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Valdichiana<\/h1>\n

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From Arezzo, heading south, the Aretine Valdichiana opens up between agricultural plains and hills, along the Canale Maestro della Chiana. The main towns are Civitella in Val di Chiana, Monte San Savino, Lucignano, Foiano della Chiana, Castiglion Fiorentino and Cortona, the natural gateway to Lake Trasimeno.<\/p>\n

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Here is an overview map to help you orient yourself and better understand the geography of the area, the places, points of interest and routes.<\/p>\n

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> Download the overview map<\/a><\/p>\n

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Car, motorbike and camper<\/span><\/div>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][vc_column_text]From Arezzo, heading south, the Aretine Valdichiana is easily reached along the SR71<\/strong>, which crosses the valley floor towards Castiglion Fiorentino<\/strong>, Camucia<\/strong> and Cortona<\/strong>, up to the borders with Umbria<\/strong> and Lake Trasimeno<\/strong>.
\nIn parallel, the A1 Motorway<\/strong> (Autostrada del Sole) runs along the western edge of the valley, with the Arezzo<\/strong> exit for the northern part and Monte San Savino<\/strong> for the southern part.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][vc_column_text]Average travel times (normal traffic)<\/strong>
\nArezzo > Monte San Savino: about 20 minutes<\/strong> (25 km)
\nArezzo > Lucignano: about 30 minutes<\/strong> (30 km)
\nArezzo > Foiano della Chiana: about 35 minutes<\/strong> (33 km)
\nArezzo > Castiglion Fiorentino: about 20 minutes<\/strong> (17 km)
\nArezzo > Cortona (Camucia): about 35\u201340 minutes<\/strong> (35 km)
\nCortona > Lake Trasimeno (Tuoro \/ Castiglione del Lago): about 25 minutes<\/strong> (20 km)
\nFoiano della Chiana > Montepulciano: about 25 minutes<\/strong> (22 km)
\nMonte San Savino > Rapolano Terme: about 25 minutes<\/strong> (23 km)[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”40px”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

SCENIC AND TOURIST CONNECTIONS<\/strong><\/h4>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”5px”][vc_column_text]From the valley floor, several scenic roads branch off to connect the hilltop villages and surrounding areas:
\n– from Civitella in Val di Chiana<\/strong> you head towards the Val d\u2019Ambra, with connections to Bucine, Rapolano Terme and Siena;
\n– from Monte San Savino<\/strong> and Lucignano<\/strong> you reach the Crete Senesi, Rapolano Terme and Siena;
\n– from Foiano della Chiana<\/strong> continue towards Montepulciano and the Val d\u2019Orcia;
\n– from Cortona<\/strong> head towards Terontola, Lake Trasimeno and Perugia[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”40px”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

EQUIPPED AREAS FOR CAMPER VANS<\/strong><\/h4>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”5px”][vc_column_text]- Civitella in Val di Chiana (Badia al Pino)<\/strong> \u2013 municipal area: 8<\/strong> spaces, water supply\/drain, lighting.
\n– Monte San Savino<\/strong> \u2013 via Fiorentina: 10<\/strong> spaces, water supply\/drain, electrical hookups.
\n– Lucignano<\/strong> \u2013 via della Circonvallazione: 6<\/strong> spaces, free area, water supply\/drain
\n– Foiano della Chiana<\/strong> \u2013 via Civitella: 8<\/strong> spaces, electrical hookups.
\n– Cortona<\/strong> \u2013 \u201cParterre\u201d camper area, viale Passerini: 20<\/strong> spaces, water supply\/drain, electricity, toilets.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”60px”][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/12″][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”grid” text_align=”left” background_animation=”none” css_animation=””][vc_column width=”1\/12″][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”10\/12″][vc_single_image image=”39662″ img_size=”full” qode_css_animation=””][vc_empty_space height=”5px”][vc_column_text]

Train<\/span><\/div>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

The Aretine Valdichiana is served by two railway lines that connect Arezzo with the main centres of the valley and with the routes towards Rome, Florence, Siena and Umbria.<\/p>\n

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Florence\u2013Rome line (Trenitalia)<\/strong>
\nThe main line crossing Valdichiana, it connects Arezzo with the larger towns and with the Umbrian rail hub of Trasimeno.<\/p>\n

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MAIN STATIONS:<\/strong><\/h4>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”5px”][vc_column_text]– Arezzo<\/strong>
\n– Castiglion Fiorentino<\/strong>
\n– Camucia-Cortona<\/strong>
\n– Terontola-Cortona <\/strong>(junction for the Trasimeno line and for Umbria)[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][vc_column_text]Average travel times<\/strong>
\n– Arezzo > Castiglion Fiorentino: about 15 minutes<\/strong>
\n– Arezzo > Camucia-Cortona: about 25 minutes<\/strong>
\n– Arezzo > Terontola: about 30 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

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From Terontola-Cortona<\/strong> rail connections depart towards Perugia<\/strong>, Assisi<\/strong>, Foligno<\/strong> and Terni<\/strong>, along the regional line Terontola\u2013Foligno<\/strong>, in addition to local trains to the towns around Lake Trasimeno<\/strong> (Tuoro<\/strong>, Passignano<\/strong>, Magione<\/strong>, Castiglione del Lago<\/strong>).[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

Information, timetables and tickets are available on the Trenitalia<\/strong> website<\/p>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”10px”][vc_column_text]<\/i> Click here<\/strong><\/a>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_column_text]Or via the Trenitalia app<\/strong>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][vc_column_text]The Trenitalia<\/strong> app lets you plan train journeys and purchase tickets from your smartphone. It provides real-time<\/strong> information on timetables, platforms, departures, arrivals and delays, with notifications about any service changes.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_row_inner row_type=”row” type=”full_width” use_row_as_full_screen_section_slide=”no” text_align=”left” css_animation=””][vc_column_inner width=”1\/5″ offset=”vc_col-xs-3\/5″][vc_single_image image=”33642″ img_size=”full” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” qode_css_animation=”” link=”https:\/\/apps.apple.com\/it\/app\/trenitalia\/id331050847″][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/5″ offset=”vc_col-xs-3\/5″][vc_single_image image=”33644″ img_size=”full” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” qode_css_animation=”” link=”https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=com.lynxspa.prontotreno&hl=it”][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/5″][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/5″][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/5″][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”40px”][vc_column_text]Arezzo\u2013Sinalunga line (TFT \u2013 Trasporto Ferroviario Toscano)<\/strong>
\nRegional line connecting Arezzo with the towns of Valdichiana, and then continuing towards the Siena area.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

MAIN STATIONS:<\/strong><\/h4>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”5px”][vc_column_text]– Arezzo<\/strong>
\n– Civitella\u2013Badia al Pino<\/strong>
\n– Albergo<\/strong>
\n– Monte San Savino<\/strong>
\n– Lucignano\u2013Marciano\u2013Pozzo<\/strong>
\n– Foiano della Chiana<\/strong>
\n– Sinalunga<\/strong>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][vc_column_text]Average travel times<\/strong>
\n– Arezzo > Monte San Savino: about 25 minutes<\/strong>
\n– Arezzo > Foiano della Chiana: about 35 minutes<\/strong>
\n– Arezzo > Sinalunga (terminus): about 45 minutes<\/strong>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

Information, timetables and tickets are available on the TFT<\/strong> website<\/p>\n

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TRAIN + BIKE<\/strong><\/h4>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”5px”][vc_column_text]On the regional lines Florence\u2013Arezzo\u2013Rome, Arezzo\u2013Chiusi<\/strong> of Trenitalia<\/strong> it is possible to take your bicycle on board trains equipped with dedicated spaces<\/strong> (recognisable by the bike icon<\/strong> in the official timetables).<\/p>\n

\u2013 Folding bikes<\/strong> travel free of charge as hand luggage;
\n\u2013 Standard bicycles<\/strong> are allowed with a daily bike supplement<\/strong> or a monthly bike pass<\/strong>, to be shown together with the ticket;
\n\u2013 Access is permitted in the specific coaches marked with the bike symbol.<\/strong>
\n\u2013 The number of bike spaces is limited (check before departure).[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_column_text]A classic itinerary starts from Arezzo<\/strong> with Trenitalia<\/strong> towards Chiusi<\/strong>, taking the bike on board. Once you arrive, you return by cycling along the Sentiero della Bonifica<\/strong> back to Arezzo. This is a completely protected compacted-earth shared path, about 62 km<\/strong> long, flat and immersed in nature, among cultivated fields, bridges and historic hydraulic houses. It can also be done in reverse, cycling to Chiusi and returning by train to Arezzo.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

For more details on bike transport see the Trenitalia<\/strong> website<\/p>\n

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On the Arezzo-Sinalunga<\/strong> line operated by TFT (Trasporto Ferroviario Toscano) <\/strong>you can take your bicycle on board.
\u2013 The service is allowed on trains equipped with specific racks, within the limit of available spaces.<\/p>\n

– The service requires payment of a fixed-fare ticket<\/strong>, equal to the cost of a single journey for the 10 km band, regardless of the distance actually travelled<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

– Folding bikes<\/strong> may travel free of charge<\/strong> as hand luggage.
– Groups of at least 10 people<\/strong> with bicycles must submit a request to the TFT Management<\/strong> at least 7 days in advance<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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For more details on bike transport see the TFT<\/strong> website<\/p>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”10px”][vc_column_text]trasportoferroviariotoscano.it<\/strong> <\/i><\/a>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”60px”][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/12″][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”grid” text_align=”left” background_animation=”none” css_animation=””][vc_column width=”1\/12″][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”10\/12″][vc_single_image image=”39756″ img_size=”full” qode_css_animation=””][vc_empty_space height=”5px”][vc_column_text]

Bus<\/span><\/div>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

The intercity service in the Aretine Valdichiana is managed by Autolinee Toscane<\/strong> and connects Arezzo with the main centres of the valley and with the rail hubs of southern Tuscany and Umbria.<\/p>\n

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MAIN CONNECTIONS<\/strong><\/h4>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”5px”][vc_column_text]- Arezzo > Castiglion Fiorentino > Camucia > Cortona<\/strong>
\nLine LS6<\/strong>, along the SR71<\/strong>, the main valley-floor route.
\nConnects the centres of the eastern Valdichiana with the provincial capital and the railway stations.
\nAverage travel time<\/strong>: Arezzo – Cortona about 1 hour<\/strong>.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][vc_column_text]- Arezzo > Monte San Savino > Lucignano > Foiano della Chiana > Sinalunga<\/strong>
\nLine H22<\/strong>, which crosses the western Valdichiana and serves the centres connected to the Arezzo\u2013Sinalunga (TFT)<\/strong> railway line.
\nAverage travel time<\/strong>: Arezzo-Sinalunga about 1 hour 10 minutes<\/strong>.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][vc_column_text]- Cortona > Terontola > Lake Trasimeno (Tuoro, Passignano, Castiglione del Lago)<\/strong>
\nLines SU4<\/strong> and SU5<\/strong>, which connect Cortona and Camucia with the rail junction of Terontola<\/strong> and the Umbrian towns around Lake Trasimeno<\/strong>.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

Up-to-date timetables and information on the Autolinee Toscane<\/strong> website<\/p>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”10px”][vc_column_text]<\/i> Click here<\/strong><\/a>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_column_text]Or via the AT-Bus app<\/strong>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][vc_column_text]The AT Bus<\/strong> app lets you plan bus journeys and purchase tickets from your smartphone. It provides real-time<\/strong> information on timetables, connections, stop times and the position of vehicles along urban and interurban routes.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_row_inner row_type=”row” type=”full_width” use_row_as_full_screen_section_slide=”no” text_align=”left” css_animation=””][vc_column_inner width=”1\/5″ offset=”vc_col-xs-3\/5″][vc_single_image image=”33642″ img_size=”full” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” qode_css_animation=”” link=”https:\/\/apps.apple.com\/it\/app\/at-bus\/id1636455849″][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/5″ offset=”vc_col-xs-3\/5″][vc_single_image image=”33644″ img_size=”full” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” qode_css_animation=”” link=”https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=com.ratp.toscane&pli=1″][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/5″][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/5″][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/5″][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”40px”][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/12″][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”grid” text_align=”left” background_animation=”none” css_animation=””][vc_column width=”1\/12″][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”10\/12″][vc_single_image image=”40571″ img_size=”full” qode_css_animation=””][vc_empty_space height=”5px”][vc_column_text]

On foot<\/span><\/div>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

The Aretine Valdichiana is crossed by routes that combine art, spirituality and nature, linking the historic villages of the valley with the major Tuscan and Umbrian itineraries.
Among the main routes are the Cammino di Francesco, the Via Lauretana and the Via Romea Germanica, which cross the Cortona and Arezzo areas offering walking experiences through history, landscapes and faith.<\/p>\n

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CAMMINI DI FRANCESCO<\/strong><\/h4>\n

The route crosses the valley along the axis Anghiari \u2013 Arezzo \u2013 Castiglion Fiorentino \u2013 Cortona \u2013 Eremo Le Celle<\/strong>, then continues into Umbria towards Assisi. The route alternates hill paths and gravel roads, passing parish churches, convents and rural landscapes typical of the Arezzo and Cortona countryside. Between Arezzo and Cortona it partly shares the route with the Via Romea Germanica<\/strong>, following the gentle hills of the Valdichiana and offering panoramic views among olive groves and villages.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

For information, maps and official tracks:<\/p>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”10px”][vc_column_text]laviadifrancescointoscana.it<\/strong> <\/i><\/a>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”40px”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

VIA LAURETANA<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Ancient pilgrimage route that connected Rome to the Sanctuary of Loreto<\/strong>, the Via Lauretana Toscana<\/strong> is a route linking Siena to Cortona<\/strong>, crossing the Crete Senesi, the hills of the Sienese and Aretine Val di Chiana and the towns of Asciano, Sinalunga, Foiano<\/strong> and Cortona<\/strong>, where it connects to the Umbrian routes towards Assisi<\/strong> and Loreto<\/strong>. The Cortona section, set among olive groves and farmhouses, is one of the most evocative and best preserved, ideal on foot or by bicycle to discover the rural landscapes and agricultural traditions of the valley.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

For information, maps and official tracks:<\/p>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”10px”][vc_column_text]visittuscany.com<\/strong> <\/i><\/a>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”40px”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

VIA ROMEA GERMANICA<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Ancient European pilgrimage route that connects Northern Europe to Rome. It enters Tuscany via the Passo di Serra<\/strong> and descends into the Valle Santa<\/strong> of Casentino, touching La Verna<\/strong> before continuing to Arezzo<\/strong>. After Arezzo, the route runs through the Valdichiana<\/strong> along the hills, from Sassaia to Castiglion Fiorentino<\/strong>, Montecchio Vesponi and Cortona<\/strong>, where it partly coincides with the Cammino di Francesco<\/strong>. From Cortona it continues towards Castiglion del Lago<\/strong> in Umbria, passes Orvieto<\/strong> and ends in Rome<\/strong>, along a journey of faith and landscape that unites European tradition with the spiritual heart of Italy.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

For information, maps and official tracks:<\/p>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”10px”][vc_column_text]viaromeagermanica.it<\/strong> <\/i><\/a>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”60px”][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/12″][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”grid” text_align=”left” background_animation=”none” css_animation=””][vc_column width=”1\/12″][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”10\/12″][vc_single_image image=”40821″ img_size=”full” qode_css_animation=””][vc_empty_space height=”5px”][vc_column_text]

Cycle routes and shared-use paths<\/span><\/div>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

The Aretine Valdichiana is ideal for cycle tourism and gentle mobility: flat roads, routes immersed in the countryside and easily reachable villages make this valley perfect for getting around by bike or on foot.<\/p>\n

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SENTIERO DELLA BONIFICA<\/strong><\/h4>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”5px”][vc_column_text]This is the main cycle and pedestrian route of the Valdichiana. It connects Arezzo<\/strong> to Chiusi<\/strong> along the Canale Maestro della Chiana<\/strong> for about 62 km<\/strong>, crossing a rural landscape of great historical and natural value.
\nThe surface is compacted dirt and well signposted, with rest points, picnic areas and fountains along the route.
\nThe route is flat and suitable for everyone, ideal also for e-bikes and trekking.<\/p>\n

Main access points in the Aretine section: Arezzo (Ponte a Chiani)<\/strong>, Frassineto<\/strong>, Cesa<\/strong>, Brolio<\/strong>, Foiano della Chiana<\/strong>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

For more information visit the dedicated page on this site click here<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

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OTHER CYCLE TOURING ITINERARIES<\/strong><\/h4>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”5px”][vc_column_text]- Castiglion Fiorentino \u2013 Cortona<\/strong>: about 12 km<\/strong>, scenic route among the hills and vineyards of the Valdichiana.
\n– Lucignano loop<\/strong>: about 10 km<\/strong>, hill itinerary on gravel and secondary roads.
\n– Cortona \u2013 Lake Trasimeno<\/strong>: about 20 km<\/strong>, on provincial roads and flat sections with wide views over the valley.
\n– Foiano della Chiana \u2013 Montepulciano<\/strong>: about 22 km<\/strong>, route on country roads and hills, which can be linked to the Sentiero della Bonifica.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”60px”][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/12″][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”full_width” text_align=”left” background_animation=”none” css_animation=””][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”60px”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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