There are several hiking trails around San Gimignano that are suitable for families with children, with easy paths and spectacular views. Here are some of the most suitable trails for families with children:
1. The Broom Trail: this trail is located in the Castelvecchio Nature Reserve and is suitable for families with children of all ages. The trail is relatively short and easy and goes through a beautiful broom forest. It is important to point out that you can enter the Reserve only accompanied by environmental guides, who request authorization from the body responsible for Castelvecchio safeguarding.
2. The Trail of the Swallow’s Nests: this path is located in the Montenero Nature Reserve and is suitable for families with children of all ages. The route is relatively short and easy, it offers beautiful views of the towers of San Gimignano.
3. The Castle of Monsanto Trail: this path is located near the Castle of Monsanto, a few kilometers from San Gimignano. The route is relatively short and easy and offers beautiful views of the Tuscan countryside.
4. The Spring of Santa Lucia Trail: this path is near Colle di Val d'Elsa, a few kilometers from San Gimignano. The trail is relatively short and easy, it leads to the Spring of Santa Lucia, a spring of fresh, crystal-clear water.
5. The Via Francigena Trail: this long-distance path crosses Tuscany, from Lucca to Siena, and passes through San Gimignano. The parts of the path that are close to San Gimignano are relatively short and easy and offer beautiful views of the Tuscan countryside.
These are just some of the most suitable hiking trails for families with children around San Gimignano. The area offers many other easy and scenic hikes, which can also be suitable for children.