Discover Pelago

Pelago combines a hilly landscape shaped by wine and olive cultivation with historic churches, cultural venues and events. When choosing a destination, it is worth considering these different aspects: would you like to focus mainly on the landscape, history or cultural life? If you are looking for a hotel in Pelago, this thematic focus can be a useful starting point when choosing where to stay.

A landscape between plains and mountains

The Pelago area stretches from the plain up into the mountains. Its hills are shaped by rows of vines and olive trees; it also includes dense forests rich in mushrooms and other woodland produce. Open, agriculturally cultivated landscapes and wooded areas therefore sit side by side in the same area. The vineyards also connect Pelago with wine production: the town lies within the Chianti Rufina DOCG production area.

This combination helps convey the character of the destination without reducing Pelago to a single theme. Churches and historic townscapes are also among its distinctive features. Those interested in the region can therefore choose from a range of areas to explore, rather than looking for just one reason to visit.

Traces of history and sacred art

The original settlement of Pelago consisted of houses surrounding the castle of the Guidi counts. The names and construction dates of local landmarks also tell of different historical contexts. Piazza Lorenzo Ghiberti commemorates the Florentine goldsmith Lorenzo Ghiberti, who was born there in 1378. The Chiesa di San Martino a Pagiano is of ancient origin and has been documented since 1104.

Another historical landmark is the Pieve di San Clemente. The church dates from the 18th century and houses a museum of sacred art. Here, architectural history and the display of religious art can be explored together. The different historical periods—from a church documented since 1104 to the 18th-century Pieve—provide a concrete framework for exploring Pelago’s history.

Cultural venues and events

The area around Pelago also offers connections to cultural history. Raggioli has stone-paved lanes, a medieval atmosphere and houses strikingly built into the hillside. The Museo della Civiltà Contadina e della Montagna there displays tools used in local trades as well as objects from everyday life. A visit to the museum therefore offers a glimpse of work and daily life, while the lanes and houses shape the character of the village.

The Diacetum Festival is an annual series of cultural events held in the hamlet of Diacceto in the municipality of Pelago. The 2026 edition ran from July 14 to August 1. Arte e Sapori 2026 offered a different focus: its program included craft markets, openings of cultural venues, concerts, guided tours and social gatherings. It also included a visit to the Fattoria di Travignoli winery with a tasting. Reservations were required for this activity, and capacity was limited.

Wine, local festivals and hiking

The connection between wine production and events is also reflected in the Sagra del Cinghiale, an annual event held in the Pelago area in May. Together with its location in the Chianti Rufina DOCG production area, this offers another way to engage with local culture. Information about the Sagra refers to its annual event context and not to a fixed date in any particular year.

Those interested in hiking can take a route on the Via di San Francesco: it starts in Magnale and leads back to Pelago. This specific route is distinct from the cultural offerings and historic sites. When choosing Pelago as a destination, you can consider which of these aspects matters most to you—landscape, history, cultural events or hiking.

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