Through the Tuscan hills
Through vineyard paths and woodland trails, with the Chianti hills opening out around you.
The landscape, experienced from the saddle.
The pace slows almost without noticing. Vineyards, woodland and olive groves pass quietly beneath you, revealing details easily missed from the road. Afterwards, return to the farmhouse, where conversation, family recipes and generous hospitality become as much a part of the experience as the ride itself.
A place where riding feels timeless.
Some places are discovered by road; others reveal themselves at a slower pace. Hidden among the Chianti hills, Il Paretaio has welcomed riders since 1987, a 17th-century farmhouse where classical riding, open countryside and generations of tradition still shape the rhythm of the day.
A tradition carried through the landscape.
Follow trails through vineyards, olive groves and woodland, climbing above the valley for sweeping views across the Chianti countryside. At Il Paretaio, the ride follows the principles of classical horsemanship, with experienced instructors and carefully trained horses creating a connection between rider, animal and landscape, whether discovering the saddle for the first time or returning as an experienced rider.
Recipes passed down through generations.
Return to the farmhouse for a traditional Tuscan meal, where Granny Elide’s recipes continue to bring people together around the table. Learn the techniques behind Tuscan classics such as handmade pasta, ravioli and casereccio bread during a private cooking class, before enjoying the dishes created together, a taste of Tuscany shaped by family, tradition and time.
