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Hotels to remember: Pienza

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Rapolano Terme

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Pienza: introduction

Situated on the Via Cassia, just a few kilometers from Cianciano Terme, one finds Pienza. Like Castiglione d'Orcia, Montalcino, Radicofoni and San Quirico d'Orcia the city is part of the Val d'Orcia.

Pienza is known for its historical ties with Enea Silvio Piccolomini, who became Pope Pio II in 1458 and transformed Pienza from a small Medieval village into an elegant Papal residence with architecture typical of the Renaissance period.

Even the shortest of visits to Pienza should include a walk along the town walls and an exploration of the historic center, with its perfectly preserved Renaissance buildings, such as Palazzo del Tesoriere, Palazzo Lolli, the Cathedral of the Assunta, Palazzo Piccolomini, Palazzo Borgia and Joffroy, Palazzo Comunale, Palazzo Ammanati, the Parish Church of Corsignano. Local delicacies include the Cacio pecorino cheese which can be tasted and bought in almost all of the shops in the town.

Pienza: suggestions from the hotels

Gli Chef dell'ADLER

(Ristorante Gourmet dell'ADLER THERMAE)

Adler Thermae

5 Star Hotels

Walk and enjoy the amazing nature of the Orcia Valley, UNESCO World Heritage. More or 200 Km itineraries for walking or biking along panoramic paths with breathtaking views. (Adler Thermae) →

Giovanni P. Fiorentini

(General Manager)

Castello di San Fabiano

Countryside Residences

Castle of San Fabiano is a perfect base for visiting Siena, the most well preserved medieval town in the world and to enjoy the amazing Sienese Clay Hills, the Orcia Valley and wine districts of Nobile, Brunello and Chianti, as well. (Castello di San Fabiano) →

Fabio Firli

(Owner)

Follonico 4-Suite

B&B and Homes

Quality of living, tasting of small local produce, 2 of the most prestigious wine in the world, medieval hamlets, breath taking views. (Follonico 4-Suite) →