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Serravalle Pistoiese
A strategic stronghold contested by Pistoia, Lucca, and Florence, it became a fortified stronghold in the 12th century, playing a key role in the conflicts between Guelphs and Ghibellines, as well as between White and Black Guelphs.
Vinacciano
The village has ancient origins and was fortified in the Middle Ages. Conquered in 1318 by Castruccio Castracani, it played a strategic role in the conflicts between Pistoia and Lucca.
Castellina
Formerly known as Castellina Malazzani, the village has ancient origins closely tied to its strategic location near the Serravalle pass.
Casalguidi
Fortified in 1181, Casalguidi was long contested. Destroyed multiple times, it found stability under Cosimo I de' Medici, who subjected it to Serravalle.
Cantagrillo
Developing since the 18th century, Cantagrillo serves as a connection point between the Pistoia plain, Montalbano, and Valdinievole.
Ponte di Serravalle
Located on the western slope of Montalbano, the village of Ponte di Serravalle connects the town of Serravalle with the municipality of Pieve a Nievole.
Gabella
From Gabella Vecchia, an ancient customs post at the foot of the castle, one can admire the bottaccio of the oil mill, a body of water that once powered the mills.
Masotti
At the foothills of Montalbano, Masotti links Serravalle to the Pistoia plain. Thanks to its railway station, it serves as an important transport hub.