Reggello

Reggello is a municipality in the province of Florence, Tuscany, set on the slopes of the Pratomagno mountains in the upper Valdarno valley. The area is best known for the hamlet of Vallombrosa, home to a renowned Benedictine abbey founded in the 11th century, surrounded by an extensive fir and beech forest protected as a nature reserve, popular for walking and offering welcome cool air in summer. The town is crossed by the Setteponti, an ancient Roman road lined with olive groves and small stone villages, providing a classic rural Tuscan setting. The local economy remains tied to olive oil and wine production, alongside quality small-scale farming. Its location makes it easy to reach Florence, Arezzo and the Chianti region, while offering a quieter, greener base to stay. The surrounding hills are well suited to hiking, cycling and exploring rural and religious heritage. Reggello appeals to travellers seeking genuine Tuscan character, combining unspoilt countryside, local gastronomy and proximity to the region's major art cities.