Basso Merse Nature Reserve

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A river meandering through a marshy landscape with tall grasses and distant trees under a partly cloudy sky.
Swap the concrete jungle for spectacular scenery at Basso Merse Nature Reserve. Whether you're eager to work up a sweat on the walking tracks or simply kick back with a picnic, this is the place to get your fix of nature.

You'll soon find out why this Province of Siena protected natural landscape is popular with travelers. If you're searching for more to do and see here, Terme Petriolo, Castello di Montepescini, and Castello del Belagaio are in this area as well. They won't take very long to get to from Basso Merse Nature Reserve.

Hotel Athena

Hotel Athena

4 out of 5
P Mascagni 55 Siena SI
$136 nightly
The price is $153 total per night from Nov 1 to Nov 2
$153 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Siena. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"The hotel is wonderful! The staff is extremely friendly and helpful. The location is great…jut a short walk to shopping, restaurants, and the cathedral. Our room was very clean and the beds were comfortable. The view from the terrace is stunning."

Reviewed on Sep 29, 2026

Hotel Athena
Grand Hotel Continental Siena – Starhotels Collezione

Grand Hotel Continental Siena – Starhotels Collezione

5 out of 5
Banchi Di Sopra 85 Siena SI
$379 nightly
The price is $424 total per night from Nov 1 to Nov 2
$424 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Siena. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
Grand Hotel Continental Siena – Starhotels Collezione
NH Siena

NH Siena

4 out of 5
Piazza La Lizza 1 Siena SI
$109 nightly
The price is $124 total per night from Nov 1 to Nov 2
$124 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Siena. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
NH Siena
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Corte Francigena - Apartments

Corte Francigena - Apartments

Via Ferretti Montalcino SI
Stay at this apartment in Montalcino. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Abbazia di Sant'Antimo and Museum of Brunello ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (19 reviews)
"The unit is very clean, awesome breakfast, beautiful view"

Reviewed on Sep 24, 2026

Corte Francigena - Apartments
Hotel San Gregorio

Hotel San Gregorio

3 out of 5
Via Della Madonnina 4 Pienza SI
Book a stay at this business-friendly residence in Pienza. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and room service. Popular attractions Enoteca Di Ghino and Artemisia ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (158 reviews)
"All good"

Reviewed on Sep 30, 2026

Hotel San Gregorio
Casanova - Panoramic Rooms and Suites

Casanova - Panoramic Rooms and Suites

3 out of 5
Strada Provinciale 146 di Chianciano San Quirico d'Orcia SI
Stay at this residence in San Quirico d'Orcia. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Horti Leonini and Chapel of our Lady ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (99 reviews)
"Great location and lovely pool. Rooms were large but the place is definitely dated. Breakfast was decent with a lot of options. Parking wasn’t all that great but nevertheless on the property itself"

Reviewed on Oct 3, 2026

Casanova - Panoramic Rooms and Suites
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Stay near popular Basso Merse Nature Reserve attractions

Castello di Montepescini

10.0/10 (1 review)
Find out about the history of Murlo when you spend time at Castello di Montepescini. Discover the area's countryside and wineries.
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Cities near Basso Merse Nature Reserve

An aerial view of a river winding through a rocky landscape with sparse vegetation.

Monticiano

A historic tower with arches and a bell, surrounded by traditional buildings with tiled roofs and satellite dishes.

Montalcino

Rolling hills, a winding road, and a line of cypress trees.

Murlo

A hillside town with buildings atop a lush green hill.

Civitella Paganico

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