The Days of Ghino di Tacco
Four days of history, legends, and adventures within the walls of Torrita di Siena
There is a character who has lingered for centuries within the walls of Torrita di Siena, a figure halfway between history and legend: Ghino di Tacco. Born in the mid-13th century in the Castle of La Fratta, this rebellious brigand was both feared and celebrated. He is remembered by Dante Alighieri in the Purgatorio and by Giovanni Boccaccio in the Decameron, proof that his deeds left an indelible mark on collective memory.
From September 11th to 14th, 2025, Torrita di Siena will pay tribute to its outlaw with four days of events, shows, and reenactments. It will be a journey back to the Middle Ages, with ancient walls coming alive with music, drums, duels, and flavors, bringing to life an adventurous and tumultuous era.
Program
Thursday, September 11th
9:15 p.m. | Teatro degli Oscuri
Presentation of the project “The Path of Ghino di Tacco”
Friday, September 12th
In the footsteps of the Legendary Bandit: Torrita di Siena – Monticchiello (20.3 km)
9:15 p.m. | Piazza Matteotti
“Ghino di Tacco – The Story”, show by Compagnia Arte da Parte
Saturday, September 13th
In the footsteps of the Legendary Bandit: Monticchiello – Contignano (23.7 km)
5:00 p.m. | Historic Center
“The Village of the Little Ones”, artistic workshops and traveling games
6:00 p.m. | Teatro degli Oscuri
Presentation and guided tasting of the wine “Ghino di Tacco” by Cantine Paolo Serafini
7:00 p.m. | Historic Center
Taverns of the Torrita Contrade
9:15 p.m. | Piazza Matteotti
Contest of Musicians and Drummers
11:00 p.m. | Piazza Matteotti
DJ set
Sunday, September 14th
In the footsteps of the Legendary Bandit: Contignano – Radicofani (16.7 km)
5:00 p.m. | Gardens
Archery with the Archers of Borro
5:00 p.m. | Historic Center
“The Village of the Little Ones”, artistic workshops and traveling games
6:00 p.m. | Teatro degli Oscuri
Presentation and tasting of beers and cheeses from Locanda Ghin di Tacco
6:00 p.m. | Historic Center
Street performances
7:00 p.m. | Piazza Matteotti
Welcome of the participants returning from The Path of Ghino di Tacco
7:00 p.m. | Historic Center
Taverns of the Torrita Contrade
9:00 p.m. | Piazza Matteotti
Show “Chivalric Virtues”