Gaiole in Chianti - gaiole has
developed along the valley of the River Massellone due to
its idea position as a trading and meeting point and its origins
are based in these very geographical characteristics.
In fact, even prior to the year 1000
the hills surrounding this valley were populated and it was
these inhabitants who came down into the valley to meet and
trade; they gave life to the centre that then became the main
focal point of the whole valley.
Offcial documents dating back to 1215
show its importance as a trading post and this was to carry
on expanding with the constitution of the "Lega del Chianti"
in 1300 with Gaiole as the head of the "terzieri"
together with Radda and Castellina.
The "Leghe" formed the basis
for political and administrative division in the country areas
under Florence and when necessary provided both money and
soldiers.For four centuries the borough of gaiole was considered
the border between Florence and Siena and was consequently
a target for raids and plundering until the definitive fall
of Siena in 1555.
The system of the "Leghe" remained with both the
Medici and the Lorena until 1776 when the "terzieri"
of Chianti became the actual boroughs of to day.
How to reach Gaiole in Chianti: From Siena, near the
train station, take the road S408 with direction Gaiole in
Where is Gaiole in Chianti: is located in the north
of Siena province. See the
Nearby: Visit Radda in Chianti, Castelnuovo Berardenga,
San Gusmè, the Chianti area
Distances: Siena 28 Km - Florence 70 Km - Pisa 120
Km - Arezzo 50 Km
Correct name is Gaiole in Chianti
Common mistakes are Gayole, Giole, Gaiol, Cianti, Chyanti,