Chianti's Sacred Sites
This collection highlights the religious architecture of the Chianti hills, ranging from ancient Romanesque parish churches (pievi) to remote hilltop monasteries. These sites showcase centuries of stone craftsmanship and house significant sacred art, including works by the school of Bicci di Lorenzo. Key highlights include the 9th-century Pieve di San Pietro a Sillano and the Oratorio di Sant'Eufrosino, reflecting the medieval rural organization and spiritual history of the Florentine countryside.
A Church of Santa Maria
Rebuilt in the late 19th century on the site of a medieval castle, this church overlooks the village of Panzano and contains a 14th-century wooden crucifix.
B Propositura Santa Croce
A Neoclassical church in Greve's main square, housing significant artworks including a 14th-century triptych by Bicci di Lorenzo and an Annunciation from the Florentine school.
C Abbazia di San Cassiano a Monte Scalari
A former Vallombrosan monastery dating to the 11th century, situated on the Monte Scalari ridge. It features a robust stone structure that was restored after WWII damage.
D Chiesa di San Paolo
A rural church located in San Polo di Torre, currently characterized by its ancient stone ruins and medieval layout.
E Pieve of San Leolino
The pieve of San Leolino is a catholic place of worship near Panzano in Chianti , Greve in Chianti comune, in the province of Florence.
F Chiesa di Sant'Angelo a Vicolabate
A 14th-century church situated on a ridge overlooking the Val di Pesa, historically notable for housing a famous Madonna by Ambrogio Lorenzetti.
G Pieve di San Cresci
An ancient Romanesque parish church located near Montefioralle, featuring a distinctive facade with decorative stone elements and a square bell tower.
H Chiesa di San Donato
Located in the high-altitude village of Lamole, this church was extensively renovated in the 19th century and serves as a central landmark for the hamlet.
Pieve di San Pietro a Sillano
One of the oldest Romanesque pievi in the region, dating back to the 9th century. It features an austere stone exterior and a traditional basilican interior.
Santo Stefano
The parish church of Lucolena, located on the slopes of the Chianti mountains within the Diocese of Fiesole.
Pieve di San Pietro a Cintoia
Documented since the 10th century, this ancient Romanesque pieve is situated in the Cintoia valley and retains its original medieval stone masonry.
Chiesa di San Polo
The principal place of worship in the village of San Polo in Chianti, featuring traditional Florentine rural architecture.
Oratorio di Sant'Eufrosino
A 15th-century oratory built to honor the patron saint of Chianti. It features a Renaissance portal and was built over a sacred spring.
San Michele
A small church situated near the summit of Monte San Michele, the highest peak in the Chianti region.
Chiesa di San Donato a Mugnana
Located adjacent to the medieval Castello di Mugnana, this church serves as the historic religious center for the surrounding estate.
Chiesa di Santa Maria a Vicchiomaggio
A Catholic place of worship situated near the historic Castello di Vicchiomaggio, featuring a simple rural facade.
Chiesa di San Donato a Citille
A rural parish church located in the hamlet of Citille, representing the typical religious architecture of the Greve countryside.
Chiesa di Santa Cristina a Pancole
Small parish church serving the community of Pancole, located in a quiet rural setting near Greve in Chianti.
Chiesa di San Cristoforo a Strada
The main church of Strada in Chianti, featuring a Neoclassical facade and housing local religious artifacts from the surrounding area.
Chiesa di Santa Maria a Cintoia
A rural church located in the valley of Cintoia, serving the small local community.
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