Getting Married in Italy as a Foreigner
Documents and Paperwork What to know before planning your dream wedding in Tuscany Getting married in the Chianti countryside, surrounded by centuries-old vineyards and medieval hamlets like Castelvecchi, is a dream for many international couples. But before the flowers, the catering and the wine, there’s a step that’s often underestimated: the legal paperwork. Understanding what’s […]
Why Get Married in a True Hamlet
Not a Recreated Villa There’s a difference you can feel before you even see it. It’s the difference between a “Tuscan-themed” venue built to resemble a hamlet, and a hamlet that actually is one — for a thousand years. Castelvecchi belongs to the second category. It is not a resort that recreated the atmosphere of […]
BorgoCastelvecchi Named a Winner at the Hitched Wedding Awards 2026
Recognised as One of the UK’s Top Wedding Professionals Radda in Chianti, 21 January 2026 Hitched.co.uk, one of the UK’s leading wedding planning platforms and part of The Knot Worldwide Inc., has announced the winners of its 5th annual Hitched Wedding Awards. Among this year’s honourees is BorgoCastelvecchi, based in Italy, recognised as one of […]
Castelvecchi and the Hidden Chianti
Secret Places to Discover In the most authentic heart of Tuscany lies a quieter side of Chianti, far from crowded tourist routes and busy destinations. This is the Chianti of misty hills at sunrise, ancient oak forests, hidden churches, and medieval villages where time seems to stand still. Guests staying in Castelvecchi, among the hills […]
Cycling from the Heart of Chianti
Day Rides from Castelvecchi Starting and ending in Castelvecchi, Radda in Chianti | Tuscany There is a place in the Chianti that few people truly know, and that those lucky enough to find it struggle to leave. Castelvecchi is a small hamlet in the hills above Radda in Chianti, sitting at 600 metres above sea […]
Chianti at Sunset
The Best Panoramic Viewpoints The Chianti region is one of the most iconic areas of Tuscany, a landscape that feels almost hand-painted: rolling hills, neatly arranged vineyards, scattered cypress trees, and medieval villages rising gently from the countryside. But it is at sunset that this region reveals its most magical side. As the light turns […]
Chianti for Beginners
Understanding Italy’s Most Famous Red Wine For many international travelers, discovering Chianti is one of the most memorable parts of visiting Tuscany. Served in rustic trattorias, elegant wine bars, and countryside estates, Chianti has become one of the most recognizable symbols of Italian wine culture. Yet behind its global fame lies a rich story of […]
Scenic Walks Through Vineyards
from Radda in Chianti to Volpaia and Castelvecchi Route technical data Route description 1. From Radda in Chianti to Volpaia (approx. 11–12 km | +350–400 m | 3–4 hours) The first section follows the classic Radda–Volpaia route, crossing gravel roads, vineyards and isolated farmhouses. The elevation profile features continuous gentle ups and downs, with a […]
Castellina in Chianti
what to see and do (about 15 km from Castelvecchi, 20–25 minutes by car) Castellina in Chianti is one of the most representative villages in the Chianti Senese area and an ideal half-day trip for those staying in Castelvecchi. The town lies along the ancient road connecting Florence and Siena and has preserved a strong […]
Four Seasons in Chianti
How the Landscape (and the Wine) Changes Chianti is never the same twice. Visiting it once reveals its beauty, but only by returning season after season can one truly understand its soul. The hills between Radda, Gaiole and Castellina change color, rhythm and scent in harmony with the cycle of the vine and nature itself, […]