering local wines and traditional products.

The Casentino area is ideal for combining outdoor activities, wine tastings, and traditional Tuscan cuisine, providing an authentic experience away from the usual tourist routes. Its proximity to Arezzo allows visitors to easily include a visit to Villa La Ripa.

How to reach Villa La Ripa from Casentino

  • From Poppi and Bibbiena: take SR71 towards Arezzo, follow signs to the city center and then to Villa La Ripa. Approx. travel time: 40–50 minutes.

  • From Chiusi della Verna: take SR71 towards Arezzo, continue to the city center and follow signs to Villa La Ripa. Approx. travel time: 50–60 minutes.

  • From Pratovecchio and Stia: take SR70/SR71, pass through Bibbiena and Poppi, then follow signs to Villa La Ripa in Arezzo. Approx. travel time: 50 minutes.

The short distance between Casentino and Arezzo makes Villa La Ripa an ideal stop to combine visits to the valley’s villages and trails with an authentic wine tasting.

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