The Abbey of Badia a Passignano is imposing and mysterious in the lonely Chianti countryside. For a long time, the 11th century monastery of Badia a Passignano, surrounded by cypress trees, was one of the most important in Italy.

Today, Badia a Passignano is also known as a renowned winery. But still the beautiful complex, which was once founded by the Benedictine order, serves as a monastery.

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Marco1971

September 28, 2022

Cycling

Badia a Passignano is very beautiful, there are two fountains. The panoramic point shortly after the abbey, climbing up from the Sambuca, which opens onto the magnificent vineyards of the area, is beautiful.

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Steffen Wekeck

May 28, 2025

Hiking

An idyllic monastery and a nice roadside bar make this a great starting point for hikes in the area—but be careful when choosing your route, as many are designated hiking trails, but are also gravel roads.

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3. Abbey of Badia a Passignano – Abbey of Badia a Passignano loop from Sambuca

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Elevation 340 m

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Saturday 14 March

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