Antria: Discover Villa La Ripa, Wine and Culture

History and Wine in Antria

Antria combines an unusual historical connection with wine, culture, and landscape themes. Villa La Ripa is located in Antria, a private residence from the 16th century built around a thousand-year-old tower. The contrast between the 16th-century building and the significantly older tower provides a distinctive architectural setting for your stay.

Guided Experiences at Villa La Ripa

At Villa La Ripa in Antria, the La Ripa Tour and Tasting includes a guided tour of the vineyard and cellar. It includes four premium wines, Tuscan cured meats, regional cheeses, and olive oil.

The Tour Esclusivo della Villa Rinascimentale at Villa La Ripa is personally led by the owner. Another option is the Caccia al Tartufo: it includes a private truffle hunt in the forest with a truffle expert and his dog.

Cultural Destinations in and Around Antria

The parish church of San Michele Arcangelo is located in Antria. For Antria (Arezzo), it is associated with the year 1987. Casa del Vasari, a museum, is located in the immediate vicinity of Antria. Also nearby are Museo Diocesano Arezzo, a museum, Palazzo della Provincia, a palace, and Palazzo Pretorio, a palace.

Villa Severi, a garden, is located in the immediate vicinity of Antria. Sandro Pertini, also a garden, is located in the surrounding area of Antria. These different destinations provide several concrete points of interest for culture-focused days, without requiring you to limit yourself to a single way of exploring the area.

Routes and Landscape

For cycling enthusiasts, the classic L'Ardita route is a marked trail through Arezzo and its valleys. A cycling loop route through Antria runs along the western slope of Alpe di Poti. The two route options offer different perspectives on Arezzo, its valleys, and the slopes around Antria; which one suits your plans depends on your preferred itinerary.

Monte San Zio, a mountain, is located in the surrounding area of Antria. Monte Corneta, also a mountain, is likewise located nearby. Together with the cycling loop along the western slope of Alpe di Poti, these places bring not only buildings and culinary experiences but also the landscape itself to the forefront as a distinct aspect of the trip.

Wine as an Excursion Theme

A Trek-&-Wine excursion started in Antria and led to Cantina Buccia Nera in Campriano. At Buccia Nera in Campriano, it included a wine tour and a picnic lunch with a glass of wine. For your planning, this example shows how Antria can be combined with an excursion that brings together activity, wine, and a meal.

Discover More Places

Other places to consider when planning your trip: Rigutino, Olmo, San Firenze-Fonte Di Sala, Quarata, Indicatore, Ranco Di Frassineto, Molinelli, Poggiola

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