Sarteano​

Latest update: 23 February 2022
The town of Sarteano is situated within the Province of Siena and stands at an elevation of 573 metres above sea level. It has a population of around 5,000 inhabitants.

Places of interest nearby include Cetona, Chianciano Terme, Chiusi and Montepulciano while the recommended accommodation is the La Gustea Hotel & Cucina.
Sarteano is included in the list of Bandiera Arancione (Orange Flag) towns, and its main sights include the 15th century fortress which sits on a hill overlooking the town.

The Castello di Sarteano originally dated back to the 11th century but the edifice we see today was constructed in 1469. The Castle lies among a wooded area from which you can walk back towards the town and get a great view from above.

The centro storico (historic centre) is characterised by pretty medieval buildings centring around Piazza XXIV Giugno. Just a short walk from the Piazza there's an archaeological museum with the intriguing title of Tomb of Hell's Quadriga which exhibits artefacts from the local area's rich Etruscan heritage. 
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Comune di Sarteano
Province: Siena

Region: Tuscany

​Population: 4,528​​​ (source: ISTAT 1 January 2022)

Size: 85 km²

Elevation: 573 metres

Highlights: Castello di Sarteano, Piazza XXIV Giugno

​Close by: Cetona, Chianciano Terme, Chiusi, Montepulciano

Recommended accommodation: La Gustea Hotel & Cucina
Awarded the Bandiera Arancione (Orange Flag)

1 of 24 in Tuscany listed by Touring Club Italiano

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