Monte Petri

Monte Petri is a peak in Barberino Tavarnelle, Florence, Tuscany and has an elevation of 339 metres. Monte Petri is situated nearby to the village Barberino Val d’Elsa, as well as near the hamlet San Filippo a Ponzano.

Places of Interest

Highlights include Semifonte and San Filippo.

Semifonte

Archaeological site

Semifonte was a fortified city in Tuscany, Italy, built during the late 12th century and destroyed after a siege by Florence in 1202. Its remains are within the modern comune of Barberino Val d'Elsa.

San Filippo

Church

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San Filippo is a church.

Santa Lucia al Borghetto

Church

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Santa Lucia al Borghetto is a church.

Places in the Area

Nearby places include Tavarnelle Val di Pesa and Barberino Val d’Elsa.

Tavarnelle Val di Pesa is a city in Chianti, in the heart of Tuscany. The Chianti territory is famous all over the world for its picturesque landscapes and the produce from its land, such as the excellent red wines.

Barberino Val d’Elsa

Village

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Barberino Val d'Elsa is a frazione of Barberino Tavarnelle which was until December 2018 a sovereign comune. Barberino Val d'Elsa is located above the valley from which it takes its name. The centre of town is still ringed by its original fortifications.