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In the heart of Tuscany, in the province of Arezzo, Cortone (Cortona in Italian) is located at an altitude of 500 metres in the heart of a lush, unspoilt landscape typical of the Italian countryside. Cultural, exotic and above all exciting, this historic city will dazzle you with its many faces.
Perched at the top of the hill of San Egidio planted with cypress and olive trees, the village of Cortona proudly overlooks Lake Trasimeno and the Val di Chiana. Famous for its incomparable views of the teeming nature of Tuscany, the medieval city of Cortona is one of those destinations that is hard to forget. Unavoidable in the history of the country, it is one of the twelve Etruscan cities of the "Dodecapolis", like Cerveteri, Perugia and the mythical Voltera. To discover its most beautiful secrets, we recommend that you first opt for a walking tour of its historic heart. It is centred around Piazza Repubblica and Piazza Signorelli and contains a large, very large number of monuments and ancient buildings, most of which date back to the Middle Ages. But some sites still date back to earlier times, such as the Etruscan wall, made of huge stones: more than 2 kilometres long, this wall is one of the oldest witnesses to the history of Cortona. The Palazzo Comunale of Cortona (13th century) is worth a visit, as are the church of Santa Chiara, the Hospital of Mercy (known for its Renaissance portico), the Gothic church of San Francesco and the church of San Nicilo, Palazzo Casali (home to the Museum of the Etruscan Academy of Cortona) or Palazzo Fierli-Petrella... All these places are inseparable from the history of the village, which you can discover as you stroll through its cobbled streets. Small but charming, this splendid village is a real marvel for the eyes. Take the time to get lost in the shade of its old stones to discover all the treasures it contains, such as the Abbey of Farneta, Porta Santa Margherita, Porta Colonia, Porta Bifora, but also Porta Sant-Agostina, Porta Berarda, the Palazzo Tommasi, the Monastera di Santa Chiara, and climb to the heights of the city to contemplate the magnificent panoramas from the Duomo of Cortona or from the Basilica of Saint Margaret, famous for its dazzling Renaissance paintings.
Hike along the green curves of the plains that line the Val di Chiana to the shores of Lake Trasimeno. Particularly prized for its walking routes, it is a small, bright blue Eden in the heart of the region's fertile valleys. You will be able to swim, stroll on its banks, sail on its waters, ride a bike, but also raft, slide, beach volleyball, pedal boat, canoe...
Finally, it is impossible to stay in Tuscany without tasting the delights of its flavours. Tuscan wines, tomato and olive oil dishes, focaccia with grapes, pasta (such as Pici al Ragu or pasta with truffles), cold meats, "bistecca alla fiorentina", fish and country hams (such as Tuscan prosciutto) will satisfy the taste buds of the finest gourmets.
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Villino Cortona - holiday home with pool, wifi and A/c, based in Tuscany"Villino Cortona" is a cozy holiday home in the countryside of Cortona...
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These cottages and apartments belong to a small borgo in a quiet hilly position above the Chiana Valley. The owners run a farm with sheep, chickens,...
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Simple vacation home in a beautiful natural setting with access to the pool and small restaurant. Situated on a natural plot, this rustic vacation...
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This 2-bedroom holiday home in Cortona can accommodate a family or group of 4. It is a part of Tuscany agritourismo and offers a peaceful retreat....
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With splendid views of Lake Tresimeno, this holiday home is located in Cortona. This place can accommodate about 4 people in 2 bedrooms. Welcoming...
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This quaint 1-bedroom farmhouse in Cortona can accommodate 4 people. Ideal for a family, it features a shared swimming pool to cool off and a shared...
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This attractive farmhouse is located in Tuscany. Ideal for a family it can accommodate 4 guests and has 2 bedrooms. It has a shared swimming pool for...
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This serene farmhouse in Cortona has 2 bedrooms and hosts a family of 4 with children. It features a shared swimming pool and central heating to...
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Situated in Cortona, this farmhouse has 2 bedrooms and is perfect to accommodate a family of 4 with children. There is a shared swimming pool and...
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Located in Cortona is a lovely private villa with 2 bedrooms and is ideal for small families or couples. You can explore Umbria from here as well...
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Pure romance ? hidden among olive groves lies this cozy stone house, in the hills between Cortona (9 km) and Lake Trasimeno (18 km). Small but nice...
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About 4 km from Cortona is this rustic cottage in the hills, with private pool. This former hayloft is furnished in rustic style: From the...
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This 2-bedroom vacation home is a charming non-detached villa in Tuscany which can accommodate up to 4 people. It is perfect for a small group or two...
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Quaint stone house in quiet hillside location, surrounded by vast forests. Rustic furnishings. In front of the kitchen-living room with open fireplace...
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This serene 2-bedroom holiday home is in Cortona. It is ideal for a family or friends it can accommodate 3 people with ease. It offers a shared...
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Located in Cortona is a lovely private villa with 2 bedrooms and is ideal for small families or couples. The cities Montepulciano, Castelnuovo...
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This spacious holiday home is located in the old village of Cortona. Ideal for families, it has 1 bedroom for 4 people. You can take a dip in the...
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Comfort service : final cleaning fees included for this rental2-room house 75 m2 on 2 levels. Rustic furnishings: living/sleeping room with 1 double...
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Charming independent villa with private swimming-pool situated in panoramic location, on the hills around the beautiful medieval town of Cortona,...
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Welcoming outbuilding of an ancient recently-restored villa situated only 6,5 km from the beautiful Etruscan town of Cortona. This property is in...