Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 18, 2026

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5.15 km

Gladiator Road – Val d'Orcia

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valdorcia between s. Quirico and pienza where they shot some scenes of the film the gladuator

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5.53 km

Gladiator Filming Location View, Val d'Orcia

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Part of the recordings for the Gladiator were made at this location. The best time to do this yourself is in the late afternoon, when the sun is low in the west.

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5.96 km

View of the Tuscan Hills

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Behind the Unita church, take the path down.

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6.56 km

Historic Centre of Pienza

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Pienza is a small jewel of the Val d'Orcia, known as the city of Pope Pius II, aka Enea Silvio Piccolomini, who was born here in 1405. Pius II, once …

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6.64 km

Place of artistic, historical, tourist and architectural interest
Trapezoidal-shaped square commissioned by a pontiff in the Renaissance era and surrounded by elegant buildings

Piazza Pio II, 53026 Pienza SI
comune.pienza.siena.it
0578748502

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6.66 km

Pienza

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A medieval city, awarded by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. You can enjoy some old churches and palaces here or simply stroll through the atmospheric streets. Also the view from the city wall is great.

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6.73 km

Panoramic view of the Val d'Orcia from Pienza

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Very nice and charming

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6.79 km

View of Monte Amiata from Pienza

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View from the back of the cathedral.

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7.35 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.09 km

2.35 km

1.75 km

157 m

Surfaces

2.88 km

1.66 km

1.29 km

850 m

662 m

Elevation

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Highest point (490 m)

Lowest point (290 m)

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Gladiator Road – Val d'Orcia – Pienza loop from Pienza

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