San Martino di Castrozza
VIVA! Festival 2026
Tandem paragliding flights in Tirolo and Merano: the thrill of flying over the Alps
Recipe: Polta di Pacentro, the peasant dish that symbolises the traditions of Abruzzo
Vinci Fair
From 25 to 29 July 2026, the Vinci Fair returns: medieval re-enactments, the Tenzon di Palla, performances, historical parades and entertainment in the village of Leonardo da Vinci.
Unicorn Festival
From 10 to 12 July 2026, the Unicorn Festival returns to Vinci: shows, cosplay, fantasy markets, concerts, themed areas and over 300 events in the Tuscan village.
Leonardo Da Vinci Ideal Museum
The Museo Ideale Leonardo Da Vinci is a building site of research, philological rediscovery and creativity.
Vitruvian Man by Mario Ceroli
The large wooden sculpture of Vitruvian Man stands in Piazza Guido Masi, behind the Conti Guidi Castle in the beautiful village of Vinci.
Piazza Guidi by Mimmo Paladino
The small empty space between the narrow streets of Vinci’s castle has recently been involved in a contemporary art project.
‘Dialogue beyond time and space’ by Wu Weishan
Wu Weishan’s stunning sculpture ‘Dialogue Beyond Time and Space’ in Vinci pays homage to contemporary art by depicting Leonardo da Vinci and Qi Baishi in symbolic dialogue beyond time and space
Church of Santa Croce
Discover the Church of Santa Croce in Vinci, where Leonardo da Vinci was baptised: medieval history, a baptismal font and fascinating contemporary artworks.
Leonardo’s Horse by Nina Akamu
The sculpture of Leonardo’s Horse by Nina Akamu in Vinci is located in Piazza della Libertà
The castle of the Conti Guidi
The castle of the Conti Guidi in the village of Vinci, near Florence, from 1953 houses the Museo Leonardiano.