SS 222 Chiantigiana
SS 222 Chiantigiana
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Renowned as the most beautiful scenic route in Tuscany, this major highway linking Siena and Florence winds through a wonderland of magnificent castles, vast vineyards, rolling hills, olive groves and charming villages.
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Private Tours with Joyce-Belgium (PGB)
Brussels, Belgium496 contributions
May 2012 • Business
We stayed at a hotel near Florence and decided to go to Sienna for the day. I am a driver guide and was with a family from the Philippines.
The fastest would have been the highway but we decided ti drive the scenic Chianty route and were very happy we did so although it probably took 3 more hours because we stopped many times on the way.
Our first stop was Greve in Chianti where there was a Local Flavors Market on the main square. We had a chance to taste cheese, wine, honey, biscuits, marmelade etc. What a joy!
Then we went to Castellina in Chianti and had a walk through this little medieval village. Great small boutiques for herbs, porlain, biscuits and local produces.
The scenery was enchanting and the drive was pkeasant and smooth.
The fastest would have been the highway but we decided ti drive the scenic Chianty route and were very happy we did so although it probably took 3 more hours because we stopped many times on the way.
Our first stop was Greve in Chianti where there was a Local Flavors Market on the main square. We had a chance to taste cheese, wine, honey, biscuits, marmelade etc. What a joy!
Then we went to Castellina in Chianti and had a walk through this little medieval village. Great small boutiques for herbs, porlain, biscuits and local produces.
The scenery was enchanting and the drive was pkeasant and smooth.
Written 14 May 2012
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ILuvItalyEYC
Tallahassee, FL56 contributions
Oct 2014 • Friends
I just returned from Tuscany and wanted to share what I learned driving in Chianti. It is quite simple, NEVER, NEVER drive the roads there on Sunday. The roads were full of bicycle clubs riding together and bike races were also taking place. I did not mind the windy twisty roads, reminiscent of my youth in the mountains of New Hampshire, but we could not enjoy our ride which was hazardous due to the bikes. On one turn a group of 4 riders riding together, not in single file, rounded the bend and one was in my lane! Later we saw an accident where a biker caused a motorist to swerve to avoid him and the car hit a stone wall. Perhaps next time I would be better off on a bike:) Beautiful scenery but as the driver I did not have much chance to enjoy it.
Written 14 October 2014
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Virgina C
Chino Valley, AZ778 contributions
Nov 2013 • Couples
Lovely views of hills with farms and vineyards. We opted to ride on the well-maintained road through the forest--a good choice. We enjoyed the scenery and the towns. We stopped in Rada for a cafe and pastry. By then it had started to rain--no problem. We enjoyed a sitting down and chatting with the owner until the rain stopped.
Also, we stopped at Castello Bruio--what a treat! For 5 euros we toured the castle grounds--walls, gardens, chapel, looked way off into the distance to see other hill towns, and included in admission was chianti wine-tasting outside and a way down from the castle.
A way to spend a day
Also, we stopped at Castello Bruio--what a treat! For 5 euros we toured the castle grounds--walls, gardens, chapel, looked way off into the distance to see other hill towns, and included in admission was chianti wine-tasting outside and a way down from the castle.
A way to spend a day
Written 19 December 2013
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SagarVS
India2,740 contributions
Sept 2014 • Couples
This was the best part of my tour to north and central Italy. I drove and the endless rolling vineyards, castles and hills were breathtaking. The traffic is fast and the roads are narrow and its not for all to take. Some of the best wineries and restaurants are in this area. I am unhappy that I did not spend more time in this region.
Written 2 October 2014
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petilakis
athens11 contributions
Aug 2012 • Couples
There are no words to discribe this wonderfull palce in Toscany.
Small forest on hills with excellent view itsother.
Many small traditional and peacefull villages, with a lot of fattoria wine producers.
The most beautifull villages are Rada, Castellina and Greve. It worth to visit to rest, for eating and drinking local food and wine.
Small forest on hills with excellent view itsother.
Many small traditional and peacefull villages, with a lot of fattoria wine producers.
The most beautifull villages are Rada, Castellina and Greve. It worth to visit to rest, for eating and drinking local food and wine.
Written 4 October 2012
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vidhusagar
chennI1,257 contributions
Sept 2014 • Couples
We drove all over Chianti and stayed in Radda. Awesome views , rolling hills and if you have researched your route , you come across quaint little towns, forts and what not.
The roads are narrow and windy and you will have to drive carefully, but surely a route to do even if you are not a wine lover.
The roads are narrow and windy and you will have to drive carefully, but surely a route to do even if you are not a wine lover.
Written 24 July 2015
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Peripatetic_Engineer
New Orleans, LA2,762 contributions
Mar 2018 • Family
We took this road (SR 222) as a side trip while driving frm Bologna to Siena. We picked up SR 222 off of the Autostrada in Florence and took it all the way into Siena. It would be a fun road to drive in a sports car if you could be sure that nobody was coming the other way as it is full of twists and turns. There are a few places to pull out and look at the scenery and several places for tasting and sightseeing.
Written 1 April 2018
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DAVID L
Los Angeles, CA8,082 contributions
Jun 2015 • Couples
We drove the Chiantigiana from Florence to Castellina, where we stayed, and then to Siena. Used the wine route for a week or more and explored the storied towns, villages and many wineries along the route enjoyed all of the experiences. Varied scenery along the route from open rolling hills, to sunflowers, to wheat fields, to forests and vineyards - you'll likely see it all and it will become a wonderful memory experience. Highly recommended. ...
Written 28 October 2015
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Piotr Bartoszewicz
Wroclaw, Poland376 contributions
Jul 2015 • Family
Unfortunately I cannot recommend this road if you are not a real wine connoisseur.
Before my trip I had read about this place like this: "The Via Chiantigiana is one of the most enjoyable motoring routes in Italy, one of the most instantly recognisable landscapes in the world, etc". That is not true! I drove directly south from Florence to Sienna through the middle of the Chianti Classico wine zone of Tuscany (Strada Regionale 222) and ... it was very boring trip. If you compare this road to routes: at Fuerteventura, at Gran Canaria, in Morocco or roads surrounding Italian Dolomites - Chianti Road is much worse. Almost no stunning views, just a wine fields and thats it Of course you can taste many sort of wines for free if you buy a bottle :) I do not recommend it.
Before my trip I had read about this place like this: "The Via Chiantigiana is one of the most enjoyable motoring routes in Italy, one of the most instantly recognisable landscapes in the world, etc". That is not true! I drove directly south from Florence to Sienna through the middle of the Chianti Classico wine zone of Tuscany (Strada Regionale 222) and ... it was very boring trip. If you compare this road to routes: at Fuerteventura, at Gran Canaria, in Morocco or roads surrounding Italian Dolomites - Chianti Road is much worse. Almost no stunning views, just a wine fields and thats it Of course you can taste many sort of wines for free if you buy a bottle :) I do not recommend it.
Written 17 July 2015
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Mary D
22 contributions
May 2015 • Couples
We opted for the country roads and drove slowly with the windows down, breathing in the wonderful smell of spring in Tuscany.
I think if I could put Tuscany in a bottle it would smell like pinewood, lemongrass and gardenia.
I think if I could put Tuscany in a bottle it would smell like pinewood, lemongrass and gardenia.
Written 12 May 2015
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Trail691564
Rio de Janeiro, RJ
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Written 21 July 2023
What, exactly, is the "Chianti Road?" Is it listed on maps or described in tour books somewhere? Is it a specified route with suggested stops? If I drive on it, is the route marked by unique signage? I can't seem to find an attraction in Tuscany with this listing. Any help would be appreciated.
Jon43
Written 7 May 2015
Yes, me too, Jon43. Just what is the Chianti Road? I googled it about a month ago and found a lot of vague answers. But I've now come across this website that describes SR222 as Chiantigiana Road. Please, any of you who are in the know, please correct me if I am wrong. ;-)
Written 18 June 2015
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