Our excursion will start from a splendid historic residence dating back to the 15th century, a few kilometres from Florence, in the hills of Reggello (the 'city of oil'), in the heart of the Florentine Valdarno: the Agriturismo I Bonsi.
Surrounded by the Nature Reserve of Vallombrosa, the Forest of Sant'Antonio and the protected area of the Balze (crags), we will set out on an enchanting path to discover the Castle of Sammezzano, an eclectic-style palace, with a prevalence of Moorish and Orientalist decorations, whose mix of architectural styles makes it unique in the world, and to admire the largest park of centuries-old sequoias in our country: the first were planted around 1850 and we can still see them in their magnificence today.
We will then go up to the Agriturismo I Bonsi, walk through its olive groves, learn about its history, and begin the second part of the experience, with a visit to the farm's three oil mills, one of which dates back to the 16th century, and the monumental cellars. We will taste the top-quality organic olive oil produced from the estate's 14,000 trees, whose olives are harvested using a method that combines innovation and tradition and involves the collaboration of shakers and expert hands. Finally, we will delight in some typical Tuscan dishes paired with the estate's local wine, whose production area falls within the Chianti Colli Fiorentini appellation, and end our lunch in 'dolcezza' with vinsanto and cantuccini.
Included in the experience:
- Guided trekking to discover the Sammezzano Castle and the largest park of centuries-old sequoias in Italy
- Guided visit to 3 oil mills and oil tasting
- Lunch with typical dishes and Tuscan wines produced by the company in combination
- Vinsanto and Cantuccini
The price of the experience is per person
A minimum of 4 people is required for the experience to take place
The experience is available from September to April
Equipment required: hiking shoes, comfortable clothing, backpack, water and waterproof jacket
Meeting place: Agriturismo i Bonsi - Via Bonsi, 47, 50066 Reggello FI
The guide reserves the right to change the time and programme of the itinerary in the event of unfavourable weather conditions or special needs of the group
Different times can be arranged on request
For information call 3393374571