Places
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Crete Senesi — Buonconvento Walk
Tuscany
The Crete Senesi south of Siena are the most quintessential Tuscan landscape — smooth grey clay hills (biancane) with cypress-lined farm roads and isolated medieval towers. The walk from Buonconvento through the Arbia valley gives the classic Tuscan views. Hoopoe nests in the olive groves. Wild boar truffling in the oak scrub in autumn. The November post-harvest light is extraordinary.
Duration
2.5 hours
Distance
6 km
Elevation
+100 m
Best season
March – June, September – November
Highlights
- Most quintessential Tuscan landscape — biancane clay hills
- November post-harvest light makes the hills almost glow
- Hoopoe nesting in the olive groves in spring
With your dog
Country lane; dogs off-leash.
