Fortezza di Montalcino

Montalcino


This imposing 14th-century structure was expanded under the Medici dukes and now dominates Montalcino's skyline. You can sample and purchase local wines in its enoteca and also climb up to the fort's ramparts. Buy a ticket for the ramparts at the bar.


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1. Museo Civico e Diocesano d'Arte Sacra

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3. Abbazia di Sant'Antimo

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4. Abbazia di Monte Oliveto Maggiore

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5. Pieve di Corsignano

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6. Palazzo Piccolomini

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7. Duomo

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8. Piazza Pio II

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