The historic center of Castelfranco di Sopra is very characteristic and well preserved. The village, in fact, is equipped with imposing defensive walls as evidence of the violent clashes between the Florentine Republic and the feudal aristocracy in the 13th century, including operations and guerrilla raids.
The central square of the small Tuscan village is very characteristic and is home to a thriving little market. Among the main local monuments, you can admire the Tower, the oratory of San Filippo Neri from the 18th century, the Town Hall, the Church of San Tommaso from the 17th century, the Abbey of San Salvatore at Soffena (11th century), which is a very evocative abbey containing numerous 15th-century paintings. Also important is the Wanda Capodoglio Municipal Theater, named after the famous prose actress who spent the last years of her life in Castelfranco.
Natural trails
Not to be missed are the balze del Valdarno, formed as a result of a very interesting geological phenomenon caused by the erosion of the ancient sedimentary deposit. The Bandella Nature Reserve and the Inferno Valley are natural reserves created on the Arno River, characterized by several naturalistic trails that I recommend you do during spring and summer.
The reserve is divided into paths that you can follow to admire the natural beauties of the area. The landscapes are fantastic and the area is very relaxing. In summer, excursions on the lake are also organized, accessible via a pier.
From the ancient village of Castelfranco di Sopra, moreover, it is easy to reach the most renowned areas of Tuscany including the Chianti area, San Gimignano, Monteriggioni, and San Galgano.
