Guide to Villamagna

"Want to wallow in peaceful Tuscany? Then look no further that this sleepy village."

Nestled among the undulating hills of the Arno valley, this charming village is the perfect spot for a hideaway holiday - tranquillity rules the day here. Tumbling down a hillside, this picturesque, tiny place is little more than a blip on the tourist radar, so you'll hardly be troubled by noisy crowds and bustle. There's just a few shops and its yellowish-golden painted houses and quiet streets seem light years from Florence and Siena. Yet both are near enough to make trips to these Tuscan pearls unrushed and easy. Once you're settled in, put your culture hat on to visit Villamagna's only claim to fame – its Romanesque church, feted for its interior artworks. Tiptoe around to see its two highlights – splendid paintings of the Madonna by medieval artists Mariotto di Nardo and Francesco Granacci. And while you're here, cast your eye over the urn containing the remains of Gherardo da Villamagna, the local saint. Away from the village, Tuscany lays out banquet for nature, history and Italy buffs. Nearby, perched above a chequerboard of fields, you'll find fascinating walled Volterra with its medieval alleyways and churches. And make sure you set aside a day to explore San Gimignano, which is around half-an-hour's drive away. Famed for its stone watchtowers, this magical place is everything you dream a Tuscan hill town could be.

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