Partina in Casentino: History on the Archiano

Partina is situated above the Rimaggio stream, immediately upstream of its confluence with the Archiano River. Its location and long architectural history give the village a distinct character: the townscape includes castle ruins, churches and an imposing villa; there is also a cycle and footpath along the Archiano, as well as Ravioli di Partina. The Archiano is therefore both part of the described riverside setting and the reference point for the start of the path.

Castle, Villa and Churches in the Village

Partina developed around an old castle, which has been documented in records since 1095. Some original parts of the castle have survived and remain visible. Villa Rosa Scoti, a historic imposing villa, stands in the village. The church of San Biagio began as an oratory and was elevated to a pieve in the 18th century. The former Museo di Partina closed in 2010. Villa Rosa Scoti stands as an imposing secular building alongside the ecclesiastical architecture of San Biagio. The year 1095 belongs to the early documented history of the village. The castle and villa represent different forms of secular architecture within Partina.

Chapel and Parish Churches between Partina and Bibbiena

The Santa Rita Chapel in Partina was restored and recently donated to the municipality of Bibbiena. Outside Partina, on the road to Bibbiena, stands the ancient Pieve di Santa Maria, which dates back to the 11th century. The remains of the Pieve di Santa Maria Assunta have been documented since 1005 and are considered among the most important pievi in Casentino. Today, these remains are incorporated into a farmhouse. In the 18th century, the Pieve di Santa Maria Assunta lost its title and was deconsecrated. Santa Rita is located in Partina, while the ancient Pieve di Santa Maria lies outside the village on the road to Bibbiena. In the case of the Pieve di Santa Maria Assunta, the loss of its title and its deconsecration in the 18th century followed its documentation since 1005. The historic sites are distributed between Partina and the road to Bibbiena.

Exploring the Archiano

The Bonconte da Montefeltro cycle and footpath begins in Partina on the left bank of the Torrente Archiano. The riverside setting and the starting point of the path broaden the view of Partina beyond its castle, churches and villa.

Ravioli di Partina and Village Cuisine

The local character also includes the cuisine. The village housewives roll out the dough for Ravioli di Partina by hand. The name Ravioli di Partina also carries the name of the village. Ravioli di Partina are likewise part of the village cuisine.

For further orientation, you can also explore Poggiolo, Soci, Banzena and Farneta.

For the broader travel overview: Bibbiena.