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Egidio Albornoz was a Spanish cardinal, politician and leader. He arrived in Italy at about the second half of the 1300s, sent by Pope Innocent VI who was in Avignon at that time, with the aim of consolidating the power of the Pontifical State.


The Cardinal was responsible for reconquering wide territories of central Italy, carrying out a policy of control including through the construction of fortresses. He had numerous fortifications built with the aim not only of reinforcing the Papal state at the military level, but above all to allow a control over communication roads as well as over the population.

After this quick historical outline, you can start the tour crossing all Umbria to discover the Rocche (Fortresses) Albornoziane in Narni, Spoleto and Assisi, that dominate the underlying towns in a perfect state of conservation.

The route starts in Assisi, from the Rocca Maggiore, above town on the slopes of Mount Subasio. From here, you can enjoy a wonderful view. Then enter the fortress; inside its halls, you can admire some re-enactments inspired by medieval life.

Originally, this fortress was a feudal castle built for Federico Barbarossa: the first historical information dates back to 1174. In 1198 it was significantly damaged by the people of Assisi during the popular revolts supporting independence. It remained fragmentary until the intervention of Albornoz who had it rebuilt by reusing a portion of the western external walls as well as part of the internal ones.

Continuing south about 50 kilometers from Assisi, you reach Spoleto and its fortress, an imposing monument dominating the town skyline.

Located on Sant'Elia hill, the fortress rises next to the Monteluco wood to which it is connected with the monumental Bridge of the Towers, a former acqueduct.

August 2019 - Note that the Bridge of the Towers is currently closed for restoration. Until it is reopened, visitors who wish to reach Monteluco on foot or by bike are advised by the Comune di Spoleto to follow CAI trail n.3 from via del Tiro a Segno, then taking the right turn at the junction to follow CAI trail n.1 (view the trail map).

Construction of the fortress is documented starting from 1362 and was directed by Matteo di Giovannello, called Gattapone. Inside its rectangular form, you can visit the extraordinary National Museum of the Duchy of Spoleto, open to the public since 2007, with works dating from the fourth to the fifteenth century, the period of the Duchy of Spoleto. If you fancy taking a walk, we suggest the looped pathway below the base of the fortress: a path about one kilometer long, where you will be able to admire the most significant monuments of the city and sweeping views over the countryside.

The fortress itinerary finishes with a visit to the Narni fortress. It's the southern-most fortress in Umbria, about 50 kilometers from Spoleto and just above the historical center of the village of Narni. It was built in the second half of the 1300s and, thanks to recent renovations, today it hosts a big interactive museum.

So, if you have children along, this is the right occasion to help them discover the the fascination of the Middle Ages. Inside the fortress, see perfectly rebuilt spaces to discover the clothing, musical instruments and weapons used in the Middle Ages.

Beyond the classical visit, you will be able to enjoy a real Middle Ages experience. From April to September, guides dressed in historic costumes will accompany you in an alternative visit during which you will be able to challenge family and friends in the walnut game and catching the ring, as well as try archery or sword-fighting.

For information:

http://www.sistemamuseo.it/ita/2/musei/93/spoleto-umbria-museo-nazionale-del-ducato-di-spoleto-allestito-in-15-sale-storiche-della-rocca-albornoziana/

http://www.roccadinarni.it/

http://www.assoroccaspoleto.it

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Do you know Narni? It's a town in Terni province, known especially for its past as a Roman colony. Even the name derives from the Latin Narnia, which used to be the moniker of the river Nera.

The Roman conquerors left many traces in the area. One of these, known as the bridge of Augustus, is located near Narni Scalo.

This crossing dates back from around the year 27 BC, and was erected right along the Flaminia road, built by will of consul Caius Flaminius to connect Rome with Rimini on the coast in 220 BC.

The original form of the bridge featured four wide arches. Today only the first and largest one remains standing, along with a few fragments from the original structure.

This is because over the centuries the bridge has had to withstand not only the natural corrosive effects of time and weather, but also a first collapse in the 8th century. In 847, after being re-built with scavenged materials, it was again damaged by an earthquake.

Around the year 1000 the upper part of the bridge also collapsed and was never mended. That is why many documents from the time make mention of Ponte Rotto, a ‘broken bridge'. However, the bridge's ruined state did not prevent artists and painters from the world over to admire it and be inspired by it.

Even Jean Baptiste Camille Carot, who came to Italy in the 19th century during his Grand Tour, passed through Narni and was captivated by it. His painting, depicting the viaduct, is displayed today in the Louvre in Paris.

Today, the location, enshrined by Umbria's typical vegetation, is well suited to long walks and open-air excursions with family and friends. nbsp

 

 

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We are on the Flaminia road, in the heart of Umbria: here is the bridge of Augustus, built in ancient Roman times across the river Nera.

 

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If you are interested in seeing the Marmore Waterfall from different points of view and if you want to totally lose yourself in the surrounding countryside, there’s for you an extensive paths and routes network well marked and plotted which weaves its way inside the Park.

You will be welcomed by a luxuriant and rich vegetation and by a natural environment populated by holm oak, black hornbeam, alder trees and Aleppo pines. Many aquatic animals complete this ecosystem zone. Paths are populated by many species of birds, among them the crag martin, the redstart, the short-toed eagle and the kestrel.

Path no. 1 “Old passage”
It’s a challenging path, less than 1 km in length with an altitude difference of 150m. (walking time: 1h 5min, of which 40min rising), it’s the only one leading you to the Lovers Balcony, just under the first Waterfall jump. It’s a slice of heaven, set in the travertine rock, from which just stretching your hand you can touch the Velino river waters in free fall.
On the Top Viewpoint border we find the “Specola” (Observatory), a small panoramic tower erected in 1781 by Pope Pio VI. From here you can see the Marmore rainbow, evident when there are peculiar weather conditions related to the presence of steam.

Path no. 2 “Nymph’s Ring”
It’s an easy and short path which leads you in the hearth of the Waterfall (300m, with an altitude difference of 40m and a walking time of 20 minutes). The water sound and the untouched nature make it one of the most exciting. Starting from the Centre of Environmental education zone in the Bottom Viewpoint, walking down some stairs and some wood walkways, you will go through a Waterfall back channel, hidden in the rich vegetation. We’re talking about a small waterfall, lateral relative to the second jump.

Path no. 3 “Waters Meeting”
It’s another easy path, but really beautiful (150m in length and an altitude difference of 15m and a walking time of 20 minutes). This path will lead you in the down side of the waterfall until the Nera riverbed. In this zone, because of the water pressure on the middle tiers, is formed an aerosol which creates an habitat full of vegetation.

Path no. 4 “The majesty”
Known as the Pennarossa’s path, it’s the tourist route par excellence; the largest part of this place photos, which surely you have seen, were taken from the viewpoint along this path. A moderately difficulty for 500m in length will take you to the impressive view of the three waterfall jumps.

Path no. 5 “The cliff and the man”
This easy path is 1km in length, starting from the Top Viewpoint, it’s a level road path and it extends on the Marmore edge, giving us stunning landscapes.

Path no. 6 “The expert holm oak”
This path of 1km in length connects the Bottom Viewpoint to the Top Viewpoint and it’s suitable for expert hikers, equipped with trekking shoes because it contains a rough terrain sometimes steep. 

Check-out here opening hours and some information about guided tours and educational activities.

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Lose yourself in the hearth of this waterfall along the six natural paths which weave their way inside the Park.

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A wonderful area, full of natural beauty and local flavours and traditions: today we will give you plenty of reasons to discover Valnerina, a spectacularly scenic green valley crossed by the river Nera.

This is a landscape dotted with medieval fortresses, lonely abbeys and hermitages abandoned by both people and time. But this is also a place where you will able to taste food specialties of the highest quality, produced in this area for centuries, such as prosciutto of Norcia, black truffles, emmer (farro), lentils, or goat cheeses.

If you like discovering new places by bike or by foot, mount Fionchi is an ideal destination. This high mountain, sometimes visible even from Perugia, is a favourite pasture for wild cows and horses. It appears almost like a scene from a painting.

Usually, the itinerary for the mountain starts from Mezzanello, near Ancaiano, and leads to grassy clearings that are ideal for picnics and relaxing in the open air. The sentiero Francescano (Franciscan path) also passes near here from Assisi and towards Greccio, making it also possible to go on a more spiritual kind of journey.

Mount Civitella, instead, is located in the comune of Scheggino and is part of the Coscerno-Aspra ensemble which is made out of various peaks including mount Eremita and the so-called Quota 1546 (‘Height 1546'). As well as through the Val Casana valley, which connects up with the town of Gavelli and with forca della Spina, it is also possible to walk through the Melette plateau, a wide expanse which used to be used by the local inhabitants as an agricultural reservoir for things such as hay, forage, and fruit trees.

Also worth seeing are the muraglie, rocky cliffs which may remind one of the balze present in other regions. Open grasslands, fragrant flowerbeds, and much more: the landscape you will find is assured to delight your senses.

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Find the nature break you needed in this evocative journey into Umbria's woods

 

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The walk begins in the centre of Perugia. You need a good pair of legs to face the challenge of some of the steep streets.

Your first effort will be fully compensated by the sight of one of the city's most important landmarks, the Etruscan Arch, where three steep streets rise upwards to the city's main Piazza IV Novembre. Recently restored, it has regained the white splendour of the original travertine with which it was built. The sheer mass of this arch will remain impressed in your memory as you gaze at it from Piazza Fortebraccio just below it.

Part of the route along the city walls opens up at its southern tower, which from here curves southwards along Via Battisti, a road of panoramic glory which offers views over the rooftops of the houses nestled around the characteristic via dell'Acquedotto. It's a truly breathtaking spectacle, especially at sunset.

Once you reach the top, you'll be just a few steps from the top of the centre, the original hub of the Etruscan settlement. You can see traces of it in the underground areas of the Cathedral of San Lorenzo, where you can also admire the remains of what was once the town's largest temple. You don't need to book a visit, just go to the Museo Capitolare located in the lovely cloister of the building adjacent to the cathedral.

The Etruscan Well is very nearby and is an amazing example of hydro-engineering. You can still hear the sound of drops of water that once flowed in abundance to fill the ancient city's main well.

Stop in at the fascinating National Archaeology Museum to see the many mobile Etruscan objects on display there, and don't forget to admire the lovely Porta Marzia, one of the exits of the old Rocca Paolina.

There are also many Etruscan remains in areas just outside of Perugia's historical centre. The most famous is the Ipogeo dei Volumni, a gorgeous underground tomb along the local road that leads to Assisi. Other important necropoles are east of the city and they can be seen making a few short stops. From the Ipogeo di San Manno in Ferro di Cavallo, incorporated into a XIV Church, to the Necropoli di Strozzacapponi and the Tomba del Faggeto further north, where your journey will end in quiet open spaces where you can rest before heading off to enjoy a nice torta al testo filled with prosciutto.

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This walking tour begins at the Etruscan Arch and follows along the walls of the city, stopping at places in the city centre that still bear witness to the passage of the Etruscans. Some tips on things to see just outside the walls. 

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Sometimes it doesn't take that much to regain your strength and energy: a break from work, a destination to explore, the right company. Take three days off and follow our suggestions and you will feel satisfied and ready to get going again.

The specific tour we suggest today starts in Orvieto, though this city would merit an entire weekend to be fully enjoyed. However, we will try to concentrate all the best the town has to offer in the shortest possible amount of time.

Among the unmissable attractions is the Duomo, a splendid building erected in the distant 13th century under the pontificate of Pope Urban IV. One is immediately struck by the Gothic façade with its mosaics and bas-reliefs, and by the Chapel of the Holy Body. The reliquary that is held here still preserves the cloth stained with blood that dripped from the host during a Mass celebrated by a Bohemian priest who was undergoing a crisis of faith.

At the back of the imposing building we find the Palazzi dei Papi, dedicated to, among others, popes Martin IV and Boniface VIII.

We then delve into the magical atmosphere of the underground city (the città sotterranea), filled with caves and grottoes, including the Pozzo di San Patrizio, which was completed in the 16th century to furnish water to the fortress of Albornoz.

We end the first day with a bang by dining with the area's typical dishes. On the menu you will surely find wild pigeon alla leccarda, chicken cacciatora, and for dessert, ciambelloni with aniseed. And if you really want to spoil yourselves, try a glass of Sangiovese or Trebbiano, two truly excellent wines.

The next morning we move a few miles away and start our itinerary from Todi, a town perched atop a hill, like a lighthouse over the Tiber Valley. Within the three-fold city walls, dating from various historical eras, we find Piazza del Popolo, the town's beating heart, overlooked by the Palazzo Comunale, which includes in its interior the Museo Lapidario, the Pinacoteca Civica (town painting gallery), and the Museum of Roman and Etruscan history.

Nearby we come across the Church of San Fortunato, dedicated to the local patron saint, which also holds the tomb of the humanist poet Jacopone of Todi. Art lovers cannot miss the Tempio della Consolazione, erected in the 17th century following a design by Bramante.

After visiting the archaeological treasures that are the Cisterne, underground cisterns that were used to collect rainwater, we definitely need a tasty break!

On Todi's tables the real specialties are caciato or nociato bread, spit-roasted wild pigeons, and cured meats, accompanied by a Grechetto DOC wine, which was beloved also by Pliny the Elder.

We end our journey with a visit to Terni, dedicating the third and final day to the beauties of the city and its natural setting. In this area, after all, we find the Marmore Waterfall, one of Europe's tallest.

In this case as well, following a good long walk in the greenery or after trekking out in the open air, you'll welcome a nice rest in front of a good old plate of ciriole alla ternana, a traditional hand-made pasta usually served with a tomato, garlic, olive oil, and chili sauce. Also popular around here are game-based dishes of grilled meat. To end on a sweet note, try panpepato, a typical Christmas dessert bursting with nuts and candied fruit in a chocolate base.

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Three days of wellness and discovery in Umbria: from Orvieto to Terni passing through Todi, you will discover spectacular locations, stories and legends, not to mention the excellent food.

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Un’immersione nella natura del Cuore Verde d’Italia con tanti stimoli e numerose opportunità di gioco e di divertimento per una vacanza a misura di bambino. 

Per informazioni e prenotazioni:

Città della Domenica – Perugia – tel. +39 075 5054941 – www.cittadelladomenica.it

Bosco di San Francesco – Assisi (Pg) – tel. +39 075 813157 – www.fondoambiente.it

Leo Wild Park – Todi (Pg) – tel. +39 333 7766055– Pagina Facebook Leo Wild Park 

Centro Rafting Umbria – Serravalle di Norcia (Pg) – tel. +39 348 3511798 –  www.raftingumbria.it

Parco Naturalistico della Cascata delle Marmore – tel. +39 345 7709992 – www.cascatadellemarmore.info

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Tra avventura e divertimento, vi portiamo alla scoperta di attrazioni immerse nella natura che regalano a grandi e piccoli momenti di grande spensieratezza per una vacanza da vivere all’aria aperta.

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How many times have you felt like you needed a break from work and the everyday? And how many times has the best solution been to just set off to discover new places? If you too feel this urge, know that the answer to your problems has a name: Umbria.

You need only spend two days in this wonderful land to come back feeling completely regenerated. The itinerary we suggest today starts from Orvieto, one of Italy's most ancient towns. Its past has left us many monuments and churches to visit.

We begin with the Duomo, a dazzling example of Gothic-Romanesque architecture. Inside, the cathedral holds the Sacred Body and is adorned with unique frescoes painted by Lucal Signorelli. Also worth seeing just a few metres away are the Palazzi dei Papi, the Palaces of the Popes, imposing buildings which testify to the prestige of three great personalities of the Papal State: popes Urban IV, Martin IV, and Boniface VIII.

The ideal to-do list has to include a trip to the subterranean city, made out of caves and wells dug over the centuries by local inhabitants.

After visiting the Etruscan Necropolis, we recommend an aperitivo, or a wine tasting in one of the local cellars, as excellent wine grapes are cultivated in this area.

The following day we start our tour from Città della Pieve, where absolute must-sees are the house of the artist Perugino and his frescoes, such as the Madonna with Saint John the Baptist, Peter, Paul, Gervase, and Protasius, the Baptism of Jesus, as well as the works of Pomarancio, such as The Eternal and the Angels.

After all this art, let us reward ourselves with a delicious lunch on the shores of Lake Trasimeno. An escape into the greenery is just what we need to relax and enjoy the local products.

We end on the second evening at Maggiore Island, which still today boasts the typical look of a 15th century fishing village. The characteristic local lace-making, the Casa del Capitano, and the Church of San Salvatore render this place magical and evocative, the perfect last stop of a journey that is bound to remain in your hearts.

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Museums, churches, and subterranean cities: nothing better for an ideal weekend. Orvieto and the towns around it are the perfect destination to enjoy Umbria's typical produce and flavours.

 

 

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Take a walk in the open air, enjoy a day out and visit the two main islands of the \"Umbrian sea\": Polvese and Maggiore. Do you prefer cycling? Take your bike with you: Lake Trasimeno ferries and buses have bike carriers!

 

Depart from Perugia, take the bus E017 to Passignano sul Trasimeno, a small town on the shores of the lake. From here the ferry leaves for Maggiore Island, the only inhabited one. The island was dear to St. Francis, who reached it in 1211 for Lent.

As soon as you land, after a short boat ride, you will find yourself in a delightful village, which preserves the appearance of a small fishing enclave, with houses of fourteenth- and fifteenth-century origin. There are two possible itineraries to visit the island: we recommend taking the road on the left and following Via Guglielmi, in order to start the excursion with a pleasant walk along the lake.

Climb along the Road of San Salvatore, you will come across the Romanesque church bearing the same name. Continuing along the path we recommend a stop at the Gothic church of Saint Michael the Archangel: inside you can admire frescoes dated between the twelfth and fourteenth centuries.

Now take the path that descends and crosses Viale Marchesa Isabella, until you reach the Chapel of Saint Francis. Inside there is the bed where the Saint is said to have rested. A little further on is the cliff where St. Francis stopped to pray as soon as he arrived on the island.

The visit can continue towards the Guglielmi Castle, located in the southernmost part of the island. In 1904, Elena Guglielmi created inside it a workshop of Irish point lace. Since then, this processing has become a typical handicraft of the area. Returning to the village, it is worth stopping at the Museum of Lace, where you can admire the beauty of these artistic artefacts.

The tour of Maggiore Island is completed. The name (\"bigger\") is deceptive, because Trasimeno's largest island is Polvese, which is part of the Wildlife Oasis of the Trasimeno Lake. Take the ferry again and return to the mainland, taking the bus E112 (Red Line) or riding your bike in the direction of San Feliciano, a pretty lake-front village. From here, reach the marina and take the ferry for Isola, as the locals call it.

The ferry leaves you in front of Villa Biagiotti, a building built around the 1940s; take the path on the left and start the walk. After a few meters you'll be at the fifteenth-century Fortress, of which only the perimeter walls remain. The internal courtyard, recently renovated, is now a theatre hosting outdoor performances.

A few steps from the castle, if you continue along the path, you will find the small medieval church of San Giuliano, with a single nave and built, according to the historians, on the ruins of a Roman villa: in the terraced wall of the church you can indeed admire the remains of the opus reticulatum, a building and decorative technique typical of Roman buildings.

The path continues to the left of the castle: follow it and you will not be disappointed. It will lead you to the Garden of Aquatic Plants, designed in 1959 by Pietro Porcinai, one of the greatest Italian landscape architects. Here is a wide variety of aquatic plants, both native and from other places, all immersed in the pool dug into the rock and fed directly by the waters of Trasimeno.

Continue until you reach the Monastery of the Olivetan Monks and the Church of San Secondo, inhabited by the Olivetan monks from 1404 to 1624, of which today only the crypt and a part of the refectory remain.

If you pass the holm oak wood, on the right, you will reach the beach. If you have children along, this is the ideal place for a break. The area is equipped with a playground and volleyball courts. The tour of Polvese Island ends here. The ferry to return to the mainland starts from the marina a few meters away. Our tour of the islands of Trasimeno ends here as well: unfortunately, the third island of the Lake, Minore Island (also called Little Island), cannot be visited because it is private and today uninhabited.

It is worth taking a tour of San Feliciano and visit the fortress, the Fishing Museum and the Boat Museum. Don't leave Trasimeno without having tasted the delicious fish dishes of the lake, such as the tegamaccio, the Regina (carp) in porchetta or the fried perch.

 

 

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Enjoy a boat ride and discover the wonderful islands of Lake Trasimeno. 

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A beautiful day and an enthusiasm for walking: ever thought of taking a trip in the environs of Norcia? The town, whose ancient name is Nursia, is located between the two rivers of Sordo and Torbidone. In Roman times, it was a politically very relevant place.

Sadly, many important monuments and sites have been damaged due to numerous earthquakes in this area. Today, inside the walls, it's worth visiting the gothic church of St. Benedict, the first Christian monk, who was born here. Also not to be missed is the Duomo, dating from the Renaissance, and the Castellina, a fort designed by the architect Vignola, which today houses the museum of the diocese.

Exiting from the city gate, we move towards Preci, entering the path of the Patino valley which leads to the homonymous cave, hidden among the beech trees. This mysterious-looking grotto used to be a great refuge for herdsmen, quite possibly since prehistoric times.

We find ourselves not far from mount Patino, a highly-recommended viewing point from which to admire the might mount Vettore in its entirety. We thus arrive to Monte Fusconi and then to Poggio di Croce, which originated as a castle but with time was transformed into a country village; only the entry-way and the formwork remain of the original settlement.

In the distance, we can now begin to see Castelluccio, set in the Sibillini Mountains National Park.

The town, famous especially in spring for the blossoming of its many plants and flowers, is an excellent destination for those wishing to do sport, in particular mountain-biking, horse-riding, and – in the wintertime – cross country skiing. 

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Not just churches and monuments: set off into the nature at the foot of the mountains and live Umbria's spirit to the fullest.

 

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Are you looking for a walking itinerary? Possibly among wild flowers and plants? As always, Umbria will delight you.

Whether you like trekking or mountain biking, the most important thing is always to leave with a few essentials in your backpack and dive into the greenery, without looking back.

We suggest a really enticing excursion which starts from Colle Fergiara, an area renowned for its variegated vegetation but also for its recently discovered marine fossils which testify the deep transformations effected here over time through tectonic shifts.

This area is particularly suited to spring outings, when gentians, tulips and peonies release their scents and lively colours.

From here one easily reaches Salto del Cieco, the ancient border post which used to divide the Papal State and the Bourbon kingdom. There are still some old ruins to be seen, some restored but others left to themselves. Also worth seeing are the specimens of Aleppo pine tree, holms, and downy oaks.

We thus come to Polino, located at about 830 metres above sea level, and in the past part of the dominion of the Castelli family, rulers of Terni, who took advantage of Polino's strategic position. Near the main square, the town gate and a tower – which used to serve as a military office – are immediately noticeable. The castle, fountain, and Oesina tower are other monuments worth seeing in the historic centre, though the most striking thing around is the surrounding greenery. Only a few miles away one finds the Coscerno and Aspra mountains, or Piediluco Lake and Monteleone di Spoleto.

We continue our journey towards Colle Bertone, a town perched on a rocky hill, around which it is possible to find the fossilized remains of so-called sea-lilies and sea urchins.

Our final destination is La Pelosa Mountain, the highest peak in all of Terni province. From the summit it is possible to gaze over five Italian regions: an exceptional point to see all of the marvels of the Valnerina, the central Apennines, the Sibillini Mountains, the Laga and Gran Sasso. This destination is also ideal for lovers of animal-watching: if you're lucky, you can sight roe deer, foxes, squirrels, and various species of birds.

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From Colle Forgiara to Mount La Pelosa, passing through Colle Bertone and Salto del Cieco: our destinations along this journey into beauty.

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The territory of the Martani Mountains community is a range enclosing the southern Umbrian valley, from Assisi to Spoleto. This is an ideal location for lovers of the outdoors who also do not want to miss out on discovery and history.

From a geological viewpoint, these mountains are made out of marine sediments, particularly of limestone from the Triassic era. Plant life here is rich and varied and it is possible to explore variegated forests populated by oaks, holms and beeches. But the true particularity of the Martani Mountains is the abundance of caves, sinkholes, and gorges, caused by the erosive effects of water and time.

Worth seeing in the area is the town of Macerino, of Roman origin and located along a road essential for communication and commerce. This town was once the capital of the Terre Arnolfe, and its walls are still intact, as is its castle, built above the main town. The churches of San Biagio, San Giovenal, and of the Madonna del Fiore also survive to this day.

If you are instead fascinated by ghost towns, of uninhabited places that excude a magical and evocative atmosphere, seek out Scoppio, a collection of stone houses and alleyways that has been abandoned since the 1950s. Though it has often been shaken by tragic earthquakes, a part of the original castle still stands in the town centre.

 

 

But this area is also a real spiritual oasis, as it hosts the prehistoric settlement of Cesi, the fortified sanctuary of Sant'Erasmo, located between the Naia valley and the Terni gorge, and the sanctuary of mount Torre Maggiore

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Walking, cycling, or on horseback: here are some things to do on the Martani mountains. From the greenest nature to ancient forgotten towns: unmissable places in Umbria.

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Stages San Giustino-Umbertide; Umbertide-Ponte San Giovanni;
Distance Stage 1: 44,5 km | Stage 2: 40,6 km
Difference in level Stage 1: +80m; -150m | Stage 2: +220; -270m
Difficulty Stage 1: easy | Stage 2: medium
Road surface Stage 1: asphalt 13,20 km (29,7%); dirt road 31,3 km (60,3%) | Stage 2: asphalt 19,80 km (48,8%); dirt road 20,8 km (51,2%)
Bike recommended Stage 1: hybrid, mtb, | Stage 2: hybrid, mtb
To visit in the area San Giustino, Città di Castello, Trestina, Umbertide, San Salvatore di Montecorona Abbey, Ponte Pattoli, Perugia.

 

An easy itinerary and completely level, also suitable to beginners and families with children, which unfolds among sweet and flat landscapes of the Umbrian Valtiberina.
For beginners and for those who want to practice sport and to know this territory, it is possible to split the journey into two stages: the first one from San Giustino to Umbertide and the second one from Umbertide to Ponte San Giovanni.

 

 
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A cycle path of over 80 kilometers which links Città di Castello to Perugia and it is spread over the Tiber river banks. An easy itinerary and completely level, also suitable to beginners and families with children, which unfolds among sweet and flat landscapes of the Umbrian Valtiberina.

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From Umbertide to the Mount Acuto

The climb to the Mount Acuto takes about four hours, the itinerary is 11.450 km long and the difference in height is 678 metres.

During the climb there are woods and pastures and at the altitude of about 700 metres the path forks off. Going through a thick beech forest you will reach the Cima Cerchiaia, where you can find the remains of a fortified borough that demonstrates the strategic importance of the Mount Acuto in the past.

It’s an elliptical-shaped construction of the protohistoric age, from which the name “cerchiaia” derives (cerchia means circle). This facility was used in the past to control the underlying territory.

On top of Mount Acuto (923 metres) there was also a presidium for the defence of the border between the Etruscan and the Umbrian territory, marked by the course of the river Tiber.

Between the 6th and the 7th century B.C., the peak of the hill became the centre of a mountain sanctuary devoted to a goddess protector of the agricultural and breeding activities and several small votive bronzes that were found during the archaeological excavations were devoted to her.

 

From Umbertide to the Mount Corona

The climb up Mount Corona takes about 4 hours and a half, the itinerary is about 12.5 km long and the difference in height is 690 metres.

Uphill from the Abbey of Montecorona you will begin to climb towards the hermitage; if you go along the ancient path built by monks (today called “Mattonata” for the presence of a pavement) you will see a shrine devoted to the Lady and the view from the estate of St. Savino opens on a wonderful panorama towards the Apennines.

At the crossroad you can decide to reach the Hermitage on the top of Mount Corona and go on then towards the fortified borough of St. Giuliana, of private property.

If you descend towards the valley you will pass by the estate St. Giuliano delle Pignatte, which has a church that preserved a precious ciborium of the 8th century, today in the Abbey of Montecorona, as well as by the Toro estate and, if you walk along the hill of Castiglione dell’Abbate you will return to the point of departure.

Difficulty for both pathways: E

According to the CAI definition it is an itinerary that travels along pathways with a varied terrain (pastures, debris and screes).

It requires a good training for the length of the pathway and for the difference in height, beyond a suitable equipment.

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Two itineraries starting from Umbertide for trekking lovers

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The village of Colfiorito, near Foligno, is located on a plateau immersed in the green of the Apennines between Umbria and le Marche, at about 800 metres above sea level. You can reach it via the SS77 Val di Chienti and when you arrive at the pass of Colfiorito, it becomes immediately obvious what the local industry is. Along the sides of the road, you'll see farmers selling local products: different varieties of legumes and the famous patata rossa (red potato), which is the symbol, par excellence, of the area and to which the festival/fair which has taken place in every August since 1978 is dedicated.

The patata rossa di Colfiorito does not originate from the area but derives from the Dutch variety Désirée and has flourished thanks to the climate of the plateau, the abundance of water, the composition and fertility of the soil as well as the altitude of the land. The red potato has very particular features which distinguish it from the classic white variety: its typical red skin, yellow flesh and its oval, elongated shape.

 

It is particularly popular for making gnocchi thanks to its consistency and is often used in the preparation of frittate and focacce, as an accompaniment to main courses dressed with rosemary, thyme, oregano or parsley, or simply cooked over embers, with the addition of oil and salt. The versatile red potato of Colfiorito is also used in the preparation of the famous fried sweet doughnuts.

Among the local products of the Colfiorito territory we also want to highlight the delicious legumes including the lenticchia di Colfiorito (lentil of Colfiorito), lesser known and smaller than the one from Castelluccio di Norcia, but just as tasty. It is a high-quality product, delicious in stews, as a purée or in soups and it doesn't need to be soaked before cooking.

Other characteristic products from the plateau are spelt, beans, chickpeas, cicerchie (grass peas) and roveja, a legume similar to the pea but of a dark brown, reddish or dark green colour with a flavour similar to the broad bean. Roveja is cultivated in very few plots of land in the territory and boasts a high protein content, is low in fat and contains important minerals like phosphorous and potassium. Its cultivation had been progressively abandoned because of the large amount of manual labour required, but today, it has been rediscovered and valued as a niche product. In this area there are also numerous cheese factories, where you can buy cheeses of the highest quality directly from local producers.

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A territory which is profoundly attached to the traditions and fruits of its land, which boasts a proud tradition of local products: the famous red potato, different varieties of legumes of the highest quality, as well as cheeses and meat with enriched flavours, thanks to the animals grazing on mountain grass.

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To give you an insight into the history of fishing and to allow you to enjoy delicious dishes, we propose a visit which encompasses food and wine as well as culture, along the shores of Lake Trasimeno to discover more about an ingredient which has greatly influenced the traditions of this area: lake fish.

The tradition of fishing in the lake has ancient origins dating back to the first people who lived in the area: the Etruscans. For a long while, fishing was neglected and its tradition almost forgotten, but in recent years, a series of initiatives brought about by local institutions and residents have revived this ancient practice and restored fish to its starring role in local cuisine.

 

To begin, head to San Feliciano, a small town in the Magione district, home to the Museo della Pesca sul Lago Trasimeno: learn more about lake fishing techniques, the history of fishing practices and see the famous \"giacchi\", fishing nets expertly made by hand. The atmosphere of the museum and its location in a typical and peaceful fishing port is part of the attraction. If you are in San Feliciano at the end of July, don't miss the Sagra del Giacchio where you'll be able to enjoy delicious lake fish-based dishes.

Anguilla (Eel), carassio (Crucian carp), carpa (Common carp), latterino (Big-scale sand smelt), luccio (Pike), persico reale (European perch), persico sole (sunfish), pesce gatto (Catfish) and tinca (Tench) are caught every day in the waters of Trasimeno. Head towards Passignano sul Trasimeno, to Tuoro or to Castiglione del Lago: many restaurants have stunning lake views and you'll be able to savour delicious dishes, enjoying the unique and special flavour of fish. Try carpa regina in porchetta or the traditional tegamaccio, a fish soup, which takes its name from the terracotta tegame (pot) in which it is cooked. Another succulent dish is brustico: the unscaled fish are roasted on embers made from reeds from the lake and are then fileted and dressed with local olive oil and lemon. Alternatively, perch has a much more delicate flavour and can be enjoyed fried or in a pasta sauce.

The Festa della Padella in Passignano sul Trasimeno (which usually takes place at the end of August) and the Sagra del Pesce del Trasimeno in Borghetto di Tuoro, in June are very popular events, where you can enjoy wonderful local cuisine.

To accompany the fish-based dishes, you have a vast choice of wines: those identified by the \"Colli del Trasimeno\" or \"Trasimeno DOC\" appellation are among some of the best-known and important of the region.

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Fish from Lake Trasimeno is connected to an ancient tradition, rediscovered in recent years: we suggest an excursion which will give you an insight into the history of fishing and fishing techniques as well as allow you to enjoy delicious lake-fish based dishes. 

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Do you know that Umbria is the first Italian region that obtained the recognition of the PDO for the Extra virgin olive oil throughout the region?

The Umbria PDO designation is accompanied by five geographical references: so here we have an itinerary among gastronomy and culture, from Magione to Passignano, to discover one of these geographical references, the one of Trasimeno Hills.

 

The Trasimeno Hills’ PDO

The olive production area includes the territories of Perugia, Piegaro, Paciano, Panicale, Castiglione del Lago, Magione, Tuoro sul Trasimneo, Passignano sul Trasimeno, Lisciano Niccone, Umbertide, Città di Castello, Monte Santa Maria Tiberina, Corciano, Citerna, San Giustino, Montone e Pietralunga.

It’s an extra virgin olive oil derived from the following olive tree varieties: Moraiolo and Dolce Agogia (no less than 15%); Frantoio and Leccino (jointly no less than 65%) and possibly other varieties up to a maximum limit of 20%. Thanks to its colour that flows from green to golden yellow, to its fruity taste with a slight bitter and spicy taste, it would be ideal on freshwater fish carpaccio, roasted fine fishes and vegetable soups.

The period between October and November is for sure the best one to get to know closely the oil production in Umbria, especially on the occasion of Open Oil Mills that will enable you to take part in tastings, walks and olive harvest, in order to celebrate the arrival of the new Extra virgin olive oil, together with the other food and wine excellencies of the Italian Green Heart. More specifically, “Olivagando” takes place in Magione each year, whereas Passignano hosts “OIiamo”: both initiatives are an excellent occasion to discover better the extra virgin olive oil of the Trasimeno (we recommend you to check the programme of Open Oil Mills to verify the dates).

A dozen or so of oil mills are located in the Trasimeno areas. If you want to take advantage of the event to visit them, simply check which oil mills are joining the initiative.

 

The itinerary

The following itinerary starts from Magione, nevertheless with a unique integrated ticket you can start from any Umbria spot and thanks to the integrated travel document you will be able to travel on all local transport services (bus/train/boat, minimetrò, funicular) without extra costs.

Leave in the morning, so to enjoy the whole day with calm and without missing anything that these splendid areas offer.

Our itinerary starts from Magione, a village dominated by the majestic castle of the Malta Knights standing on the hills of the Trasimeno eastern shore.

The castle of Malta Knights is precisely the most representative building of the town and consequently you can not miss a visit to it: it is located within the town of Magione and today it is perfectly integrated in its urban centre.

Always in the village we recommend you not to miss the Church of St. John Baptist, with an imposing façade enriched by the cycle of frescoes of Gerardo Dottori; the church of Our Lady of the Graces that preserves “The Virgin enthroned with the Child” (1371), a painting attributed to Andrea di Giovanni from Orvieto; and the Lombardi Tower, executed between the 12th and the 13th century by the Jerusalem Knights as defensive system.

You will arrive thus at lunch time and you should enjoy a break in one of the local restaurants, where we recommend you to choose one of the dishes that will give you the opportunity to taste the raw oil in combination with one of the typical products of the lake, such as the fagiolina (a little bean) of the Trasimeno.

At this stage leave again and travel towards Passignano: just take the regional train that runs every hour and that in few minutes will lead to your destination (here you find the timetables).

Once reached Passignano that stands on a small promontory made up of the last foothills running along the northern shore of the Lake Trasimeno, you will find yourself in a village that combines perfectly nature, history, art and folklore.

The Medieval Fortress rises in the highest point of the village and houses the Boats’ Museum, that we recommend you to visit.

Among the buildings of artistic value we remind you to visit the Church of St. Cristoforo, the 15th century Church of St. Rocco, the Church of St. Bernardino and the Oratory of San Rocco.

Before leaving again, enjoy an aperitif along the lake and maybe you could taste a good glass of DOC wine coming from the Trasimeno hills: the colours of sunset will leave you breathless.

In order to return to Magione it will be sufficient to catch the train you took at the departure.

You can enrich the itinerary we proposed with:

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An itinerary among gastronomy and culture, from Magione to Passignano, to discover the PDO Trasimeno Hills.

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Lungo il tracciato si incontrano, in sequenza, la meravigliosa Abbazia di San Cassiano del secolo X, dove il tempo sembra essersi fermato, l’antico Santuario della Madonna del Ponte, luogo frequentato dai pellegrini sin dall’antichità e, in località La Cerqua, il Santuario di Santa Maria della Quercia. Il cammino raggiunge, infine, San Gemini, incantevole borgo medioevale ricco di storia che diede i natali a San Pietro, protomartire francescano. La tappa termina nella Chiesa di San Francesco.

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La tappa si sviluppa interamente nella splendida campagna fra Narni e San Gemini.

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A route that takes place in the midst of nature, demanding in the first part for the presence of the continuous ups and downs between the hills and for the strong ascent to the pass that leads to Calvi dell’Umbria. The stage continues to Aguzzo, the village of Sant'Accursio, Franciscan protomartyr. Along the way you will find the Hermitage of Sant'Urbano (Sacro Speco) where St. Francis stayed until you reach Calvi dell'Umbria, the village of San Berardo that preserves a monumental sixteenth century terracotta crib, unique in Umbria. The stage ends at the Church of Santa Maria Assunta.

 

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From the Convent of San Francesco in Stroncone to the Church of Santa Maria Assunta in Calvi dell'Umbria.

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Cammino in pianura, ma reso difficile sia dalla lunghezza del percorso sia dai numerosi saliscendi che si susseguono fra le colline. Si inizia con la Chiesa di San Michele Arcangelo, antica abbazia benedettina a Schifanoia, per poi proseguire con Santa Pudenziana, chiesa di origine romana, e la Chiesa di Sant’Angelo in Massa, in origine abbazia benedettina, per finire con la imponente Rocca del Cardinale Albornoz. Narni, terra di Sant’Adiuto, è città medioevale dal ricchissimo patrimonio storico, artistico e culturale, nota per la stupenda cattedrale e celebre per la Corsa all’Anello. La tappa si conclude alla Chiesa di San Francesco, datata al XIII secolo.

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Questa è la tappa più ricca di luoghi da visitare di tutto il cammino.

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Located in the green hills where Umbria and Tuscany meet, between the Aral and the Amiata mountains, rises the beautiful town of Città della Pieve. It is a unique place, with a very particular architecture and an urban pattern distancing itself from the typical Umbrian features: in 1188 Castel del Pieve was declared a free district, so emancipating from Perugia. Its inhabitants created an urban structure that proves the presence of knights, with wide streets, whilst the closest more narrow and fragmented streets show the presence of citizens who walked along the streets.

 

We propose that you visit this town through a tour covering its alleys and crossing the heart of its historical center, to discover its spectacular view and evocative streets.

 

When you arrive in Città della Pieve, follow the blue signs leading to a labyrinth of evocative places of the memory and spaces representing the meeting points for the Città della Pieve inhabitants. Leave from Via delle Scuole Pie, on the northeastern side of the historical center, its name deriving from the Orca Palace that until the unification of Italy was the seat of Scuole Pie (Pius Schools). Right after Giacomo Matteotti Square, along the central road leading to Plebiscite Square, walk through Via Borgo di Giano. You will recognize it from the high tower located here. Pass through the Via delle Nottole alley, where were ancient workshops produced barrels. A little further on you will find Via Roma, the ancient Via del Vecciano that is the old gate of the early urban center. Then pass through via Manni, former via Lombardia, one of the most ancient roads of Città della Pieve: the Lombard master artisans devoted to working with clay lived here. Amongst the alleys, you don't miss seeing two beautiful squares: Antonio Gramsci square, the ancient square of the oven, and piazza Plebiscito, Città della Pieve's main square, where the façade of the Cathedral of Saint Gervasio and Protasio can be admired.

The path will then lead you to via Fiorenzuola, the Florence merchants' street, passing through Piazza di Spagna and Piazza XIX Giugno, formerly Piazza Mercato, and then leading you along two very particular streets. The first one is via del Barbacane that owes its name to the defensive supports of the overlooking medieval walls. The second street recommend seeing is Via Baciadonne (\"Kiss-women street\") that is just past the Oratory of Santa Maria dei Bianchi, where The Adoration of the Three Wise Men by Perugino is preserved. Biaciadonne alley is considered one of the narrowest ones in Italy and probably owes its origins to conflicts between separate neighborhoods. After going through the alley, stop and look at the panorama laid out in front of you: on the left is Umbria and the Terni province, on the right is Tuscany and the Chiusi area.

When you walk through the town's alleys you should stop to taste one of Umbria's most precious agricultural products: the saffron of Città della Pieve.

 

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We propose you follow a path in the heart of Città della Pieve, an itinerary across evocative and small alleys as well as across majestic streets, once covered by knights. 

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Stages Chiusi Scalo - Fabro Scalo; Fabro Scalo- Orvieto;
Distance Stage 1: 20,2 km | Stage 2: 26,3 km
Difference in level Stage 1: +100m; -100m | Stage 2: +450m; -600m
Difficulty Stage 1: easy | Stage 2: easy-medium
Road Surface Stage 1: asphalt 6,2 km (30%); dirt road 14 km (70%) | Stage 2: asphalt 26,3 km (100%)
Bike recommended Stage 1: hybrid, mtb | Stage 2: road bike, hybrid, mtb
To visit in the area Chiusi, Città della Pieve, Monteleone di Orvieto, Fabro, Ficulle, Orvieto

 

INTERMODALITY

By car
Highway del Sole (A1), exit “Valdichiana” for those coming from the North,  exit “Fabro” and “Chiusi-Chianciano Terme” for those coming from the South E 45, exit “Perugia”, direction Trasimeno Lake, passing through Highway Connection 6 Bettolle-Perugia/Highway Connection A1 Perugia and SR599.

By train
Direction Milano-Firenze-Roma and Direction Ancona-Foligno-Firenze: Train Station Chiusi-Chianciano Terme.  

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The Umbrian section of the \"Sole\" Bike Lane is not very long and it does not have very challenging sections but it represents a good test for those who want to engage some paths not entirely flat. 

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Let’s discover Solomeo and its incredible history: the small medieval village in the Municipality of Corciano, in the province of Perugia, it became a concrete dream of the Umbrian businessman Brunello Cucinelli, known in all over the world as “the king of cashmere”, which took him back to its former glory. Today this village, with its castle and its narrow streets covered by tiled bricks, is a green island dedicated to the culture, art, tradition, history and beauty.

 

The village of soul 

Solomeo’s trip starting from Piazza della Pace and from Foro delle Arti, built by Umbrian master craftsmen inspired by British artists William Morris and John Ruskin.
The Brunello Cucinelli Theatre is the central monument of the complex whose figure resumes the Farnese of Parma and the ancient theatre of Sabbioneta. It can accommodate over 200 places including those ones in the stands of the cavea below the gallery.
Attached to the structure you find the “Giardino dei Filosofi” (Garden of Philosophers), a set of terraces on the hilly landscape, excellent for meditation, the Gymnasium, the Amphitheatre and the New Humanistic Academy, born to promote “the treatment of the human value”, which contains the Aurelian New Humanistic Library, place of cultural meetings dedicated to the study of philosophic, historic, literary and artistic topics, and full of ancient and modern books.

This village also contains the School of Arts and Crafts, created with the will to convey to the new generations the value of the craftsmanship heritage and of the manual creativity. This School offers its students classes of female Pattern Making and Tailoring, of male Cutting and Tailoring, of Mending and Stitching, of Horticulture and Gardening and of Wall Arts.

There’s also the parish church of San Bartolomeo, founded in XII century, rebuilt in ‘700 and at the end expanded in’800. Inside you find a precious organ of the eighteenth-century.

The town is surrounded by a green belt of 100 hectares divided in several sections: it’s the so-called “lovely suburb” in the process of transformation recovering a part of the ground already occupied by old disused factories in favour of trees and orchards. Meadows now look like paintings among hills and recall Umbrian medieval and renaissance landscapes of the Perugino’s and Piero Della Francesca’s pictures.
Here the industrial park, the laic oratory where you can take up creative energies and unzip stress, the farm park dotted with vineyards. Can’t miss the crusher and the cellar with the statue of Bacco, situated at the entrance and visible from all directions and from Solomeo, which symbolizes the Greek origin of the good relationship between man and landscape.
In the end the park of dignity, where the central element is represented by a monument of five arches in which stands out the slogan “Tributo alla dignità dell’uomo” (Tribute to the human dignity).

 

Information
The visit to Solomeo is free, but if you want to enjoy the structures and their inside and to know their history you have to book a guided tour to Fondazione Brunello e Federica Cucinelli, phone +39 075.697071.

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Let’s discover Solomeo and its incredible history: the small medieval village in the Municipality of Corciano, in the province of Perugia, it became a concrete dream of the Umbrian businessman Brunello Cucinelli, known in all over the world as “the king of cashmere”, which took him back to its former glory. Today this village, with its castle and its narrow streets covered by tiled bricks, is a green island dedicated to the culture, art, tradition, history and beauty.

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A hilly territory rich in woods that extends from Città della Pieve to Paciano, Panicale and Piegaro, an ideal place for long walks immersed into nature and among medieval villages rich in history, culture as well as food and wine: these were the landscapes from which Pietro Vannucci drew inspiration for his paintings and these were the lands dominated by Ascanio della Corgna, who built palaces that are still majestic today.


\"The paths of Perugino in the lands of the Marquis\" is an itinerary to discover slowly, through beauty, traditions and evidence of past glory: an itinerary of about 100 km, divided into five stages of 20 km each allowing you to penetrate among cultivations, olive groves and vineyards.

Below we briefly indicate the stages, with links for further information.

The route starts from the beautiful and charming Città della Pieve, where Perugino was born, and reaches Panicale, a real terrace on Trasimeno lake and considered one of the most beautiful villages in Italy.

Departure: centre of Città della Pieve
Arrival: historical centre of Panicale
Uphill height difference: 910 metres
Length: 19 Km
Difficulty: Medium

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From Panicale you can admire the beauty of the Trasimeno Lake during your descent, and the wide views over the surrounding countryside, on the border between Umbria and Tuscany, until you get to Fontignano to reach the burial place of the Divine Painter.

Departure: historical centre of Panicale
Arrival: Fontignano centre
Uphill height difference: 880 metres
Length: 21 Km
Difficulty: Medium

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From Fontignano we head towards the agricultural countryside in the direction of the Pietrafitta area. We reach the Abbey of the Seven Friars and continue along a path of ups and downs, alternating between agricultural and forest areas typical of the Valley, until we arrive in the small village of Castiglione Fosco.

Starting point: Fontignano centre
Arrival point: C. Fosco centre
Uphill height difference: 629 metres
Length: 21 km
Difficulty: Medium

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It starts from the characteristic cylindrical tower of Castiglion Fosco, symbol of the village where you can find traces of the ancient castle, located on the hill.
You can reach Montarale at 853 m. above sea level, the summit of the entire path that dominates the lake basin, with wide views over Perugia, Assisi and neighbouring Tuscany.
Then you descend into the valley and climb up to Piegaro.

tarting point: C. Fosco centre
Arrival point: Piegaro centre
Uphill height difference: 1.100 metres
Length: 21 Km
Difficulty: Challenging

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From the centre of Piegaro climb towards Montegabbione and Monteleone di Orvieto.
After admiring some splendid scenery and views of the Valdichiana, you can return to the historical centre of Città della Pieve.

Starting point: Piegaro centre
Arrival point: Città della Pieve
Uphill height difference: 615 metres
Length: 21 Km
Difficulty: Medium

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Tappa impegnativa per via dei continui saliscendi sulle colline ternane. Il cammino di sviluppa in mezzo alla natura. Nella Chiesa di Santa Maria della Pace potete ammirare l’imponente ciclo pittorico sui Protomartiri Francescani dell’artista Stefano di Stasio. Lungo il cammino si possono visitare i resti dell’antica Abbazia Benedettina di San Benedetto in Fundis e il Monastero di San Simeone fino a raggiungere Stroncone, città natale di Sant'Ottone, uno dei borghi medioevali più belli dell'Umbria. La tappa si conclude al Convento di San Francesco del XIII secolo.

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In cammino sulle colline ternane. Dalla Chiesa di Santa Maria della Pace a Terni al Convento di San Francesco a Stroncone.

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Lungo il cammino si incontra il Santuario di Santa Maria dell’Oro, ove sorgeva l’antico convento francescano costruito per volontà di San Bernardino da Siena. Il percorso termina alla Chiesa di Sant’Antonio di Padova – Santuario Antoniano dei Protomartiri – meta del pellegrinaggio al cui interno sono riposte le reliquie dei Santi. Tele di Piero Casentini ornano l’altare della chiesa.

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Tappa conclusiva del Cammino dei Protomartiri Francescani, che si svolge in prevalenza su strade asfaltate.

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Percorso impegnativo per via della forte ascesa all’ Eremo di Portaria, detto anche la Romita di Cesi, e per la successiva discesa a Cesi. Lungo il percorso potrete visitare lo splendido sito archeologico di Carsulae. Si raggiunge la Romita di Cesi, antico eremo francescano immerso nel silenzio dei boschi. Il Convento fu fondato nel 1213 da San Francesco, che qui si ritirava in preghiera. La Tradizione vuole che qui Francesco abbia composto la Exhortatio ad Laudem Dei, considerata un primo abbozzo per il Cantico di frate Sole. Possibilità di accoglienza. Il cammino raggiunge Cesi, borgo ricco di storia che si affaccia sulla conca ternana. La tappa si conclude alla Chiesa di Santa Maria Assunta.

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Percorso impegnativo che si sviluppa su sentieri di montagna.

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Berardo, Ottone, Peter, Accursio and Adiuto are the names of the Franciscan Proto-Martyr-saints, the first martyrs of the order, killed in Morocco in 1220, for their profound and unconditional faith in Christ.

 

We propose a walking route starting from Terni and crossing Stroncone, Aguzzo, Calvi dell'Umbria, Narni and San Gemini, native cities of the Proto-Martyr-saints, and ending in the Saint Antony Sanctuary of the Franciscan Proto-Martyrs in Terni, following a path along the places where Saint Francis preached the Gospel.

 

The path is divided in six stages, but you can even create intermediate ones for an easier walk or to deepen the knowledge of some places.

The first stage goes from Terni to Stroncone: the path is throug nature, along Terni's hills. In the church of Saint Mary of Peace, you can stop to look at the painting ensemble by Stefano di Stasio dedicated to the Franciscan Proto-Martyrs. Along your path, you can glimpse the remains of the ancient abbey of Saint Benedict in Fundis and the Saint Simeon Monastery today used by the religious community of the Ricostruttori nella Preghiera (Rebuilders in Prayer). The path ends in the Convent of Saint Francis in Stroncone, the village where Saint Ottone was born.

The second stage of the path goes from Stroncone until Calvi dell'Umbria. Even this part of the road takes place entirely in the nature. You will pass through Aguzzo, the town of Saint Accursio and the Hermitage of Saint Urban, where Saint Francis stayed for a long time and where he transformed water into wine. You will find yourself in Calvi dell'Umbria, the town of Saint Berard: here you can admire a monumental nativity scene made of the sixteenth century terracotta, unique in its kind in Umbria. You will end the path in the Church of Saint Mary Assunta.

The third stage of the walk leads to Narni: it's the longest stage of the route, but also the richest of places to visit. It starts with the Saint Michael Archangel church, an ancient Benedictine abbey in Schifanoia and then to Saint Pudenziana, church of Roman origin, and Saint Angel Castle in Massa, originally a Benedictine abbey, and finally a visit to the majestic Albornoz fortress in Narni, city where Saint Adiuto was born. The path finishes in Narni in the Saint Francis church.

The fourth stage takes place in the beautiful countryside connecting Narni and San Gemini: first, visit the 10th century Saint Cassiano abbey and the sanctuary of the Madonna del Ponte, a place visited by pilgrims since antiquity as was the Sanctuary of Saint Mary of the Oak. You'll continue to San Gemini, the village where the Proto-martyr Saint Peter was born, where you'll end the stage in the Church of Saint Francis.

Start again from San Gemini and head towards Cesi, along mountain paths. Visit along the road the Carsulae archeological site. At the end of the stage, you will reach the Romita di Cesi hermitage, where a Friar Minor, supported by a group of volunteers, restored the ancient splendor of a beautiful Franciscan convent, where the Poor Man of Assisi composed the first version of the Canticle of the Creatures.

The last stage starts from the Church of Santa Maria Assunta in Cesi and returns you to the starting point: Terni. This part takes place almost entirely along a paved path; along the way, visit the Sanctuary of Santa Maria dell'Oro, ste of an ancient Franciscan convent, built on orders of San Bernardino da Siena. The path of Franciscan Proto-Martyrs ends in a symbolic place: the Church of Saint Antony of Padua, which holds relics of the Franciscan Martyr-saints.

For further information:

http://www.camminoprotomartiri.it/

 

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A spiritual and cultural itinerary in the native places of the Franciscan Proto-Martyr-saints as well as in the places loved by Saint Francis, amongst hermitages and abbeys immersed in the green and in the silence of Terni's beautiful hills. 

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Departure: Collestrada – Enpa Resort (connection Bike Lane of the Tiber) │ Arrival: intersection Via Francesca and Mattonata (connection Bike Lane Assisi –Spoleto) │ Distance: 12,8 km │ Difference in level: +80m; -30m │ Difficulty: easy │ Road surface: asphalt 10 km (79,1%) dirt road 2,8 km (21,9%) │ Bike recommended: hybrid, mtb │ What to visit in the area: Perugia, Collestrada, Bastia Umbra, Santa Maria degli Angeli, Assisi. 

The bike lane connection among Perugia and Assisi does connect the bike lane of the Tiber (which from Città di Castello, with a stop in Umbertide, it does arrive to Ponte San Giovanni in Perugia) with the bike lane Assisi –Spoleto (passing through Bevagna). This will allow you to walk an itinerary of about 200 km from North to South of Umbria, across several regional bike lanes, starting from San Giustino, passing through Ponte San Giovanni, Assisi, Spoleto, Sant’Anatolia di Narco, up to the Marmore Waterfalls.

This connection is spread over a low traffic viability, especially through rural areas. You can reach Assisi enjoying its view for the most part of the trip.From Collestrada until the end you can travel it by every kind of bike (except racing bike).The first stretch, indeed, is earthy and it could be muddy in the flat part, furthermore it is pretty rough along its short uphill which leads to the first buildings of Collestrada, for which it is practicable just by mountain bike and fat bike.

 

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INTERMODALITY
To reach Perugia:
By train:
Line Milano – Firenze – Roma Line Ancona – Foligno – Firenze: Railway Station of Foligno and then a connection with regional train to Perugia.

By car:
For those coming from the North:: 

For those coming from the South:

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A short stretch to be covered in complete peace, which connects Perugia to Assisi. A way to pass through all Umbrian wonders by bike, from North so South, among different bike lanes.

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Its origins are Asian, but in Italy, and especially in the central regions of Italy like Umbria, it is cultivated with care. It is a spice which enriches dishes with an aromatic note which is both full-flavoured and refined: we are talking about saffron, one of the highlights of Umbria's wine and food for food lovers.
 

There are four areas in Umbria which are famous for saffron production: Cascia, Città della Pieve, as well as Gubbio and Spoleto.

Saffron production in Città della Pieve has its origins in the 13th century: the first evidence dates back to 1279, when in the Statute of Perugia prohibited the planting of crocus bulbs by outsiders within the contado (surroundings) of Città della Pieve. Today the consortium \"Il croco di Pietro Perugino – Zafferano di Città della Pieve\" is made up of 30 saffron growers and their product is sold exclusively in threads to guarantee its authenticity. (For information about the associated growers of the consortium click here).

Instead in Cascia, saffron production was re-introduced in 1999. In 2003, the \"Associazione dello Zafferano di Cascia – Zafferano purissimo dell'Umbria\" was established, with about 23 member producers and involves the entire Valnerina area. Every year on the 25th November, the product floor price is fixed, on occasion of the feast day of Saint Catherine of Alexandria, following an ancient medieval tradition. (For more information click here). If you are in Cascia at the end of October, don't miss the chance to visit the Mostra Mercato dello Zafferano (Saffron Exhibition Market) in Cascia.

Sixteen producers in the Spoleto area joined together to create the \"Zafferano del Ducato\" Association which promotes the consumption of \"red gold\" with events, food festivals and exhibition markets in Italy and abroad. Look out for the delicious dish maltagliati allo zafferano con ceci (Saffron maltagliati pasta with chickpeas) in one of the many restaurants in Spoleto. (For information click here)

Instead, the Associazione Zafferano of Gubbio, was set up by a group of young people wishing to bring back and promote the production of this ancient spice, whose plant grows wild in the territory of Gubbio. (For information about the producers click here). In Gubbio, try Coniglio allo Zafferano (Rabbit with saffron), quite a sharply flavoured dish, that is sweetened by the delicacy of the white meat.

 

If you want to know more about saffron growing and harvesting methods and sample saffron-based products, contact the consortiums which will know how to advise you about organised guided visits and tastings.

In the \"Saffron cities\" it is also possible to purchase pure saffron and saffron-based products in the many small shops selling typical local products.

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Saffron: a precious spice with numerous organoleptic properties.  It is one of Umbria's most important local trades which involves the territories of Città della Pieve, Cascia, Gubbio and Spoleto.

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Departure: Chiusi │ Arrival: Passignano sul Trasimeno │ Distance: 16,9 km │ Difference in level: +30m; -20m │Difficulty: easy │ Road surface: asphalt 10,4 km (61,9%); dirt road 6,4 km (38,1%) │ Bike recommended: hybrid, mtb │ What to visit in the area: Chiusi, Castiglione del Lago, Paciano, Panicale.

This connection is spread over ordinary roads of low and medium traffic intensity, it allows to connect with a small flat path the Bike Lane of the Sun from Chiusi Scalo to the Bike Lane of the Trasimeno. Near “Muffa”, you can follow two panoramic paths:
- one that is grafted into debike lane at Sant’Arcangelo sul Trasimeno;
- the path to the railway station of Terontola, from which you can easy reach the bike lane of the Trasimeno.

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Panoramic path towards Sant’Arcangelo sul Trasimeno

Departure: Cycleconnection Chiusi – Trasimeno near Muffa │ Arrival: Graft bike lane of the Trasimeno at Sant’Arcangelo│ Distance: 12km │ Difference in level: +150m; -150m │ Difficulty: easy │ Road surface: asphalt 5,75 km (47,9%); dirt road 6,25 km (52,1%) │ Bike recommended: hybrid, mtb │ What to visit in the area: Paciano, Panicale, Sant’Arcangelo sul Trasimeno.

An itinerary slightly more challenging will let you reach the district of Sant’Arcangelo sul Trasimeno and its hills, from which you can admire in all its beauty the Lake landscape. If you want to have a break in this village you must visit the same name Abbey or “Badia”, as it is called by local residents, whose origins are very old (its presence is documented since 1115). You also have to see the Colombaia tower and the San Giovanni ai Baldami Chapel. Very interesting is the Church of “Santa Maria di Ancaelle”, a small church of the 13thcentury, within which you can admire a precious table representing the “Virgin holding her Son” of the 13thcentury, and you can see some paintings attributed to Giovanni Battista Caporali, of the 12thcentury.

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Panoramic path towards Terontola

Departure: Cycle connection Chiusi – Trasimeno near Muffa │ Arrival: Graft bike lane of the Trasimeno at Borghetto │ Distance: 34km │ Difference in level: +200m; -200m │ Difficulty: medium-easy │ Road surface: asphalt 32,1 km (94,4%); dirt road 1,9km (5,6%) │ Bike recommended: hybrid, mtb │ What to visit in the area: Castiglione del Lago.

If you want to reach Terontola by going through the panoramic hills overlooking the west side of the lake, you have to follow the itinerary described from Chiusi but, once near the overpass at Muffa, you have to carry straight on until Sanfatucchio and then continue towards Gioiella. Later on the Provincial Road 301, which winds among the hills, until the village of Pozzuolo, of late medieval origin, taking part of the district of Castiglione del Lago, where you have to visit the wonderful Church of Saints Pietro and Paolo, an old parish church dating back to 12thcentury, rebuilt in 1743 with its bell tower of 30 meters high, in which Margherita da Cortona received baptism. After crossing the small village, follow the indication for Piana and then for Petrignano del Lago and Ferretto.This road winds among the hills, with fantastic views, stepping over the Oak of Repentance remains, linked to the Santa Margherita da Cortona affair.

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INTERMODALITY

By car
Highway del Sole (A1), Exit “Valdichiana” for those coming from the North, Exit “Fabro” and “Chiusi – Chianciano Terme” for those coming from the South;
E45, Exit “Perugia”, direction Lago Trasimeno.

By train
Line Milano – Firenze – Roma: Railway Stations of Castiglione del Lago, Chiusi – Chianciano Terme or Terontola; Line Ancona – Foligno – Firenze: Railway Stations of Magione, Passignano sul Trasimeno or Tuoro sul Trasimeno.

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An itinerary suitable to all bike lovers, also to beginnerswho want to engage in a not very challenging walk.

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Distance 29,9 km
Difference in level +180m; -200m
Difficulty easy
Road surface asphalt19,2 km (66%); dirt 10,7 km (34%)
Reccomended bike hybrid, mtb
To visit in the area Perugia, Monte Sperello, Magione, San Savino.

 

The Perugia – Trasimeno, although this is designed to be an essential route linking among the bike lanes which persist in several Umbrian areas, it deserves to be travelled.

It launches the biker from the start into a new “green” Perugia, also for those who think to know it, and then to enter into some delightful countryside close to the Trasimeno Mountains, up to the Lake which suddenly turns out, by which time you get its banks.

This itinerary is starting from the Regional capital town, Perugia, a city of art among the most dynamic of Italy, with its medieval and Renaissance–era buildings, its museums, its impressive churches anditswonderful squares, a combination of modernity and tradition which guards with jealousy several ancient civilizations remains that have outlined its urban plan and its cultural identity.

Going through some green areas of the town, this path continues toward Trasimeno along mostly asphalted roads, alternating with several dirt road sections of slight difficulty and with little traffic, except for several crossings on busy roads and then to rejoin at the end of the Trasimeno bike lane.

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By car
Highway del Sole (A1), Exit “Valdichiana” for those coming from the North, Exit “Orte” for those coming from the South.

Highway A14, from North exit “Cesena” and then follow the Freeway E45, from South exit “Civitanova Marche” to merge onto E80

By train
Line Milano – Firenze – Roma or Line Ancona – Foligno - Firenze: Railway Station of Foligno then you will find a connection by regional train to Perugia.

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An easy itinerary that starts from an unusual “Perugia Green” by following through the delightful countryside close to the Trasimeno Mountains, up to the Lake that suddenly turns out.

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Pietro Vannucci, also known as Perugino, the \"Divine Painter\", was born in Città della Pieve in 1446. And right here in his hometown, some of his beautiful paintings are preserved.

 

We suggest that you discover them in a tour of the village and its surroundings that will take you to places that will make your jaw drop.

 

The most striking artwork byPerugino in Città della Pieve is the Adoration of the Magi, on a wall in the Oratory of Bianchi, in via Pietro Vannucci. The oratory, jointly owned by the municipality and by the Brotherhood of Bianchi, only allows visitors in one room, the one containing the imposing painting by Perugino. The work, in fresco, measures seven metres wide by six and a half metres high and dates back to 1504.

Viewers are amazed by its size, its extremely realistic colours, its perfect perspective games and especially by the sweetness that typifies the faces painted by Perugino. In this fresco, the story of the adoration is set in a vast landscape, an ideal representation of the view that stretches from Città della Pieve to Lake Trasimeno and Val di Chiana. Here the elegant figures recall Hellenic postures.

This is one of Perugino's last artworks, in fact he was already watching one of his pupils, carefully and with deep respect: Raphael.

Now go to the central square and enter the cathedral: the beautiful cathedral of St. Gervasio and Protasio. The church has pre-Romanesque origins and offers the view of numerous artworks: the Madonna and Child by Domenico Alfani, the Virgin Enthroned by Salvio Salvini and many others. But stop to observe the two paintings by Perugino.

The first one is located on the left, at the entrance: it is The Baptism of Christ of 1510. Here, too, the perspective used by the Divine Painter is perfect and the two figures, representing St. John and Jesus Christ, are in a pose that recalls the statues of Ancient Greece. In the apse is another painting by Pietro Vannucci: a panel representing the Madonna in Glory between the patron saints Gervasio and Protasio, signed and dated 1514.

The family home of Pietro Vannucci, now remembered with a plaque, used to be located between the Piazza del Duomo and the present Via Vittorio Veneto. The house has been now replaced by a structure that preserves nothing of the old house. However, we invite you to stop here and observe the plaque.

As the last stop of your journey, head to the Church of Santa Maria dei Servi, just outside the walls. The Church, open only upon reservation and for guided tours, now houses the Diocesan Civic Museum and is the home of another important painting by Perugino. Although the painting is only partially visible, you can’t but notice its distinctive hand: it is the Deposition of the Cross of 1517, the most important artwork of the master's old age (the painting, hidden by a cavity, was discovered in 1834).

 

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Città della Pieve is the town where Pietro Vannucci, known as Perugino, was born.

We offer you an itinerary to discover this Umbrian town and see some of the most important paintings by the Divine Painter.

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Distance 57,2 km
Difference in level +100m; -100m
Difficulty medium
Road surface asphalt 24,1 km (42%); dirt road 33,1 km(58%)
Bike recommended hybrid, mtb
To visit in the area Passignano sul Trasimeno, Monte del Lago, San Feliciano, Oasi la Valle, Sant'Arcangelo, Castiglione del Lago, Tuoro sul Trasimeno, Isole Polvese and Maggiore.

 

This path unfolds along the Lake Trasimeno perimeter, along its banks up to head inland and to the border lane of the same name Regional Park. Each turn gives you the mutable show of lake waters, reedbeds, islands and its rich livestock.

This journey, in its entirety, cab be followed just by mountain bike, fat bike or by stronger touring bike. During rainy periods, just with mountain and fat bike. However there are some stretches of asphalt passable by every kind of bike.

With the exception of the section Anguillara – Castiglione del Lago, which is spread over a very busy road and over regional and provincial roads, the asphalted road surfaces you can find it on secondary roads not very busy.

Starting from the Train Station of Passignano sul Trasimeno, a wonderful village on the shores of the lake, a mix of nature, history, art and folklore, this ring route alternates some asphalted sections and dirt road sections, allowing you to find some typical villages like Torricella, San Feliciano (with its typical port) and Sant’Arcangelo (districts of Magione), Mirabella (district of Panicale) up to Castiglione del Lago, in origin the fourth island of the Trasimeno Lake, today among the Most beautiful villages of Italy.

From here the path is continuing along the Lakeside and on a dirt road which, in about 2 km, turns into a pleasant pedestrian and cycle route on gravel and pressed road, with several footpath bridges and picnic areas. The reeds landscape and the wild bird that you will meet here, they deserve several stops which allow you to admire the wonderful lake view.

The path is going back to the road after 5 km to reach the small village of Borghetto and then continuing towards Tuoro sul Trasimeno, a medieval village overlooking the shores of the lake, location of the Trasimeno Battle, occurred on June 24th 217 B.C., in which the Carthaginian army of Hannibal defeated the Roman army.

The itinerary goes back to coast along the railway up to the village of Passignano.
If you came here by train you can reach the forecourt of the small railway station, while if you wish to reach the Lakeside or the ferry terminal,  you can take the latest pedestrian itinerary which will pleasantly lead you to the destination.

For those who want to split the journey in two days, they can coordinate their return with the ferry boat direction Passignano – Castiglione del Lago. You can carry your bikes on the ferryboat without problems.

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By car
Highway del Sole (A1), exit “Valdichiana” for those coming from the North, exit “Fabro” and “Chiusi – Chianciano Terme” for those coming from the South.
E45, exit “Perugia”, direction Trasimeno Lake.

By train
Line Milano – Firenze – Roma: Railway Stations of Castiglione del Lago, Chiusi – Chianciano Terme or Terontola.
Line Ancona – Foligno – Firenze: Railway Stations of Magione, Passignano sul Trasimeno or Tuoro sul Trasimeno.

Opening hours of ferry services on Trasimeno Lake

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A ring route which runs along the lake giving unforgettable views and beautiful natural landscapes.

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Partenza: Castiglione del Lago | Arrivo: Castiglione del Lago | Distanza: 34 km | Dislivello: 400 m. | Difficoltà: facile | Fondo: asfalto | Bici consigliata: strada, ibrida, mtb, e-bike | Da vedere in zona: Castiglione, Lago Trasimeno.

Il percorso non presenta asperità di rilievo e per questo può essere considerato facile, anche se è caratterizzato da una lunga serie di saliscendi nella parte centrale, quella che offre anche gli scorci naturalistici più belli.

Il chilometraggio totale è di 34 chilometri, con un dislivello di 400 metri. La prima parte del percorso sale leggermente fino a Casamaggiore, da dove affronti una serie di saliscendi che conducono a Gioiella, Vaiano e Villastrada, percorrendo la Strada del Vino dei Colli del Trasimeno.

Questo tratto, completamente privo di traffico, si snoda tra vigneti e prati verdi, e offre bellissimi panorami sul Lago Trasimeno, il Lago di Chiusi e la campagna Toscana.

Le strade sono quasi tutte a basso traffico veicolare, ad esclusione dei due chilometri di SS71 che si percorrono poco prima di tornare a Castiglione del Lago, quindi adatte anche ai principianti.

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L'itinerario parte dagli impianti sportivi di Castiglione del Lago, posti lungo il Lago Trasimeno, e si sviluppa sulle verdi colline che dividono Umbria e Toscana

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The trail starts in Passignano and continues through the hills above the northern part of lake Trasimeno. It is a favourite with local cyclists for its varied scenery and staggering views. There are no prohibitive climbs or technical parts, but it's 48 kilometres with a 1000 metre altitude difference, making it more suitable for experienced bikers.
The first part is flat along the Trasimeno cyclepath, ideal to warm up and enjoy the atmosphere. After 10 kilometres, you will reach Borghetto, the start of the most difficult and fascinating part of the trail - you will have to face various kilometres uphill to reach Mount Castiglione and then continue on a long stretch across the mountain ridge to the Gosparini Cross, a vantage point that will leave you breathless.

From here, a series of steep ups and downs will test your legs, but the panorama is well worth it, seen that you are in one of the most panoramic spots of the lake Trasimeno area.

The last few kilometres are either flat or downhill, ideal to loosen your muscles and enjoy the views some more.

The route can be taken any time of year, but we highly recommend autumn, when the colours of the woods that surround the lake are truly breathtaking.

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The route takes you through the hills of Lake Trasimeno, offering magnificent views of the lake and surrounding mountains. The trail is 48 kilometres long with a 1000 metre altitude difference, so a good level of training is required.

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Examples of manufacturing excellence in cloth and glass can be found all over Italy but every region maintains a particular feature which makes the local ones unique and distinctive. In this suggested itinerary, we want to help you discover the unique characteristics which distinguish these crafts in Umbria.

We will take you to the heart of Perugia, where in the shadows of the Etruscan walls, some craftsmen and women are keeping these ancient traditions alive.
 

 

Visit the Museo-Laboratorio di Vetrate artistiche Moretti Caselli near Piazza Partigiani and meet one of the oldest families of master glassmakers and glass-painters in Italy. The museum-workshop is located in a fifteenth century residence which once belonged to the aristocratic Baglioni family. Francesco Moretti began working there in 1859 and since then the stained glass making tradition has been handed down through the family, continually enhanced by the studies and talents of each family member. Entering into the workshop take a look at the beautiful enamelled glass works and pay particular attention to the tools, some of which are still in use, that Moretti himself designed and had handcrafted, such as the wood-fired kiln for firing the stained glass, the tools for the manufacturing process and those for smelting lead. (for information about opening times visit the website www.studiomoretticaselli.it)

Leaving the workshop, cross the city centre and head towards the Elce neighbourhood. Walk up via Tiberio Bernardi, a crossing of via Innamorati: in a few minutes you will see the church of San Francesco alle Donne, location of the Museo Atelier \"Giuditta Brozzetti\", famous for the production of hand woven artistic textiles. The history of the atelier goes back to the beginning of the 20th century, when Giuditta Brozzetti started a workshop to produce high quality artistic textiles. Since then it has passed down through four generations. The workshop is one of the few remaining ateliers in Italy that continues to hand-weave on \"Jacquard\" looms.

The museum's location will astonish you: dating back to 1212, it is Perugia's oldest Franciscan church. In 1252, the convent was ceded by the Franciscans to the Benedictine Monks and after this event it took the name of San Francesco alle Donne.

The pieces you will find in the museum are of incomparable beauty and mastery marked by years of work and experience: there are themed textiles inspired by Etruscan fabrics and the \"Tovaglie Perugine\", altar cloths used in medieval churches in central Italy at the end of the 12th century (the \"Tovaglie Perugine\" are depicted in paintings by Pietro Lorenzetti, Giotto, del Ghirlandaio and Leonardo da Vinci). One of the atelier's most important projects was the restoration of a 16th century loom which allowed the recovery of a weaving technique that had been thought lost: the \"Fiamma di Perugia\".

For information: http://www.brozzetti.com/

 

 
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Stained glass making and artistic weaving are two highlights of local craftsmanship in Perugia. Discover two of the museum-workshops known throughout Italy for their ancient traditions as well as for their unique and sought-after products. 

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The \"Camera degli Apostoli\"

To attend the ritual, you must enter the room called the \"Camera degli Apostoli\" (Chamber of the Apostles) behind the largest altar: the sick person is held by wooden supports embedded in the wall, while the healer, invoking Saints Peter and Paul, makes the sign of the cross and brushes the body with the hands. This power, under ecclesiastical authority, can also be performed outside of the sanctuary, but only by healers from Cancelli with a patent issued from the bishopric Curia of Foligno.
The documentation is truly impressive and the attestations received about the healings performed are authoritative: the practices, banned by the Council of Trent, were severely prohibited in 1586 by the Bishop of Foligno Marco Antonio Bizzoni, but he removed the prohibition when he himself was stricken with sciatica and needed the help of the Cancelli to be healed.

 

Il santurario della guarigione della sciatica

The Church of Holy Apostles Peter and Paul owes its foundation to the fame received from the healing of sciatica, which the firstborn sons of the Cancelli family performed in a small room in their home town. In the middle of the 17 th century, the flow of pilgrims was such that a church in the form of an oratory had to be built.
The building soon became insufficient to hold the faithful, and it was necessary to construct a massive sanctuary because a large part of the population heard Mass outside of the oratory, as stated in the foundation document of June 30 th 1744, kept in the bishopric chancellery of Foligno. 

The present sanctuary of Cancelli was built between 1744 and 1765 on behalf of Foligno bishop Mario Antonio Maffei, on a project attributed to the Foligno architect, Filippo Neri. The large altarpiece that represents Saints Peter and Paul is the work of Claude Francois Beaumont, who donated it to the sanctuary.

Of all the Umbrian therapeutic sanctuaries, the one in Cancelli presents the uniqueness of developing in modern times under the pressure of the ecclesiastic hierarchy, on behalf the Cancelli family which has handed down through the centuries, from father to son, the power to \"mark\" whoever suffers from sciatica by the placement of the hands.

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The healing of sciatica is still practiced today in the church of the Holy Apostles Peter and Paul. At the sanctuary of Cancelli the bishopric Curia has issued a patent to \"mark\" the sick. 

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In proximity to the entrance of the natural grotto, there is a cistern-well that is always filled with water that is considered beneficial.

The sanctuary was a destination for pilgrimages on Saint Michael's Day, with visits from the devoted who came to drink and bathe in the grotto's waters for therapeutic purposes. Although the practices of the devoted are still active, the sanctuary is closed during the year: you can visit it by contacting the Federici family in Sant'Eraclio di Foligno.
In the vicinity of Roviglieto, on the slopes of Mount Cologna, there is the therapeutic sanctuary of Sant'Angelo de Gructis, erected in the 11th Century by the Counts of Uppello in a deep and immense natural grotto. 

Between the 13th and 14th centuries it passed by inheritance to the Counts of Turri. In 1870 the sanctuary was acquired by the Federici di Scandolaro family who still possess it today. The place of worship was abandoned, in an unspecified period, by the same inhabitants of Roviglieto, who turned their attention to the sanctuary of Our Lady of Grace in Rasiglia to which the miracle of a baby's resurrection has been attributed.

In 1842, as you can see from the plaque affixed on the church's facade, the random discovery of the grotto, at the time inaccessible due to an obstruction at the entrance, was considered a prodigious find. The event created an immediate return of followers towards this place dedicated to Our Lady of the Grotto or Shelter, after the discovery of an image of Our Lady of Misericordia under the plaster.

The complex consists of a small church, restored in the 19th century, which gives way to a large natural grotto that is accessed by going up a stairway carved into the rock. On the left wall of the cave, which takes on an ellipsoidal shape towards the back, there is an altar that decorates the fresco of Our Lady of Shelter flanked by a wood-carved statue of Saint Michael the Archangel, protected by a little tin roof held up with columns. In an offshoot of the grotto, a dwelling was found that belonged to the hermit who took care of the place after its discovery.

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The therapeutic sanctuary of Our Lady of Shelter is set on the slopes of Mount Cologna; it was built in the 11th Century in a natural grotto. You can only drink the miracle water on Ascension Day, St. Michael's Day and the Feast of the Nativity of Mary

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When you arrive, on the right side of the facade you will see a large rock with an incision and a hole, which the popular story attributes to the imprints left by the Saint's knee, elbow and walking stick.
Though this custom has now almost disappeared, you must kneel down in the same position in order to invoke the intercession for the cure of bone diseases.
According to the legend, the cranial relic of San Paterniano returned many times to the place where the Saint wanted to construct a church, until this wish had been fulfilled. The building, named in the Rationes Decimarum and the Pelosius Codex from the 14th Century, has been restored and modified many times in the course of the last three centuries. 

On the bell-shaped facade, preceded by a portico, a portal opens with two small side windows and one above. In the back, there is a small cell that was used as a refuge by religious hermits and the laity up until the first few decades of the twentieth century. On the occasion of the San Paterniano Festival, the church is a destination for pilgrims from the three neighbouring villages: Cammoro, Orsano and Pettino. The faithful gather on the valley floor: the men wear shirts of the brotherhood and each of the communities forms a procession up to the church. Inside the Church, a likeness of San Paterniano is venerated, where they hang votives asking for a miraculous intervention or to bear witness to the grace received. To make visits to the sanctuary and layovers easier for the faithful, the Agrarian Commonality of Cammoro has created an equipped area in the underlying clearing. In the vicinity of the church, under one of the largest beech trees in the region, \"there is a sanitary spring from which the people drink in devotion to the saint and to cure infirmity\", as the bishop Carlo Giacinto Lascaris noted in 1713 during his pastoral visit.

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San Paterniano Church was founded in order to receive a miracle or bear witness to the grace received for bone diseases: on the Sunday following the 10th of July there is a popular festival that recalls the pilgrimage to the sanctuary. Now inactive.

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In the past, the 'miraculous' healing water to wash and treat children afflicted with skin rashes was drawn at the centre of the presbytery from a spring that ran under the abbatial complex.
The therapeutic rituals practiced in San Felice Abbey have been plentiful and diverse throughout the course of its history: for example, in 1700, women washed the heads of children to rid them of scabies.
In previous centuries, there was however some distrust for these types of devotion, due to the bad reputation that the abbey obtained with the practice of deceptive cures, cited by Teseo Pini in 1589. The \"Lotores\" that worked at San Felice were also included among the charlatans, promising to make children grow up healthy and healing the sick by washing them in water from the river Nera in exchange for money. The myth of the abbey's foundation is touched upon in a volume from the 12 th Century: San Mauro, who came from Syria with some three-hundred companions, retreated with his son Felice and a wet nurse to a solitary place and there a small hermitage was erected. The people in the area, who venerated him in life for liberating them from a dragon and performing other miracles, also celebrated him in death with the construction of a church at Castel San Felice above the hermitage where they were buried.

 

The legend of the dragon

The legend of the dragon, carved in relief on the frieze under the rose window, is interpreted as a metaphor for the reclamation of the area from the marsh by San Felice monks. 
The church, rebuilt in 1190, is a marvellous example of Spoleto Romanesque architecture, and has a small annexed monastery that dates from the 15 th and 16 th centuries. The church's interior is a single nave covered in trusses, with the raised presbytery and bordered by ornate Plutei decorated in mosaic. Only fragments of the frescoes remain on the walls, among which an Adoration of the Magi particularly stands out, a late Gothic work from the first half of the 15 th Century. From the two side passages you arrive at the crypt covered in vaults supported by a central column; the three apses include two altars and in the centre lays a sarcophagus in a reddish rock, where according to tradition, the mortal remains of Saints Mauro and Felice are kept.

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The slaying of the dragon was celebrated with the foundation of the Romanesque abbey of San Felice. Over the centuries, miracles and charlatans have come and gone: from the nearby spring waters, the cure for skin afflictions and to bring health to the sick. Now inactive. 

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It is now an inactive sanctuary. At one time you would have seen, knotted to the church gate, the bonnets and vests of newborns offered by mothers that were able to secrete milk after drinking the water from San Silvestro, which flows from a spring on the pathway to the abbey. And it's not only for humans; animals have also been able to lactate, as was reported in a pastoral visit by the Bishop of Foligno in 1911.
It has been said that this water, when drunk with disregard by a man, will make a breast grow, similar to that after childbirth.

Visit the crypt of San Silvestro and pray upon one of the three columns that support the vault: it's beautifully polished by the hands of the faithful who invoke the Saint to heal the pain in their bones.

Upon leaving Collepino Castle towards the summit of Subasio, you will find the remains of the San Silvestro church. Once a hermetic settlement, founded by San Romualdo in 1025 and probably upon a pre-existing building, it then became a Camaldolese abbey in 1150.
Problems arose from property held in common with the female Benedictine monastery of Vallegloria di Spello, and the conflicts with the Canons of Santa Maria Maggiore di Spello, made life in the abbey problematic. The abbey was destroyed by Paolo III in 1535, because it had hosted followers from the Perugian Baglioni family, who were opposed to the Pope. 

Abbatial privileges: a ring, seal, miter and crosier were assigned to Collepino parishes, which held them until 1875. In 1972, the community of the \"Little sisters of Mary\" established itself in the hermitage of the so-called Transfiguration, erected upon the monastery remains.
Only the apsidal part of the ancient abbey complex remains, along with the underlying crypt and foundation of the bell tower.
The fame of the San Silvestro abbey is connected to the intercession of the saint whose water cures new mothers deprived of milk to feed their children.

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At the sanctuary of Collepino dedicated to San Silvestro, miracles happened for mothers who couldn't lactate for their newborns. On December 31st, blessed bread is given so you can offer some to your four-legged friend for the saint's protection

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The Itinerary of St. Benedict is 300 km long in the heart of Italy, between Umbria and Lazio to the border with Campania. It is an itinerary of sixteen stages to retrace the life of the Patron Saint of Europe, through paths, cart roads and roads with little traffic, among valleys and mountains of the Central Italy.

The itinerary visits the three main Benedictine places: Norcia, birthplace of the Saint; Subiaco, where he lived for more than 30 years and founded several monasteries; and Montecassino, where he spent the last part of his life and wrote the Rule.

 

Historical notes

Benedict was born in Norcia at around 480, just after the Fall of the West Roman Empire.
He began his studies in Rome, but he soon retired into the solitude of the Aniene Valley, into a cave near Subiaco, around which he organized a colony of monks, made up of twelve small monasteries with twelve monks each.
He then left Subiaco and, with his most faithful followers, he went to Cassino, on whose mountain he founded, around 529, the famous abbey of Montecassino.
Here he wrote the Rule, made up of a prologue and 73 chapters. After a first moment of coexistence with other monastic legislations, the Rule of St.Benedict ended up with prevailing and was adopted in all monasteries.
He died in Montecassino, according to tradition, on 21st March 547.

 

The itinerary

The itinerary starts in Norcia, on the slopes of Sybilline Mountains, and then continues to Cascia, where St. Rita, the so called “Saint of impossible cases” lived. From here the itinerary goes towards Monteleone di Spoleto, charming medieval village, to reach Leonessa (Lazio), at the foot of Reatini Mountains. From Leonessa the itinerary reaches Poggio Bustone, later Rieti and the Holy Valley.
The itinerary then crosses the Sinibalda Fortress and the Tora Castle, Pozzaglia, Orvinio and Mandela to Subiaco, the first major destination of the Way.
From Subiaco, the Way goes on towards Trevi and after Trevi, a sequence of inspiring medieval villages follow: Guarcino, Vico and Collepardo.
The next steps are Certosa di Trisulti, Casamari, Arpino, San Giovanni Mountain, the gorges of Melfa and Roccasecca, and finally the Montecassino Abbey.

 

The Umbrian Stages

In Umbria, the Itinerary crosses Norcia, Cascia and Monteleone di Spoleto.

Norcia is an enchanting town at the foot of Sybilline Mountains, loved by trekking enthusiasts,combining deep Benedictine Spirituality, the charm of nature, the wonders of art and the authenticity of gastronomy.
It is part of the “Italian Most Beautiful Villages” Club, thanks to its significant environmental, cultural and artistic heritage.
The main monuments are located around the central square: the Basilica of St. Benedict, dating back to the 12th century; the Renaissance Portico of the Measures; the Castellina; the cathedral of St. Maria Argentea and the Town Hall.

 

Located in south-eastern Umbria, Cascia rises in the highest area of the region, near the National Park of Sybilline Mountains. Perched up on the St. Augustine hill, it is surrounded by superb mountains descending to the Corno river, tributary of the Nera river. Birthplace of St. Rita, it is one of Umbria's main spiritual centres.

Don’t miss a visit to the Monastery of St. Rita and the adjoining Sanctuary of St. Rita, built in the modern era to host the remains of the saint, and today place of worship drawing pilgrims from all over the world, and the valuable churches of St. Francis, St. Anthony and the Collegiate of St. Mary.
Don’t miss Roccaporena, St. Rita's native village, at the bottom of a small gorge cut by the Corno river, which winds around a slender cliff, the so called “Sacred Rock”.
It is possible to reach the rock’s top by walking the Way of the Cross with 300 steps: beside the highly spiritual aspect of the place, the view will also leave you breathless, as it ranges from Sybilline Mountains on the north to the Reatini Mountains on the South.

 

Monteleone di Spoleto is a small mountain village resting on a hill at the end of the Corno Valley, starting north-east of the slopes of mount Terminillo, surrounded by mountain peaks offering a unique view.
It used to be called the “Lion of the Apennines” because of its fortress, crouched on the slope.
It has a significant historiy, since it is located along ancient communication routes, at the boundary between the Papal State and the Kingdom of Naples. This boundary is still recalled in the memorial stones placed on the staircases leading to the Clocktower gate.
The gem of Monteleone is definitely the biga, a parade chariot and an extraordinary product of Etruscan workshops dated around 540 BC.
Also interesting are the complex of St. Catherine, which has the shape of an ovoid derived by four equilateral triangles intersecting each other, the Church of St. Nicola, with altarpieces attributed to Ghezzi and Masucci, and the beautiful 15th century Bernabò palace.

 

The Pilgrim's Credential

Those walking the Way should request the Credential, which certifies the status of pilgrim and is required to access most of the \"pilgrim hospitality\": religious hospitality or other facilities for which only an offering is requested.

 

For further information:

www.camminodibenedetto.it

 

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The stages of St. Benedict’s Itinerary in Umbria 

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A journey in the environs of Città di Castello

 

 

Travelling with one's own car certainly has its advantages: high-volume music, flexible timetables, and an itinerary tailored to one's own desires. Once you have visited Città di Castello, you may decide to also explore the surrounding countryside. And chance has it that this is a rich and varied area with much to offer.

 

We begin by telling you about the Fontecchio spa, set in a park of centuries-old trees. It is said that the wife of Pliny the Elder used to love to bathe in these waters to keep her beauty intact. Still today, those seeking some relaxation or more specific treatments, or even just a place to jog, can find a haven here.

If you wish to continue by walking among English-style gardens and Mediterranean plants, don't miss the villa and park of Montesca, commissioned by Baron Leopoldo Franchetti and his wife Alice Hallgarten.

In the locality of San Giustino, on the other hand, only 12 km from the town centre, you will find the Bufalini castle, which dates from the second half of the 15th century. Its original function was to defend the lands belonging to the Papal States and bordering with Tuscany and the Marche. Only one century later was it transformed into an aristocratic residence. A bothanical labyrinth and paintings by Gherardi add to the preciousness of this gem.

As a religious destination, we recommend a visit to the sanctuary dedicated to the Virgin Mary located on the hill of Canoscio. The building was erected in the 19th century by architect Giuseppe Baldeschi in the same locality where, centuries earlier, there used to be a chapel. The fresco of the Madonna del Transito decorating the interior of the sanctuary was derived from that earlier structure and repainted by Annibale Gatti. nbsp nbsp

The Pieve (Parish-house) of Saddi was built in the same place where St. Crescentino was martyred: he was a young Roman soldier who lost his life defending the Christian faith. Also dedicated to him is the oratory in the small town of Morra, wherein one can find the astoundingly beautiful frescos by the painter Luca Signorelli, born in the city of Cortona. Some sketches belonging to this series are preserved in the Uffizi in Florence and in the Louvre in Paris. nbsp

 

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Not just towers and museums: here is an itinerary that will let you admire sanctuaries, archaeological digs, and parks enshrined in the greenery, just a few miles from Città di Castello.

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The aphrodisiac power of some food has been known since antiquity; some of these foods were already being used in the Egyptian, Greek and Roman culture.
After all, the term “aphrodisiac” refers to Aphrodite, the Greek divinity of love, corresponding to Venus of Roman mythology.

Between myth and reality, here are some examples of Umbrian gastronomic excellence symbolizing love.

 

Chocolate is inextricably linked to Perugia and Luisa Spagnoli, creator of the famous “Bacio Perugina”.

 

According to legend, in the remote Americas, the Aztec god Quetzalcoatl, the so-called “feathered serpent” or “bird-serpent”, arrived on Earth with a present for the mankind, stolen from Gods: a cocoa tree. He taught humans how to grow this precious plant, to collect its fruit, and to grind its seeds in order to create an aromatic drink that can be flavoured with herbs and spices, and has extraordinary energetic as well as aphrodisiac qualities: cacahualt or tchiocolatl.

The long and fascinating history of truffles is inevitably mixed up with myth. Umbria has been a land of truffles for centuries: the ancient Umbrians used to call “tartùfro” that “scented stone” and introduced its use and knowledge to the entire peninsula.

In 1868 Gioacchino Rossini, who lived in Paris, requested quality truffles from Umbria, with a letter sent to a trader from Spoleto. He signed himself “ex music composer”.

Those truffles were sent rapidly to the author of the “Barber of Seville” and of \"William Tell\". The letter is kept in the museum of the Experimental Lyrical Theatre of Spoleto.

Saffron: Greek myth narrates the history of Crocos, who was mortal and fell in love with the nymph Smilace, beautiful and eternally young. Crocos was transformed into the plant of saffron and she into the sasparilla (smilax aspera).

Their cultivation, a source of pride for the Region, accompanies the history of the territory, enhancing the peculiarities of the places that grow and painstakingly produce saffron.

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Among myth and reality, the gastronomical excellence of Umbria as symbols of love.

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Don’t miss this path that is connecting two “monumental” pilgrimage destinations, Assisi and Loreto, it belongs to an old track that led up to Rome: pilgrims used to walk it to visit the Sanctuary of the Holy House of Mary in the Marche region small town. More than a pathway, it is an open – air museum of locations, routes and memoirs, 150 km long and divided into seven stages, each one of about 22 km. Because of its beautiful landscapes it will remain in your heart for many years.

We suggest you several stages of the Lauretano journey which wind through the Umbrian land and partially through the Marche region. You can follow all of them or just one, depending on your roadmap. The most important thing is that you choose to start during autumn or spring time, the better seasons for a barefoot adventure into the wild nature. An advice: be careful to the not always visible track. Just for a few months started the restoration works which include the arrangement of the wooden road marks and some totem indicating the route with historical and cultural information about the area.

Start from Assisi towards Spello through the National Road 444 and head to the Saint Benedetto al Subasio abbey. From here, with an over three hours walk for ten km with maximum height difference of 340 meters, you can enjoy the Subasio Mount coast, between coppice woods and olive groves, which is sending you on the plain below carrying you in no time above Spello and giving you a beautiful and unexpected view of the village.

The second stage, for the most trained and motivted ones, does go from Spello on the Colfiorito highland for more than eight hours walk with an uphill difference in height of about one thousand meters.

It is surely the most challenging stage of all the journey, 29 km long between dirt roads and wild paths, but you will appreciate this for its wonderful landscapes, which from the Spoleto Valley and from Spello’s hills they climb on the Apennine and they cross it. You will walk down several cultivated areas, higher woods and pastures up to touch the Colfiorito’s swamp, a precious casket of biodiversity. 

We recommend a visit to the Church of Santa Maria di Plestia styled protoromanesque, located on the border between Umbria and Marche regions: this building is located at the Municipality of Serravalle di Chienti, while the churchyard is located at the Municipality of Foligno.

The third stage, after crossing Colfiorito’s plain and the upper part of the Chienti’s Valley, it goes in the Marche region. Now you can choose between two different paths of the Lauretana Way: one who lead to Camerino, for about 23 km and six hours of walking with an uphill difference in height of 600 meters, or that one to Muccia, 18 km  for more than four and a half hours on foot with an uphill difference in height of 350 meters.

From here to Loreto there are still 80 km of walking passing through the villages of Belforte del Chienti, Tolentino and Macerata, but whatsoever be your decision – to keep going or to finish your road – you will feel better, in your body, in your mind and in your soul.
 

For more information:
www.camminilauretani.eu 
www.umbriafrancescoways.eu

Credentials of the Pellegrino Lauretano (Lauretano Pilgrim) -  (Charta Pelegrini Lauretani) shall be issued by the Confraternities of the Most Holy Stigmas of Saint Francis (www.sacrestimmate.it) at religious places specifically authorized or electronically, in cooperation with Opera Romana Pellegrinaggi too.

 

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On the road between nature and mind, exploring an open – air museum of locations, routes and memoirs. 

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If you are fond of adventure out in the fresh air, take a day and go explore an area whose landscape has remained intact and thus offers a huge variety of flower species to admire: Mt. Peglia Park and the Meana Forest. The area is that of the STINA, or Local Natural and Environmental System and is divided into three sections: the zone of Allerona-Meana Forest , that of Melonta-Elmo Woods and the San Venanzo protected area, home to a large volcanic park.
The largest of these is the one that spreads out around Allerona. Start your tour here, from a village built up around the Lerona Castle, of which only the Gate of the Sun and the Moon survives, and surrounded by woods. Get on the dirt road by the cemetery, it is the entrance to the Selva di Meana, or Meana Forest. This forest is huge, rich with biodiversity, and is one of the Region's most interesting areas. If you happen to be here in April or May, you'll find blooming orchids of which the forest has some forty wild species.
Then head towards Villa Cahen, built in 1880 by the Antwerp financier Edoardo Cahen. You can visit the villa on request to admire its Art Decò architecture and the lovely garden, home to a variety of rare plants and grasses the owner had brought here from all over the world.
From the villa, take the trail that goes past Poggio La Cupa and Poggio delle Reti, it will lead you to the little town of Meana. Along the way, take a look at the remains of an old aqueduct that once supplied water to the villa, and admire some little stone bridges over which they once strolled.
Once you reach Meana, go see the remains of an old farm that belonged to the Bishop of Orvieto in the XII century, and the ruins of the Church of S. Nicola di Bari, but also keep your eye on the lovely views of Allerona and the Paglia River Valley. Once you reach your destination, rest a bit and enjoy a plate of tagliatelle with white truffles, a local specialty.

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A day surrounded by nature just outside of Orvieto: the Meana Forest will offer you the ideal setting for an excursion into great wooded areas, a fascinating volcanic park and archaeological remains.

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Discover the area crossed by the western route of the via Flaminia, which headed towards Massa Martana and the settlements at the foot of the Monti Martani. Located in a border area, it facilitated the fusion of cultural and religious traditions.

 

The Monti Martani are an authentic treasure trove of history that holds unexpected gems, along a route which brings together charming hamlets, medieval \"feudi\" (fiefs) and enchanting abbeys.

The journey begins from Castel Ritaldi, a village located along the route that goes from Spoleto to Montefalco. The historic centre is surrounded by the defensive walls of the 13th century castle. The church of Santa Marina, built between the 14th and 15th centuries is worth a visit. As soon as you leave the village, head towards Colle del Marchese, on the way you'll find the Pieve di San Gregorio in Nido, surrounded by olive groves. This is a Romanesque building constructed around 1141, with splendid bas-relief decorations on the façade and on the portal.

At the first junction, head towards the hamlet of Morcicchia and continue towards Giano dell'Umbria. Like all of the villages in the area, a visit to Giano is a pleasant walk steeped in history, amongst its circular walls, medieval streets, the beautiful palazzo del municipio (town hall) and the 14th-century church of S. Michele. Before heading up towards the mountain, a short deviation will lead you to the Abbazia di San Felice, built in around 1130, a treasure hidden amongst the olive trees which at the time of the emperor Constantine the Great, held the bones of the martyr San Felice. If you're ready to face a climb towards the mountains, follow the signs for Monte Martano. From there you can continue on foot along the Martani hiking trail, which continues as far as the edge of Lo Scoppio, an important stop off point along the trail where there is also an excursion centre, open by appointment. Once back in the car, head back down towards Massa Martana, stopping at the Chiesa dell'Assunzione, to enjoy the breath-taking view over the surrounding valley.

All of the area surrounding Massa Martana (the Roman Vicus ad Martis ) is an ideal place to try two of the highlights of local cuisine, olive oil and wine. The wines are of such high quality as to have obtained the DOC \"Colli Martani\" appellation as well as the IGT \"Umbria\" and \"Colli Martani\" appellation, whilst the extra virgin olive oil has the PDO (Protected Designation of Origin) \"Colli Martani\" appellation.

Once you get to Massa Martana, you are following the course of the ancient via Flaminia. Along this ancient stretch of road is the Chiesa di Santa Maria in Pantano, one of the oldest in Umbria and further on, the Catacomba Cristiana (Christian Catacomb), which up to now is the only one of its kind to have been discovered in the region and which can be visited by appointment. Not far from here you will also find the Abbazia dei Santi Fidenzio e Terenzio, the Abbazia di Villa San Faustino and the Abbazia di San Pietro sopra le Acque. The journey ends in Acquasparta, an ancient roman spa town, home to the first branch of the Accademia dei Lincei, established by Duke Federico Cesi in the big Renaissance palazzo, which still bears his name.

 

 
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Did you know that there is a direct access to heaven in Assisi? Our Eden is the Woods of San Francesco, a path of peace and beauty of 64 hectares and 800 years of history. It stretches for two and a half kilometers among hornbeam, oak trees, forest land, farmland and ancient works of man. 

This place of the soul, in the area where the holy patron of Italy lived and preached together with his friends creating the Franciscan order, can be accessed from the upper entrance, which opens into city walls on the forecourt in front of the Upper Basilica, and it can be accessed from the bottom entrance near the former monastery of Santa Croce. Since 2011 the Woods of San Francesco is open to visitors and to pilgrims using the FAI – Italian Environment Fund, which purchased and recovered it in all its parts.

Key word: slowness
This path, which enters into the Woods, can be travelled in 45 minutes, but your soul on the road with your body has got another step and another time, so we give advice: stow your clocks and your phones in your bags because in this landscape of other times the key words are slowness and contemplation.
Among holm oak and dogwood, the route is well illustrated by sign, it descends in hairpin bends towards the Tescio river.  It leads you to do beneficial stops to enjoy the wildlife around: if you are lucky you can admire the fast flight of a sparrow hawk or you can catch the flicker of a porcupine which hurries off to hide into the bush. 

​​​​​​​Continue toward the Galli Bridge, a work in travertine dating back to 1356, renovated in the late 15th century and rebuilt by the Municipality between 1948 and 1949. So you reach the valley floor where you can admire the remains of a distant world, dwelt between 13th and 14th century by Benedictine nuns: the huge complex of Santa Croce. What remains of the religious building are the renovated hospital facilities, the same - name– Romanesque church, the windmill and the tower, each one with its own history to remember and to tell. So take a break to listen to what these old stones have to say.

Plots of history, art and nature

The Benedictine complex was short lived and in the late 14th century was abandoned by nuns who relocated inside the city wall. Today the parish house of the monastery relives as an information point and welcome visitors.
The hospital (Hospitalis Pontis Gallorum) operating since 1250 up to 14th century, was a reception place for pilgrims; a plaque in the vicinity of a walkway confirms the opening. 
So you can access the Romanesque church of Santa Croce, of the 13th century, with a simple and a sober interior. Don’t forget to see the fresco of the 1643 “Adoration of the unadorned Cross” located in the apse, attributed to the painter from Assisi Gerolamo Marinelli.
The landmarks of the route will lead you toward the stream Tescio and the clearing dominated by the fourteenth-century tower (the FAI has entitled it to Annamria Colizzi, a member deceased). It can be visited by accessing from the first floor through an iron staircase.
The artifact was probably a fortified mill, of existing ones between the 13th and 14th century in the Marche, Tuscany and Umbria. Maybe originally it used to grind wheat and olive oil, then it was used to make lime.

On the top of the tower, you will find a fantastic view suddenly before your eyes: an endless design, composed of 121 olive trees arranged in double row creating three wide circular elements tangent each other, whose a greater one in the middle, and a mast twelve meters high which symbolizes the marriage between heaven and earth. You are looking at the “Third Paradise”, by Land art that the master Michelangelo Pistoletto has given to the Fai. The artist’s invitation is to walk the winding road among the rows becoming part of the work: a consideration about the desirable coexistence between the man and the nature, here symbolized by the third sphere.
From the tower you can go the path back, taking a break, if you want, at the old mill of the 12th century, active up to the beginning of ‘900: today is a pleasant tavern, which will prepare picnic baskets too.

Information:
Tel. +39 075 813157 – Fax +39 075 81 98 638 – email: faiboscoassisi@fondoambiente.it

Opening hours:
From April to September from 10.00 A.M. to 07.00 P.M. and from October to March from 10.00 A.M. to 04.00 P.M.
Open every day except non festive Mondays. Last entrance one hour before closing.
Winter closure from the second week of January up to the end of February.
Closed on January 1st, on December 25th and 26th and during Franciscan festivity. 

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Located in a hamlet of Foligno on the slopes of Monte di Pale, the evocative Caves of the Abbadessa di Pale are a result of an interesting karst phenomenon generated by the waters of the Menotre river and those of infiltration.

The Caves are divided into several cavities. The main one is considered a true jewel of architecture and it is called \"Camera del laghetto\" (lit. “Pond room”). It has circular shape and a height of 8-9 meters. Numerous stalactites drop from its domed ceiling and stalagmite pillars emerge from the centre, as perfect columns. After 40 years, starting in 2016, it is again possible to visit this masterpiece of nature.
Called “Camera delle Colonne a Terra” (lit. \"Room of Columns on the Ground\", a second cavity can be reached through a gallery. This cave has a very impressive architectural structure, too. It is characterized by remarkable stalactites that look like drapes and imposing central columns, as well as a stalagmite with a particular lion shape.
In the past, the caves collected the waters of the river during flood periods. Indeed, it is not by chance that not far from here the spectacle of the Menotre Waterfalls awaits you, reachable in a short walk.
For more information concerning opening times, costs, conditions, guided tours, groups and recommended clothing for visits, please click here.
 

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Walking through Umbria, you notice stretches of olive trees on hillsides: they produce some of the best and most valuable extra virgin olive oils in Italy. We invite you to discover one of the places of Umbria's PDO olive oil: the hills of Assisi-Spoleto: i Colli di Assisi-Spoleto.
 

 

The soil in this area is particularly fertile for cultivating the Moraiolo, Frantoio and Leccino olive varieties, producing oil of unparalleled quality, with colour ranging from green to yellow, with a strong fruity smell and flavour, with a bitter and spicy note.

The area of the Assisi-Spoleto hills deserves a visit of one or several days, not only to know and taste the delicious liquid gold, but also because there are beautiful towns such as Trevi, Spello, Spoleto, Assisi, Campello sul Clitunno and Foligno. You are spoilt for choice: you can choose each of these villages and discover the beautiful historic centres, art and surrounding landscapes. Stop for a meal in an area trattoria and choose a dish finished with delicious raw olive oil, such as spelt salad, bruschetta or roasted mushrooms; you will immediately recognize the taste and spicy note that characterize it.One of the best periods to explore the production of oil in Umbria is the month of November, the month of Frantoi aperti, Open days at the oil mills. Every weekend of the month, participating oil mills welcome visitors with guided tours, tastings, concerts and much more. The program of events changes from year to year and attracts tourists from all over Italy. For more information visit the site: http://frantoiaperti.net/.

 

In the other months, area mills that are part of the Strada dell’Olio in Umbria are ready to welcome you, by reservation (here is list of participating mills)

All you have to do is go, and enjoy your tasting!

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An area undoubted interest in landscape, art and architecture and which offers one of the best and most prized products of Umbria: PDO olive oil of the Assisi-Spoleto Hills.

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Dreaming of a weekend far from crowds and the stress of everyday life? Open your eyes and start walking: this is the itinerary you need, taking you into a bit of paradise in the heart of Umbria, an area worthy of attention for its landscapes, and more.

We will also be travelling down the ancient ‘iron road', a crucial connection in the past for the transportation of the precious mineral from Monteleone di Spoleto to Scheggino, and from there towards the Flaminia road and then to the city of Rome.

Our starting point is Montefranco, a municipality in the province of Terni, surrounded by olive trees and forests of oaks and pine-trees which make it the undisputed pearl of the Nera Valley. The town developed at the beginning of the 1200s around the old castle of Bufone, of which today only the Franca and Spoletina gates and the outer walls have survived.

Worth visiting are also the church of San Pietro and the parish of Santa Maria, recently built over the remains of pre-existing structures. From the church of the Madonna del Carmine, we walk up the ridge to Colle Verde where we find the village of Colline.

After entering a proper, denser forest, we reach Monte Moro, a reference point for the whole valley, opposite Ferentillo.

Up on the top we find an archaeological site bearing the remains of a Roman sanctuary and of some cisterns. We then descend towards San Mamiliano, which owes its name to a saint who lived in the 5th century and was much revered in the early centuries of Christianity.

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Discover the ‘iron road', an ancient path which used to connect Monteleone di Spoleto with Scheggino, in the Nera Valley.

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The hike starts from the main square of Cerreto di Spoleto. Go down towards the right to the Church of Santa Maria de Libera. At the crossroads with the main road at Colle del Piano, go straight towards the Church of Santa Maria di Costantinopoli. Do stop in to see the little church, but don't linger, the day ahead is long. Turn left and follow the white/red trail markers.

You'll get to the town of Macchia, turn left onto the trail and keep following the white/red markers. You'll get to Piedilacosta and then Meggiano, where you'll find a path that leads you to the town of Piedipaterno. From the main square of this town, head to the Church of San Sebastiano and then get on the paved road upwards towards Spoleto, and after 50m turn right onto a dirt road. Start following the white/red trail markers again and when you get to the paved road at Geppa, turn right, and then, left after the church. After a bend, turn right onto the paved road and go downwards keeping your eye on the trail markers, then turn left on the dirt road, once again following the markers.

When you get to Castel San Felice, go over the bridge and follow the paved road downwards around the town. When you get to the San Felice Abbey, head along the SS209, and turn left along the old railway tracks and then cross over the SS209 after the sports area. Follow the trail markers upwards along the dirt road. You'll soon be in Sant'Anatolia di Narco, another little gem of the Valnerina, known as the ‘city of hemp' for its traditional cultivation and processing of this fibre into fine fabrics. There is even a Museo del Canapa (Hemp Museum) here.

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A hike from Cerreto di Spoleto to Sant'Anatolia di Narco. If you are an expert hiker, set out from the town of Cerreto di Spoleto and follow this route through the Valnerina all the way to Sant'Anatolia di Narco.

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Are you ready for a lovely walk surrounded by the beauty of the Valnerina?

Start out from Sant'Anatolia di Narco, when you get to the SS209 climb up to the bed of the old railway tracks following the white/red trail markers. At the juncture with the paved road, turn left, pass in front of the cemetery and head to the underpass. Near an old farmhouse, turn left and cross over a bridge, keeping your eye on the trail markers. Here you will come to a juncture with a dirt road, take the road on the right, and, following the trail markers, enter the woods. When you reach a crossroads with another dirt road, turn left and follow the trail towards the woods. The path reaches a pass, and here the descent begins.

You will reach Collefabbri and continue on the paved road towards Ceselli. You will reach Contaglia and then Ceselli. To see the town, turn right, or go straight until you reach the juncture with the SS209. Once in town, go visit the Church of San Vito, which was built in 1080 and is home to Renaissance frescoes depicting martyr saints, and the Church of San Sabino. To get to know the town better, head to the Osteria di Ceselli, an important hub, decorated with frescoes painted by local artists in the XVI century. It was here, in 1831, that Archbishop Mastai Ferretti stopped as he fled Spoleto to reach the Bourbon state.

When you've seen it all, cross the bridge over the Nera river and follow signs for Via di Roma, continue on the dirt road in the same direction and, when you come across the juncture with the paved road, go straight. When you get to Colleponte, turn right and cross another bridge over the Nera river. When you reach the SS209, turn right and stay on it. Turn left and follow the signs for the Abbey of San Pietro in Valle. When you get there its beauty will amaze you. This Benedictine abbey is one of the most important buildings of the Late Middle Ages in all of central Italy, surrounded by nature and the silence of the Valnerina.

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A great hike that anyone who loves to walk can do. Abbeys, hamlets and nature in its purest form. Start from the centre of Sant'Anatolia di Narco and head to the Abbey of San Pietro in Valle, passing by the village of Ceselli along the way. 

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The hike starts at the Abbey of Sant'Eutizio. With the abbey behind you, follow the trail that goes up along the edge of the building, once on the paved road continue right and turn left at the crossroads, following the signs for Collescille. Right after a rural building with a big tree, leave the paved road and turn onto the trail to the left. After the Santo Spes church, the oldest of Preci, go straight and when it joins the paved road again turn right towards Saccovescio.

Turn left and then follow the paved road uphill. You'll find yourself in Castelvecchio. Walk about town until you find the signs to San Vito, fifty metres onwards, and after having crossed a stream, get on the dirt road on the right that goes along the edge of the stream. When you get to San Lazzaro, continue straight into the woods. Stay on the left-hand trail and turn right onto the paved road, and then left again to go to Bagni di Triponzo. If you need a rest, this is the place. Relax in the waters of the thermal baths and maybe even in the steam room. Then get back on the path and follow the dirt road towards Triponzo. Take care here, this part of the trail is very exposed and may be slippery if wet, another good reason to wear good hiking boots.

Go through the centre of Triponzo, then turn right on the SS209 (a paved road), cross over and then turn right onto another dirt road. You have reached your destination: the centre of Cerreto di Spoleto. Cerreto gets its name from the great oak trees (cerre) here and the lovely little town is well worth a visit. The historic centre and castle are in the area where the Nera, Vigi and Tissino rivers meet. Legend has it that the town was founded in the 800s by the Franks who had come south in the wake of Charlemagne to fight the powerful Longobard stewards of nearby Ponte. While here, enjoy a crescionda, a simple but delicious dessert as soft as a pudding and made with eggs, flour, chocolate and sugar.

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If a nice long hike is what you love, then this route from the Abbey of Sant'Eutizio to Cerreto di Spoleto, surrounded by nature and little hamlets along the way, is the thing for you. 

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From Assisi to Spello , along the trails of Monte Subasio: a long hike that most visitors can do and which connects two medieval Umbrian towns, the Franciscan spirit of the Hermitage, nature and the scenery of the Park. Get to Assisi and prepare yourself for walking over the trail that connects the birthplace of St. Francis to Spello, the town famous for its flower carpets.
Set out from Porta Cappuccini, where a dirt road goes along the old medieval walls of the city and then into the woods. Once you have made it to the top, you'll get to a rest area where you can catch your breath before setting off downhill towards one of the most symbolic places of St. Francis, the Eremo delle Carceri, where he would retreat from civilisation to pray and meditate in the natural caves and under ancient oak trees.
From there you go up again along the Carceri gorge which takes you to the Croce di Sasso Piano, where in springtime you can pick various types of edible mushrooms or simply enjoy the beauty of the forget-me-nots and orchids.
Continue on towards the Rosceto gulley until you reach the Mortaro refuge, an old observatory used during WWII, and then pass the Mortaro Piccolo and Mortaro Grande, two deep limestone indentations which were once used to make and keep ice.
When you get tired, rest and enjoy a sandwich made with pan caciato, or pan nociato, breads typical of the area, perhaps with some tasty percorino cheese flavoured with bits of walnut.
Go downwards to Fonte Bregno, where you can take another break next to the river, and then towards Fosso Renaro to then reach Sasso la Botte, after having gone through the woods. You are about to begin the last leg of your walk, starting with an ascent along the slopes of Monte Pietrolungo to reach Poggio Caselle. From here go downwards through the olive groves towards Fonte Bulgarella and you'll soon be at the gates of Spello.
Part of the route you will have walked coincides with the yellow/blue marked trail of the Franciscan Way, which you can follow along the full length of the park.
For those of you who want to get some serious adrenaline flowing, Subasio Park is a great place to go hang-gliding: why not fly in the sky over Assisi?

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Discover Mt. Subasio Park to enjoy one of Umbria's most important mountains, and also to visit some of the places St. Francis most loved, like the Eremo delle Carceri.

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The history

The excavation works carried out over the years have confirmed the role of this area, bringing to light the site of a Roman ship yard – probably built during the first Punic War, when Romans needed to set up a big war fleet to deal with Carthage – close to the port, the remains of a thermal pool dating from the 2nd century AD, and a mosaic dating from the imperial age.
Between the 14th and 16th centuries the village developed, especially under the Silori family, one of the most important families of Narni, which had a lot of local farms and houses for farmers and artisans who worked for them.
Of course the abundant presence of water, thanks to the river and to the springs of the zone, helped the economic system of Stifone that had, since the Middle-Ages, boasted a concentration of water-mills, including the most popular Mola Alberti.
Other important activities characterized this land: the pontifical iron-works, built in 1707, where was refining the mineral pulled out from Mount Santa Croce, and the fulling-mills operating between the 14th and 18th centuries, fulling wool (a process to make the fibers more compact). One of nine in the corporation of the Art of Wool in the 16th century, with trade secrets passed from father to son. Also in recent times the water represented a distinctive feature: in 1982 two of the first hydroelectric power stations of Italy were put into operation on Stifone's waterfalls.
During the first postwar period the social-economic system of the area changed, but the of symbiotic relationship between Stifone and the Nera is still alive, where the blue waters lap against the old factories.

 

What to see

Approaching the river we meet, not far from a cave, a spring where the old pump is still used to take water, and the spring water flows over ancient basins. There are several springs, many emergeng under the artificial lake that since 1939 has fed the former Valdarno power station: their presence is evident by the shades of blue that they give to the river waters.
Above Stifone the ruins of the Santa Betta Chapel or San Giovanni Monastery can still be seen: the vault, the transept, the apse and the church entry, as well as water tanks, are visible.
The village retains its typical core with houses dating back to the 14th - 17th centuries. Two little squares at the entry are as a framework of the Santa Marina Church with a ceramic front door and bell tower. On the left wall, with the bell tower, opens another front door which was probably was the principal entry of the church, which around the 17th century was probably modified and expanded with two more spans. The interior with a single-nave with cross vaults, with noteworth furnishings of a baptismal font, a holy water font and a tabernacle of sculpted wood.
The church holds a canvas on the right side of the presbytery, representing the Trinity crowning the Virgin, a reminder of the legend linked to Santa Marina, brought here with a boy believed to be her son. The story says that Marina entered in a convent dressed as a man; going around to collect alms she stopped in a tavern where the owner’s daughter became pregnant by a soldier. The girl blamed \"Marino\" for the pregnancy, so he was kicked out. The baby, once was born, was assigned to Marino who raised him as his son. Once allowed back into the convent, Marina was subjected to the heaviest hard work, which drove her to death. Only at her burial did they realize that she was really a woman, and then Marina was revered as a saint.

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An ancient Roman port which served transportation along the Nera river, from Rome to \"Superba Narnia\": wood, food, bricks and probably people too. It’s Stifone, situated on the left bank of the river, south of the Gole del Nera (Nera Gorge), below the cliffs where the located the village of Taizzano is located.

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The Marmore Falls: Among the highest in Europe, they were created by the Romans in 271 BC to drain the swamps above the Nera River: an engineering feat that has become one of the most spectacular natural attractions of Umbria.

There are five trails here which offer different views of the falls and let you enjoy the natural beauty of the park.

Trail N.1 begins at the learning centre of the Botanical Gardens located in the area of the lower Belvedere. A large square is dedicated to one of the most illustrious visitors to the Falls, Lord Byron, who wrote verses about the emotions they aroused in him. Take the trail that leads to the upper Belvedere. This is quite a difficult hike and the only one that takes you to the upper part of the falls. After about forty minutes of walking you will reach the upper Belvedere from which you can see the first leap of the falls from a small observation tower called \"la specola\" (observatory), built in 1786 at the behest of Pope Pius VI. On leaving the specola you cross the Cavo Curiano over an iron bridge.

Trail N.2 is short and easy, and it brings you very close to the falls: the thundering water and the pristine natural setting make this one of the most exciting trails. Back at the departure point, by the learning centre, you can see one of the park's three hundred natural caves. Go up the wooden steps and you will find yourself right next to the cascading waters, almost close enough to touch the second leap of the falls. Be careful not to get soaked!

The third trail is the perfect place from which to see the canyons carved into the rock by the waters of the Nera river. At the end of the trail is a panoramic terrace which boasts a view of the confluence of the Velino and Nera rivers.

Trail N.4, the Pennarossa Trail, is the tourist trail par excellence. Most of the photographs of the Falls, which you may have already seen, were taken from spots along this trail. Follow this itinerary and look out from the belvedere over the three leaps of the falls.

Walk the fifth trail, enjoy the great views of the Terni basin and the Nera River valley which spans all the way to the Ferentillo gorges. Along the way, peek into one of the artificial wells covered by a transparent glass: its depth will take your breath away.

For information about the trails and how to best enjoy them, please consult the official website.

 

If you visit the falls during Christmas, you will have the added pleasure of seeing a beautiful living nativity scene set inside the falls. (For more information, visit our site)
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The Marmore Falls are not merely a lovely place for picnics or an afternoon out. The surrounding park is full of interesting trails for serious hikers or anyone who just wants to enjoy a nice walk in the fresh air in one of the most beautiful natural settings of Umbria.

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Montefalco takes its name from the passion for falcon hunting of Frederic II who spent an entire year here in 1249. This is the land of sagrantino, an ancient varietal in its land of birth. From the Latin sacer, a sacred wine for the celebrations of Christian tradition that marked the rhythm of rural life, it was originally consumed in the passita style. Around the middle of the last century it began being made into wine and bottled in the dry style.

Visit the Saint Francis church, now a museum preserving glorious frescoes, as well as the Saint Augustine church and the City Hall. On a walk through the town, among the walls of pink stone and along the paths that descend from the Piazza del Comune, you will be surrounded by the ancient presence of gardens and domesticated vines; inside the Santa Chiara convent one can find sagrantino vines that are several centuries old.

Great souvenirs can be found in artisan textile shops and in wine stores. A taste of local traditional flavours such as strangozzi pasta with goose jus, roasted goose, and ‘ntorta pie, a sweet puff pastry with apples, candied nuts and fruit, all to be tried in combination with the local wines.

Sagrantino PDO and Rosso di Montefalco

Whereas the main component of Rosso di Montefalco is the sangiovese grape, when sipping the Sagrantino PDO wine one experiences a dark wine of wonderful structure with a bold tannin presence, which in its sweet version perfectly balances its harsher tones. Its high level of polyphenols means that the wine can age for a long period.

Carry on up to the slopes of Mount Martani, a renowned winemaking region since ancient Roman times, where trebbiano, grechetto and sangiovese grapes are now cultivated, and at the top of which Castel Ritaldi is located. The village oversees a mainly agricultural land of woods, vineyards and olive trees. Among the most important sites are the Romanesque parish church of San Gregorio, the Madonna della Bruna Renaissance sanctuary and the medieval Santa Maria church. Here as well one can enjoy the Trebbiano Spoletino, produced almost exclusively roughly between Spoleto, Foligno and Montefalco, a fresh and fruity but relatively high alcohol wine of distinct acidity.

Descend towards the village of Giano dell'Umbria, surrounded by medieval walls that maintain traces of Roman heritage, and renowned for its oil: the Umbria Martani Hills PDO oil. Before enjoying the panorama over the whole vast plain of Monte Martano, visit the abbey of San Felice and the church of Saint Francis.

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A trip through a chosen land, among wine cellars, oil mills and artistic treasures, discovering sagrantino wine. Having almost disappeared in the 19th century, this wine made a comeback thanks to the foresight of some winemakers and has become one of the flagships of Umbrian wine

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Wear sturdy walking shoes and carry a backpack with your camera, drinking water and a snack, for example, a sandwich made with the famous local pork products known as \"norcineria.\" You are now ready for your hike in the Valnerina, along the trail of the great loop around Monte Meraviglia: a walk around the base of the mountain most loved by the locals, one that takes you past ancient farmhouses and through cool shady woods.

 

Your hike begins at Onelli, near Cascia. Take the paved road that leads to Cascia and after about 2.3 km take the road to the left towards Località Casali Sant'Antonio. In springtime, the colours here are like a painter's palette. Continue upwards and follow the directions for the agriturismo. Past the fountain to the left you will reach a fork in the road: take the dirt road to the left. Don't be scared off of the steepness – take a deep breath and keep a steady pace. This is the most difficult part of the trail, but it is well worth the effort for the beautiful scenery. Never lose sight of the signs along the trail which will lead you to the great cement aqueduct. Once here, turn left towards Casale Costabella. Continue for three hundred metres and at the crossroads follow the road that slopes slightly to the right. Along this part of the trail you will see, on both sides, old farmhouses with their haylofts and living quarters on the first floor and the stalls for animals on the ground floor.

 

After about 3 km you will reach another fork and on the right you will see Casale Tetella, a recently restored building. But keep going left, climbing upwards. Along this trail, after about 2 km, you will be at the crossroads of Onelli, turn right and continue towards the Church of San Sisto, where we began our hike. Stop to visit the church. It was built in the XIVth century and a Renaissance portico was later added whose arches were subsequently closed. Take a minute to contemplate the church from outside, set like a jewel in the perfect silence of the green of Monte Meraviglia.

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Do you enjoy nature walks? Follow the great loop trail around Monte Meraviglia, near Cascia. Along the way you will pass old Umbrian farmhouses and be in the constant company of the green countryside.

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Would you like to spend a whole day immersed in nature, but at the same time not miss out on cultural activities and on the delicacies of food and wine?

How about a visit to Colfiorito Natural Park?

This amazing valley, as well as being an ideal location for birdwatching and tasting the area's typical produce (such as the famous local lentil), is also a prime destination for trekking and mountain bike lovers, among others.

Furthermore, if you prefer, you can venture into itineraries on horse-back, or discover the local archaeological museum which testifies to the past richness and fervent activity of this land.

The real star here is Colfiorito marsh, central Italy's best example of wetland. The area is inhabited by rare plant and animal species, such as black pines, white water lilies, pondweeds, and water yarrows. If you're lucky, you might catch sight of a red heron, a wild boar, a porcupine, or even a wolf.

Carrying on with our journey, we come to Mount Orve, the area's highest point; from the summit there's an outstanding view over the surrounding landscape and the Plestine highlands, seat of ancient settlements.

An example of these settlements is Castelliere, a small fortified village dating from the Bronze or perhaps the Iron Age, and enclosed by a polygonal wall. The highest part of the settlement used to be the seat of the acropolis, whilst today it is occupied by the rectory of Santa Maria and by the castle, both built in the feudal age.

Worthy of a stop is also the small town of Cassicchio, above Molinaccio and the inghiottitoio (pothole).

A suitable spot for a break is Fagiolaro, where you can take advantage of a picnic area and practice fly fishing.

Other sights are offered by Fonte Fontaccia, Casa Mollaro, Forcatura and Popola, a small mountain village near Foligno, crossed by the Spina Road.

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Ideas suitable for all members of the family to discover and explore this area, from the marsh of Colfiorito to the archaeological sites of mount Orve and Plestia.

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Are you lovers of animal watching? Do you like to immerse yourselves in nature and seek authentic experiences? There are places, far from the stresses of daily life, where you will able to find some much needed peace. Today we recommend a park located in Umbria, between the valley of the river Nera, the Fissino gorge, and Spoleto.

Here we find the nature reserve of the Coscerno and Aspra mountains, a haven where still today it is possible to pick blueberries, see eagles from up close, and walk among pristine forests.

One of the area's peculiarities is the fact that its rocky mountainsides are covered in holly oak trees, some of which can rise up to 400 metres in height. But there are also kinds of trees that are more typical of mountainous terrains, such as maples and beech trees, which especially in the autumn create a magical atmosphere made up of intense colours: from red to yellow, from orange to amaranth.

But looking further up beyond the woods one can see the heaths of Mount Coscerno: dozens of hectares of spontaneous vegetation. With a little patience and dedication, it is possible to reach an elevation where one walks among lilies, violets, gentians and fritillaries.

And there's more to plants and flowers: the area's wildlife is amongst the most varied in central Italy. Three species in particular have always inhabited these impervious lands and have thus become an integral part of local history: the royal eagle, the wolf, and the Apennine rock partridge.

All this is made possible by the purity of the Valnerina, an ideal place to spend your time, especially if you're accompanied by a specialized guide who will show you the area's secrets and hidden corners.

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A rich land to explore: visit the Coscerno and Aspra mountains and you will be able to admire from up close wild bears, royal eagles and wolves.

 

 

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Natural landscapes, history, and ancient traditions: a concentrate of beauty and authenticity in the heart of Umbria. To better sample every aspect of this magical land, nothing beats an excursion, on foot or by bike, on the mounts and valleys of the Sibillini natural park.

The variety of plant life and the marvellous green vales offer many choices for our journey. Let us start by recommending a visit to Lake Pilato, located on Mount Vettore near the border with the Marche. This ancient lake is connected to many past legends. It is said that it used to be a meeting place for necromancers, magicians, and alchemists, so much so that the Church forbade access to it to all its faithful.

According to a different story, this is the place where the body of Pontius Pilate ended up after he was condemned to die by Emperor Tiberius. It is not by chance then that the lake is also called Averno, the name for the gate of Roman hell.

From here one easily reaches the Castoriana Valley, which is crossed by the Campiano River. This area is characterized by small villages, castle ruins, willows and cypresses. From here we continue toward Mount Patino, a very steep mountain with rocky walls. Worth seeing is the natural reservoir which includes 2400 metres of mountaintop. The area has been inhabited since the depths of time by rock partridges, hares, and royal eagles. Interesting to see is also the Patino Grotto, hidden by the beech trees, which used to offer a refuge for the herdsmen when the weather turned sour.

If you still aren't tired, you can continue to trek up Mount Palazzo Borghese, where, for just two or three months every year, it is possible to admire a small lake created by the melting snows from the mountain's glaciers.

In the same area it is possible to visit Mount Porche, also known as Bellavista thanks to the beautiful vistas that can be enjoyed from its summit, and Mount Sibilla, which owes its name to the witch who was said to live in a cavern of the same name.

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Discover the treasures of this Umbrian natural park: itineraries and excursions, suitable for everyone, for any time of the year

 

 

 

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Are you avid walkers? Do you love the fresh breeze at high altitudes, far from the chaos and noise of city life? Well, this is a place for you. The itinerary we suggest here will delight all lovers of trekking.

We bring you to the green heart of Umbria, in a land that will amaze you. There are three possible starting points: from Piazzale Vasi, within the Marmore Waterfall tourist area, one of Europe's highest. The waterfall's name derives from its white rocks, rich of calcium carbonate, which look a bit like marble (marmo in Italian).

We find ourselves at the end of the Valnerina or Nera River valley, an area characterized by the presence of typical animals such as the mallard, crag martin, and river kingfisher. From here, the path climbs up to the Giuseppe Federico Gmelin Belvedere, an observation point named after a German painter and engraver from who lived between the end of the 18th century and the beginning of the 19th. We thus continue towards Pennarossa, from where it is possible to enjoy a beautiful vista over the mountain and its environs.

An alternative of this itinerary starts instead from San Liberatore, a small town in Terni province. The town developed around an ancient Benedictine convent, which was then converted into a Franciscan monastery. Today, sadly, only the church of Santa Croce survives.

If you decide to set off from here, don't miss the Batteria natural park, which owes its name to an anti-aircraft cannon (batteria antiaerea). Some traces of the military installation are still visible today.

From Pennarossa, we descend towards Colle Raso, near the medieval village of Collestatte, another potential starting point of the trekking itinerary. The village's perimeter wall, still preserved in good state, encloses the Manassei palace, seat of the local town council, the church of San Pietro, and the 16th century belltower. A few miles away are the remains of one of the naves of the church of Santa Maria, a building dating from the high middle-ages.

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Explore this beautiful corner of Umbria, along the paths of the Nera River Natural Park and its rich vegetation.

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Monte Pulito, one of the hills surrounding Perugia, hosts Città della Domenica (Sunday City), the first family park in Italy and the biggest attraction in Umbria for children and adults.

 

The Città della Domenica park opened to the public for the first time in 1963 and covers an area of more than 45 hectares divided into a large nature area, a playground and attractions and a large reptile house.

Children will surely enjoy spending a day in a natural and peaceful environment that is unlike traditional amusement parks.

Along the paths of the Città della Domenica Wildlife Trail, visitors see and get closer to some types of Italian and European some protected species and farm animals: deer, mouflon, squirrels, chickens, fallow deer and many other animals live in freedom.

Once you arrive near the “Missile”, one of the most symbolic structures of the amusement park, you will enter the wildlife itinerary where you can see snowy owls, kangaroos, ostriches, Patagonian hares, yaks and llamas. The park mascot will greet you: the Asinara donkey, a sweet white donkey with blue eyes that has been saved from extinction thanks to the help of the Città della Domenica.

In addition to visiting the large area dedicated to animals, you can choose from a series of activities, games and themed entertainment. Your children will enjoy mini-karts and mini-slides, then the Trojan Horse and several slides, and you can share with them the most beautiful fairy tales in the Village of Pinocchio, the House of Little Red Riding Hood, the Castle of Sleeping Beauty and the House of Snow White.

To move around the Park you can ride the First Train of the Parks of Italy: take advantage of this to take you to worlds different from yours: from the Medieval Village and Fort Apache to the Farm you will find unique settings that will take you back to the time of ladies and knights, then to saloons and cowboys and then in a real farm.

Another important attraction of the City of Sunday is the Reptile House of Perugia, one of the largest and most important in Europe. Inside the tower, which covers about 1000 square meters, are habitats for crocodiles and snakes, safe habitats for visitors and animals, which respect the origin of different species: you can see many types of snakes, even the most poisonous and dangerous, in total safety and guided by accurate information sheets.

In addition, the Reptile House houses a fascinating skeleton of a crocodile dating back to the time of the dinosaurs and an evolutionary path, with prehistoric fossils (the oldest of which dates back to about a billion years ago and the most recent, a femur of Mammoth, to about a million years ago).

 

The park is generally open from March to November.

For information and opening times, visit www.cittadelladomenica.it

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A special day in the open air, with lots of space in nature, many animals and attractions that involve everyone in the family.

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Do you feel like spending a day outdoors in nature and also enjoy a visit to an area of great archaeological importance? Then Colfiorito Park is just the place for you! This area is the smallest protected zone in all of Umbria and famous for its mountain marshland. Colfiorito Park is of great historical, cultural and environmental importance and documents thousands of years of the history of man.

Begin your excursion along one of the many trails, over ancient and modern paths you'll be able to admire the Colfiorito marshlands, its flora, fauna and archaeological sites. All of the itineraries can be done on foot, on horseback or with a mountain bike, and they were designed for educational tourism as well.

Start out from the town of Pistia, where the old archaeological remains of Plestia are located. Plestia was a flourishing city that arose along the vital crossroads that connected the two sides of the Apennines. The inhabitants of these high plains were the Plestini, an ancient Italic people who lived here during the Iron Age. Archaeological digs brought to light some remains of the ancient city, including a forum located near the basilica of Santa Maria di Plestia.

If you would like to continue your journey back into time, follow the signs to Castelliere di Monte Orve, a fortified pre-Roman settlement with proto-urban characteristics and surrounded by a thick wall made with blocks of calcareous rock.

Don't forget to observe the landscape as you walk along the trails. The vegetation in this area is highly varied, but the main feature that distinguishes this zone are the wetlands. The entire area is ideal for observing nature, but some places are better than others for this activity: the nature observatory at the centre of the western end of the marsh and the little towns of Croce Cassicchio, Fonte Fontaccia and Fagiolaro.

The best time to watch the lively fauna of the wetlands is spring and autumn, and it's even better if you get there early in the morning.

Don't leave the Colfiorito area without pickingup a bag of red Colfiorito potatoes, the pride and joy of local agriculture, as are lentils and emmer wheat: you'll have all the ingredients to make a delicious soup!

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Colfiorito Park: nature and archaeology.
Spend a day out in the open where you can also take a trip into the past: visit Colfiorito Park, where the beauty of the scenery blends with areas of great archaeological importance.

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Binoculars, walking shoes and a notebook

From Foligno take the Statale 77 in the direction of Civitanova Marche, and when you reach the town of Colfiorito, look for directions to the Parco di Colfiorito. Only part of the nature Museum is currently open, awaiting final systematisation: here you can gain a better understanding of the balance of this ecosystem.
The day begins with a welcome from the guides: you will be introduced to information about the region and the bird life through an interactive journey. At this point, you get back in the car and take the local Forcatura road to reach the protected area of the Park. Remember to put your binoculars around your neck when you get out of the car, but more importantly, make sure you have properly waterproofed hiking shoes: you will certainly need them!

From March to September is the best time to observe the \"winged tenants\" of the marshlands, which occupy the most significant area of seven mountain basins, the bed of ancient lakes that have dried up both naturally and by the hand of man.
The first stop is at Casa del Mollaro, where a video station has been installed that broadcasts live images of some areas of the marsh itself. Among the unique characteristics of this place is the sinkhole, one of the many karst developments through which the waters flow out of the marsh sinking into the subsoil. Walking along the edges of the marsh you reach a hut for bird watching: a vantage point to appreciate rare or endangered species such as the Bittern, the Little Bittern, the Purple Heron or the Reed Warbler.
Throughout most of the year you can see Mallards, Coots, Moorhens, Grey Herons, Marsh Harriers and Penduline tits.

If you still have the energy and the time, there are other observation points in Fagiolaro, Croce Cassicchio and Fonte Fontaccia. In the period from May to June you should not miss out on the popular flowering of the fields painted in red, yellow, lilac and a thousand other sparkling shades. The best souvenir that can be found along the roads dotted with tractors and stalls is the celebrated Colfiorito red potato, a certified PGI product.

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Have you ever seen thousands of swallows in flight? During the breeding season for rare and endangered species, the Colfiorito Natural Park is the stopping place for birds such as Bitterns, Little Bitterns, Purple Herons and Reed Warblers: an unusual tour through the mountain marshland.

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If you love snow and want a worthy alternative to skis, we suggest an increasingly popular sport: the \"ciaspolata\". It is a hiking experience on snowshoes, used to walk on cold and slippery surfaces safely. Snowshoe hiking is a sport that recalls bygone days, when snowshoes were the only means available to move around in winter.

 

The most suitable area in Umbria to try out this experience is the area of Parco Nazionale dei Monti Sibillini near Castelluccio di Norcia. The Piana di Castelluccio, beautiful and enchanting not only during the ‘fiorita' (flowering) in summer, is frequently covered with snow (the plain is at circa 1350 metres above sea level) as is the adjacent Monte Vettore. The temperatures in winter are very cold and can even reach -30 degrees centigrade. These ideal conditions ensure there are heavy snowfalls, creating fantastic expanses suitable for snowshoe hiking. In this area you can choose between various trails and snowshoe hiking experiences, which will allow you to discover corners of the plain, or follow specific circular routes that surround the mountains.

 

You can choose whether to dedicate yourself to the pian Piccolo, from where you can see the village of Castelluccio and discover the beautiful woods that surround it, or whether to climb the trails along Vettore, which are more difficult with a greater difference in altitude. Alternatively, why not try one of the excursions organised at night or just as dusk settles: you will always remember the colours of the sun on the snow as it sets in one of the most enchanting landscapes in Italy.

Returning from the excursion, make the most of one of the lodges in the area, where you can warm yourself with a tasty bowl of soup made with local products (the Piana di Castelluccio is famous for its lentils and legumes).

Going around these locations with snowshoes \"forces\" you to walk slowly and fully savour every detail of the experience: the breath-taking scenery, the silence that surrounds you, the softness of the snow under your feet. These are all the hallmarks of a unique and unforgettable experience.

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In winter, the areas in and around the Parco Nazionale dei Monti Sibillini (Monti Sibillini National Park), are ideal for \"la ciaspolata\" - a snowshoe hike that brings together sport and nature.

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What happens to old or disused industrial machinery and sites? Industrial production follows periods of economic expansion and contraction, and in addition to economic cycles, obsolescence means that machinery is sometimes replaced by more technologically advanced equipment.

 

Very often the sad fate of industrial sites is to be abandoned, becoming unused and dilapidated. The city of Terni, sometimes called the 'Italian Manchester', is known for its industrial history and known above all for its steelworks sector. Some significant examples of Italy’s industrial heritage can be found in Terni.

 

One of the most important symbols, representing the industrial revolution of the 1800s is the Grande Pressa delle Acciaierie Ternane (The Terni Steelworks’ great press) in Piazza Dante, just in front of the railway station. It makes a strong visual impact: weighing 12,000 tons, it was built by the English company Davy Brothers, came into operation in 1935 and was decommissioned in 1993.

Other noteworthy industrial archaeology sites have been transformed into museums or film and multimedia centres, such as the interesting Arms Museum, located in the former Fabbrica d'Armi dell'Esercito (Army Arms Factory), whose foundation stone was laid in May 1875. The Museum of Light Weapons is not only an exhibition of arms, but highlights the great importance that their manufacture had in the economic and social developments of the city of Terni and Umbria in general.

The Galleto power station - designed by the architect Cesare Bazzani - also played a fundamental role in the industrial development of the city of Terni. Inaugurated in 1929, it was built to produce and supply electricity to steel mills and industries in the Terni area. The power station was able to make the most of the production potential of the rivers Nera and Velino and is still working today, belonging to Endesa Italy.

One of the most representative structures in the field of archaeology and industry, is the ex-Siri factory complex, today called CAOS - Centro Arti Opificio Siri. It is the result of the conversion of the former SIRI chemical factory, near the historic centre of the city. Today CAOS is a cultural centre dedicated to the enjoyment of the arts and creative production, as well as home to the Archaeological Museum and the Museum of Contemporary Art.

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A new form of contemporary art arises from the industrial vocation of the Terni area. Disused machinery and industrial sites acquire a second life, through architectural redevelopment or as important symbols of the period of first industrialization.

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Travelling with your own car certainly has its advantages: high-volume music, flexible timetables, and an itinerary tailored to your own desires. Once you have visited Città di Castello, you may decide to also explore the surrounding countryside. And chance has it that this is a rich and varied area with much to offer.

We begin by mentioning the Fontecchio spa, set in a park of centuries-old trees. It is said that the wife of Pliny the Elder used to love to bathe in these waters preserve her beauty. Still today, those seeking some relaxation or more specific treatments, or even just a place to jog, can find a haven here.

If you wish to continue by walking among English-style gardens and Mediterranean plants, don't miss the villa and park of Montesca, commissioned by Baron Leopoldo Franchetti and his wife Alice Hallgarten.

In the locality of San Giustino, on the other hand, only 12 km from the town centre, you will find the Bufalini castle, which dates from the second half of the 15th century. Its original function was to defend the lands belonging to the Papal States and bordering with Tuscany and the Marche. Only one century later was it transformed into an aristocratic residence. A bothanical labyrinth and paintings by Gherardi add to the preciousness of this gem.

As a religious destination, we recommend a visit to the sanctuary dedicated to the Virgin Mary located on the hill of Canoscio. The building was erected in the 19th century by architect Giuseppe Baldeschi in the same locality where, centuries earlier, there used to be a chapel. The fresco of the Madonna del Transito decorating the interior of the sanctuary was derived from that earlier structure and repainted by Annibale Gatti.

The Pieve (Parish-house) of Saddi was built in the same place where St. Crescentino was martyred: he was a young Roman soldier who lost his life defending the Christian faith. Also dedicated to him is the oratory in the small town of Morra, where you can find the astoundingly beautiful frescos by the painter Luca Signorelli, born in the city of Cortona. Some sketches belonging to this series are preserved in the Uffizi in Florence and in the Louvre in Paris.

Da vedere in quest'area: Città di Castello, Bocca Serriola, San Giustino, Terme di Fontecchio, Santuario del Belvedere.

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Not just towers and museums: here is an itinerary that will let you admire sanctuaries, archaeological digs and parks enshrined in the greenery, just a few miles from Città di Castello.

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The itinerary starts from the Roman amphitheatre in Gubbio and continues along the mountains overlooking Sant'Ubaldo. It is only 20 kilometres, but the change in elevation means that it is classified as difficult, although it is one of the easiest in this category: if you are feeling adventurous, you can try and tackle it even if you are not an experienced biker.. Of course a bit of training is necessary.
The first climb starts after few kilometres: an atmospheric hill up through a narrow valley to reach the small church of the Madonna del Sasso. The trail becomes steeper after the church and will take you to the central part of the route, characterised by a long dirt hillside stretch with a breathtaking view of Mount Cucco and the entire Apennines between Umbria and Marche.
After this, you climb again for a few kilometres before taking a fun single track through the woods towards the last climb of the trail, which will lead you to the Sant'Ubaldo Basilica, where Gubbio's \"ceri\" (candles) are stored during the year.

From here, you continue downhill along the dirt road used during the race of the \"Ceri\" in May, a charming route with a fantastic view of Gubbio.

The road ends just above the Palazzo Ducale and Palazzo del Duomo, from where you can descend towards Gubbio's town centre. Remember to visit the hanging gardens and stroll along Corso Garibaldi before heading back to the starting point.

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This trail is very interesting from a cultural and naturalistic point of view. It starts from the Roman amphitheatre in Gubbio and continues along the ridge that separates Gubbio from Costacciaro and Sigillo, passing the charming Sant'Ubaldo Basilica.

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Comfortable shoes, water and an urge to explore: that’s what you need to enjoy the best of Umbria. Among the best itineraries immersed in the greenery, we recommend the one starting at the Rio Grande Park, few kilometres from Amelia. From here, head then towards Sambucetole, a territory rich in history and culture rising on a hill and still keeping its original hexagonal plan.

The itinerary, suitable for trekking as well as mountain bikes, presents some hard stretches, characterized by steep climbs and a bumpy surface. For this reason, it’s recommended for well trained bikers and walkers.

From the Rio Grande Park, better known as Lago Vecchio (Old Lake), head towards Sambucetole and start a quite steep climb on a dirt road. From here, short stretches of asphalt alternate with others in the forest, but the effort is rewarded by the view over the town of Amelia. Even if far away, you can see the city walls, the cathedral and the church of St. Augustine, as well as the country church of the Lady of Five Sources who, according to an ancient legend, would have also offered a shelter to St. Francis.

After travelling about 5 km, turn left until you reach the first real tough climb of the journey. The road is rocky, a dfficult surface for bike tires.

With the climb completed at km 7.7, relax and enjoy the view over the characteristic village of Collicello. This small town, almost a guardian along the Amerina Road, is an ideal place to recover your energies and refill waterbottles at a small fountain located near the entrance gate.

Leaving the village, continue your journey towards Frattuccia. Start the second climb of the itinerary that ends at the km 17. In the midst of trees and dappled forest light, take the path towards Macchie and start the descent. From this moment on, the route to the town of Amelia is easier.

Always paying attention to the ground that can be rough, at km 22 you will find the small town of Macchie, that became famous because it hosted Federico Barbarossa during his trip down to Rome. After a short stretch on the asphalt, go back to the dirt road and turn right by following the directions for the farmhouse Rocca Basso.

Go on for some kilometres on a plateau along a spectacular stretch winding its way through meadows and pastures. Afterwards you will enter the road of Cavallerizza, where you can enjoy the shadow of the holm oaks and benefit from the picnic area. By going on down along the path, go back again to the Rio Grande Park, so return to our starting point.

 

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A journey for lovers of trekking, mountain bike and horseback excursions in Umbria's charming forests.

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Umbria was a fundamental part of the Italian journey of these fortunate young men, who had the possibility to enrich their cultural education by getting to know several different environments and experiencing them personally.

Art, literature, history, traditions, music, theatre and much more: the aim was to immerse oneself in a completely different culture from one's own to obtain a personal treasure.

We can claim that travelling for tourism has its roots in the Grand Tour phenomenon, which in Umbria concerned particularly the Terni and Narni areas, as well as the Orvieto territories. They say that the term Grand Tour was used for the first time by the Englishman Richard Lassels in his guide ‘The Voyage of Italy' in 1670.

By descending the peninsula from the North towards Rome, travelers crossed Umbria along the Flaminia Road, passing through the Apennines, heading to the Cascata delle Marmore (Marmore Waterfall) and then towards the towns of Terni and Narni. We advise you to retrace this interesting itinerary to admire those wonders which attracted a lot of young men over those years, including many English, French and German people.

Start from the Marmore Waterfall, among the highest in Europe, a true natural spectacle. An imposing rush of foam, in which the waters of the Velino river fall 165 meters into the Nera river. It is possible to observe the waterfall either from below through a panoramic itinerary, or from above in the Belvedere area.

Then follow the Velino river flow to the Lago di Piediluco (Piediluco Lake), its mirror-like surface recalling an alpine lake surrounded by greenery, offering a beautiful panorama in a peaceful atmosphere. From the lake waters arise a cone-shaped mountain known as Eco mountain. The nickname is due to the exceptional phenomenon that can repeat up to two hendecasyllables.

Then head towards Terni, that has been defined by Goethe as a \"town in a delightful location, which I admired with pleasure during a tour I just made. It is located at the beginning of a beautiful level ground, between mountains made of calcareous rock. As Bologna on the opposite side, so Terni over here lies down at the foot of a mountain chain\". In the Grand Tour era, Terni enjoyed a certain reputation as an area full of orange groves. It is hard to confirm, since some written records with rather conflicting information on the matter survive.

Then continue on to wonderful Narni, above Narni Scalo, where you will be able to visit the Ponte Romano di Augusto (Roman Bridge of Augustus), a work that, like all Roman ruins, evokes the greatness of the eternal city. Take time to enjoy a walk in the historical center of Narni, with its churches and the Rocca Albornoziana (Albornoz Fortress). And if you have enough time, don't miss out a visit to the Narni Sotterranea (Narni Underground).

The last Umbrian stop on the Flaminia Road is Otricoli, where you will be able to visit the interesting Parco Archeologico (Archeological Park), a small gem for history buffs.

This itinerary will take you back in time, to relive all the atmosphere of discoveries made through travel, exactly as at the era of the Grand Tour.

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The Grand Tour concept is similar to the idea of the sabbatical year. It was a long journey around Europe taken by the young well-off aristocrats from the 17th century onwards. A constant of this long itinerary was that Italy – including Umbria – has always represented the last stage of this exciting adventure. 

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History, art and a little bit of mystery meet in the belly of the town of Narni to offer its visitors a unique itinerary, full of wonders: we suggest a guided itinerary discovering underground Narni.

 

The route begins in the complesso conventuale di S. Domenico (a monastery) with the entrance in a charming hypogea-church with a single nave: the walls, partly dug out of the rock, are covered with frescoed plasterwork. The oldest of these fresco cycles date back to the 12th century, the period when the building was constructed. Inside the church you will find a brick passage way: cross it and you will arrive in a room which contains a Roman cistern which was used to collect rainwater. You will find yourself in what was probably a domus. Take the next tunnel along: you will arrive in a room of pink and white rock, beneath the apse of San Domenico, which was the site of the court of the Holy Inquisition. Look around, you will find a small cell whose walls shows graffiti of a devotional nature, others connected to judicial events, others with an esoteric meaning. Your visit continues in the underground area of the church of Santa Maria Impensole, above which a church was built in the eighth century. Later a Romanesque church was built over it. Your route ends inside Lacus, the great early medieval cistern located under the fountain of piazza Garibaldi, formerly piazza del Lago.

 

The route dedicated to underground Narni has come to an end, but you can enjoy another experience, which is of great interest from a speleological point of view: a visit to the acquedotto della Formina. This is a Roman aqueduct, probably built in 27 A.D. during the reign of Tiberius. The aqueduct is about 13 km long and it winds along the slopes of the Narni hills, through three mountains and even crosses some rivers. You can walk along a 700 metre long conduit, admiring the fantastic flowstones and then exit via a steep spiral staircase that is carved into the rock, from a well that is 18 metres deep. Visits to the aqueduct can only be made from May to October, and are subject to booking (you will find all the necessary information on the website (http://www.narnisotterranea.it/).

 

The visit to Narni Sotterranea lasts for about an hour and a half, whilst the one to the aqueduct lasts three hours: you'll have just enough time to visit beautiful Narni and try the delicious local pastries and cakes, famous for their ancient origins.

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Discovering underground Narni: ancient churches, tunnels, cells and Roman cisterns await you on a journey of hidden treasures

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Genuine flavours and peasant traditions: a dream? No, it's all real, and it has a name: Terni. Let us take you to discover this ancient land between the rivers Nera and Serra. The town was the birthplace of Emperor Marcus Claudius Tacitus, and of the writer Cornelius Tacitus.

Always ahead of its time, this was one of the first places in Italy to develop modern industry, to the point of earning the nickname of la Manchester nostrale – ‘our very own Manchester'. Sadly, many of its monuments were destroyed in the second world war, and its architecture underwent deep modifications in the postwar period.

It is however still possible to visit the Duomo, built in the 17th century, and the church of San Salvatore, erected over the pre-existing Roman age Temple of the Sun, as well as Palazzo Spada, and the Lancia di Luce obelisk by sculptor Arnaldo Pomodoro. But the true attraction of the area, located only 6 kilometres from Terni's historic centre, is the Marmore Waterfall, a true paradise for nature lovers and extreme sports enthusiasts.

If you're looking for a more flavour-oriented break, you can try the delicious local savoury cheese bread, eaten with the local capocollo, a kind of cured pork similar to prosciutto, which can be tasted also with an herb omelette or roast lamb. If you're in Terni during Christmas, you will find more delicacies to sample: pasta with chickpeas, cauliflower fritters, sweet tagliatelle, and cappelletti.

The Terni area in particular is also famous for the leccarda guinea fowl, which draws its name from the container located beneath the meat, to collect drippings as it is spit-roasted.

This area also produces some of the Colli Amerini D.O.C. wines in the environs of the towns of Calvi dell'Umbria, Otricoli, Montecastrilli, Narni, Terni, and Sangemini.

We next head to Narni, another gem of the region's culinary offer. Quality food lovers will be able to taste unique cheese products, mushrooms, wild asparagus, and truffles. But the truly unmissable delicacies here are the manfricoli pasta, skewers loaded with game, pancetta, roast thrushes.

The king of condiments around here is without doubt extra-virgin olive oil. We recommend the following wines: Ciliegiolo, Verdetto, Carsulae white, and Castello di Albornoz. 

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A journey into the green heart of Umbria, between the Marmore Waterfall and historic towns of Roman origin. Discover the culinary excellence of Terni and Narni, and more.

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The itinerary we suggest today ticks all the boxes. By following our recommendations, you will be able to fully enjoy the beauty of Umbria between nature, sport, and of course good food. If you have a free weekend, you can start with a bang in Orvieto, a reference point for the production of excellent olive oil and quality wine. You absolutely cannot miss the Enoteca Regionale (the regional wine association) where you will be able to get to know the techniques by which the precious nectar is produced.

Orvieto is also a cultural gem. The Duomo, with its magnificent facade and the stupendous frescoes within, definitely deserves a visit, as do the subterranean city, the Pozzo di San Patrizio, and the Necropoli del Crocifisso del Tufo.

Dive into sports on the second day, as we head towards Lake Corbara. This is a real heaven for sports lovers: have fun here kayaking, canyoning, sport fishing, orienteering, and horse-back trekking.

If you still want more, we recommend a visit to Todi as your last stop. The town's inhabitants are fond of calling it ‘the more than ideal city'. It is located atop a hill not far from the valley of the Tiber River. Its centre is enclosed behind walls dating back from Etruscan, Roman, and Medieval times. The treasures to be found within include the Palazzo Comunale, the Palazzo del Popolo, the Museo Lapidario, the Pinacoteca Civica, and, lastly, the Duomo, erected over the remains of a building dedicated to the god Apollo.

Having finished this itinerary, it's time to satisfy your hunger. Local specialties naturally include delicacies such as pan caciato, a round bread baked with nuts, cheese, and raisins; roast wild pigeon alla ghiotta; spit-roasted pigeons. Accompanying these delicious dishes you will find a bottle of Grechetto DOC, a typical fruity white wine which was beloved even by Pliny the Elder. 

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Nature, history, traditions: Orvieto, Corbara, and Todi will surprise you with their artistic and culinary qualities. Here are some suggestions to experience the best this land has to offer.

 

 

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La Valnerina è la valle del fiume Nera, un corso d’acqua che ha le sue sorgenti sui Monti Sibillini, nelle Marche, ma che scorre prevalentemente in Umbria, del quale attraversa da est a ovest la parte meridionale. È una zona ricca di storia, di tradizioni e con un paesaggio molto caratteristico, dove nonostante l’industrializzazione dell’Ottocento e del Novecento non è difficile perdersi nella natura incontaminata.
In questo territorio si alternano imponenti masse rocciose, boschi, e vallate molto fertili con numerosi pascoli, aziende agricole e campi coltivati. Non è un caso, infatti, che le principali risorse economiche di questa zona siano state da sempre l'agricoltura e la pastorizia, motivo per cui, tutt'oggi, vanta un gran numero di prodotti tipici.
Norcia è la patria della norcineria, l’arte di lavorazione delle carni suine che alla città deve il proprio nome: nella zona sono ancora numerose le cosiddette \"norcinerie\", botteghe in cui lavorano i “norcini”, cioè gli addetti alla lavorazione delle carni di maiale secondo il metodo tradizionale. Se nelle norcinerie si producono tutti i tipi di insaccati, dal salame al capocollo, dalla lonza ai tanti altri prodotti unici della tradizione norcina, il prodotto tipico per eccellenza e tra i più conosciuti di Norcia è il prosciutto di Norcia, dal 1998 marchio IGP.
I tesori della Valnerina si nascondono anche nei boschi. Il prodotto della terra per eccellenza, il tartufo, rappresenta un altro fiore all'occhiello della zona e dell’intera Regione. Le specie di tartufi presenti in Valnerina sono ben tre: Il Tartufo Nero Pregiato di Norcia, il Tartufo Estivo e il Tartufo Invernale. L'abbondanza di questo prodotto nei boschi di questo territorio è il motivo per cui entra spesso nelle ricette della tradizione gastronomica umbra: è usato come condimento per la pasta, per donare sapori particolari a formaggi e insaccati, o per preparare piatti come l'agnello al tartufo nero, sintesi perfetta delle tradizioni della Valnerina. Per gli amanti del tartufo, l’appuntamento da non perdere è la Mostra Mercato del Tartufo Nero di Norcia, organizzata ogni Febbraio.

Dirigendosi verso la zona dell'Altopiano di Chiavano, al confine con il Lazio, è facile incontrare numerosi pascoli, destinati agli allevamenti sia di bovini da latte che di ovini. Sono ancora visibili gli antichi percorsi della transumanza, che i pastori percorrevano quando in inverno emigravano verso le pianure del Lazio, per poi tornare in altura con la bella stagione. Tra i formaggi d'eccellenza di questa zona si distinguono il pecorino, la ricotta salata della Valnerina, il formaggio al Tartufo Nero di Norcia e allo Zafferano Purissimo di Cascia.
Con una proposta gastronomica come questa, è impossibile non visitare la Valnerina. Lasciatevi trascinare dai profumi e dai sapori dei suoi prodotti tipici e ne resterete piacevolmente sorpresi!

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La Valnerina: viaggio tra norcini, tartufari e casari. 

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Your hike begins in Norcia, the birthplace of the Patron Saint of Europe, St. Benedict, set in the lovely Sibillini Mountains. The appeal of Norcia lies in its many narrow streets and alleys, in the little squares with fountains, the orchards and fenced-in gardens, the aristocratic palazzos adjacent to convent walls or public buildings. Stroll around, look at the towers, at the gates that interrupt the imposing medieval city walls, still perfectly conserved in the shape of a heart. Put on your most comfortable walking shoes and set off on your hike from the main square of Norcia, Piazza San Benedetto. The piazza was built in 1869 to give the town a new urban layout. Look around you at the Palazzo Comunale (City Hall). The staircase guarded by two marble lions and the upper level of the building date back to the XIII century.

Leave town by the Porta Romana and follow the signs that point to Perugia and Rome. Just outside the walls, turn right at the crossroads. Leave the main road and turn onto the street on the left. Soon after, get on the dirt road and follow the white/red trail markers. At the juncture with the paved road, cross to the other side and continue upwards. Continue along the dirt road on the right staying left and go straight at the fork, then left onto the trail. At the next encounter with the paved road, continue on the trail in front of you until you reach

Forca d'Ancarano. Take a break here to visit the sanctuary, a pre-Christian place of worship marked by the remains of a temple. It's a beautiful place to eat your packed lunch, perhaps a sandwich made with the delicious cured meats (norcineria) this area is so famous for.

After having visited the sanctuary, get on the dirt road on the right and then stay left following the trail markers, going uphill on a cement road. Go towards Campi Vecchio and, before reaching the town, take the street that descends to the left. After the Church of Sant'Antonio, turn right and then left, and left again after some 100 metres. Here you will find the Church of San Salvatore. Now continue to your left and follow the signs for the Abbey of Sant'Eutizio, today's final destination. The beauty of the abbey will surprise you. It seems to rise out of the rocky mountain side, while the other buildings of the abbey are nestled in the verdant green more typical of Umbrian hills.

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How would you like to go for a healthy walk in the lovely green of the Valnerina? The starting point is Norcia and the destination is 14 km further on, Sant'Eutizio, an abbey that looks like a castle nestled in the beautiful Apennine mountains. 

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Descrizione Percorso
Questo itinerario di 48 chilometri e 750 metri di dislivello si può considerare di media difficoltà per via dei continui saliscendi e, in particolare, per la salita di Panicale che dovrai ripercorrere per due volte, da due differenti versanti.

Da Panicale si scende in direzione del lago Trasimeno attraverso una strada con pochissim traffico che ti permetterà di ammirare affascinanti scorci sul lago alternati al verde dei campi coltivati e delle colline circostanti.

Dopo alcuni chilometri percorsi in riva al lago, ti allontani dirigendoti verso sud per toccare i piccoli borghi di Mugnano, famoso per i muri dipinti, e Fontignano, dove si trova la tomba del pittore Perugino, prima di tornare a Panicale attraverso una salita tra gli ulivi, che grazie ad una serie di tornanti lascia anche qualche tratto di respiro.

Qui potrai decidere se fermarti o continuare la pedalata per raggiungere Paciano, uno dei \"borghi più belli d'Italia\": la strada panoramica e la bellezza del centro storico ti ripagheranno della fatica…

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Un percorso che prende il via dal borgo medioevale di Panicale e si sviluppa a sud del Lago Trasimeno, offrendo la possibilità di scoprire bellezze artistiche e paesaggistiche

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Route description

The route is 75 kilometres long with an altitude difference of 1200 metres, but the really challenging part is in the middle, right after Assisi, with the long climb up to San Presto followed by an up-and-down ride to Casa Castalda. From here onwards, the road is almost always downhill or flat. If you feel like a climb and have a taste for discovery, from Assisi take a detour towards the top of Mount Subasio, a serious climb of over 10 kilometres, with an average steepness of more than 8%.

One of the most evocative sections of the route is Assisi, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where you will not want to miss the Great Fortress and the beauty of the old town, with the Basilica di Santa Chiara , the San Domenico convent and the splendid Basilica di San Francesco

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This itinerary starts in the immediate periphery of Perugia and follows the hills above Assisi, a city famous among pilgrims worldwide, offering an extraordinary mix of spirituality, art and natural beauty

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Throughout Umbria, Easter recalls old celebrations, in particular religious rituals without forgetting more festive traditions.

 

Easter time is a moment that brings with it a deep spirituality and mysticism, where religious rituals are full of deep meanings which have their roots in a religious faith but also in many old popular celebrations and in the rural culture, which celebrates awakening nature and a new life cycle beginning.

Holy Week celebrations do have a long history in the whole of Umbria, told by its religious rituals and not only, really unique and peculiar which do involve every place, from the small village to the capital city.

In Assisi, Easter is surely a moment of great intensity: Easter Triduum rituals are among the more characteristic of Umbria. On Holy Thursday in the S.Rufino Cathedral takes place the Scavigliazione (the Deposition from the Cross), a tradition that is inspired by a fourteenth-century laud about the Passion called “Scavigliazione Laud”. On Holy Friday morning, the Death Christ is moved to the S.Francesco Basilica with a route that reaches principal convents. At night, with the town illuminated by torches, kicks off the suggestive Brotherhoods Procession, to whom do take part all old Assisi confraternities: from S.Rufino you go to the S.Francesco Basilica and then bring back the Death Christ to the Cathedral. In these two sanctuaries is celebrated the Memorial that ends with the Mass. Easter Sunday starts with the inevitable Umbrian Easter breakfast.

A fourteenth-century tradition takes place on Holy Friday in Bevagna with the Death Christ Procession. The Confraternity of Mercy components, in black tunic and purple cordon, they walk with torches lights along the village streets, in a very emotional representation creating a mystic atmosphere. The main characters of this procession are the three Cross-Bearers (representing Jesus Christ dressed in red and the two Thieves dressed in black), the Virgin and Veronica, the Confraternity of Mercy and the three Mary. The Cross-Bearers wear on their heads a thorny crown and a cord on their neck and they carry out barefoot with a cadenced gait, accompanied by the sound of chains. On Easter Sunday will take place the Run of Risen Christ: the Christ wooden statue is carried on the shoulder by four Confraternity members, from the Seminar Church to San Michele Arcangelo church; when the Gloria is sung this statue is rushed along the central nave of the church up to the high altar. In the afternoon is celebrated the Rinchinata, the reunion between the Christ and the Virgin Mary statues: when they will bow (carriers will bow provoking the contact among the statues), church bells will ring in celebration. nbsp

In Città della Pieve, into the suggestive Palazzo Orca underground, on Easter Sunday and Monday are represented some Living Pictures. Passion, Death and Resurrection Christ topics are represented by about 40 figurants, with some scenes focused on the Last Supper, on the Garden of Gethsemani, on the Ecce Homo, on the Flagellation, on the Mercy of the Death Christ and on the Resurrection. These scenes are inspired by the examples of Italian pictorial tradition, specifically by that one of the seventeenth-century: a tribute to the artistic wealth of the city that gave birth to Perugino and Antonio Circignani also called “il Pomarancio. Scenes are particularly exciting because of its careful reconstruction based on the Holy History. nbsp

The Death Christ Procession of Città di Castello does have an old tradition over eight hundred years. For this event old town lights are turned off; the procession, high heat lit up, is formed by the religious authorities, among which the Buon Consiglio Confraternity members that have a centuries-old connection with dead men and with the Passion of Christ. In the past, indeed, they were in charge of human remains transport, in fact they were called “Company of the Good Death”. The members of Buon Consiglio Confraternity have inherited this accompanying role of the Christ Deposition simulacrum, carrying out the old tradition of the Holy Friday procession.

In Gubbio, the Death Christ Procession is a symbolic representation of the Passion and Death of Christ which involves over the centuries the social and cultural fabric of the Stone City. This procession is opened by brethren clothed in sackcloth who do play the “battistrangole” (instruments that provoke a scrap metal sound), followed by brethren that bring the skull representing the Golgotha and Passion symbols. Then the Death Christ and Our Lady of Sorrow statues, wooden sculptures of local craftsmanship, they walk together. Behind the statues the singers intone the “Miserere”, a popular song passed down through oral tradition. This procession crosses the main streets of the town, starting by nightfall from S.Domenico Church in Giordano Bruno Square, and during its passage some big fires are lit in certain points of the route.

In the old village of Montone are still alive any medieval traditions with the Donation of the Holy Thorn, a historical evocation sponsored by Unesco which does celebrate the old County of Braccio da Montone.
Between the 1470 and the 1477 Carlo Fortebracci for his military virtues inherited from his father, the famous Braccio Fortebraccio, fighting in the service of the Republic of Venice he received a Thorn of Jesus crown, which brought as a gift to Montone; he decreed the celebration on Easter Monday. According to legend this Thorn flourished on Holy Friday emanating a sweet scent: the attraction was so strong to attract thousands of pilgrims. From 1798 the Holy Thorn is guarded by sisters into the S.Agnese Convent and it is shown twice a year: on Easter Monday and on August in occasion of a historical evocation of the Thorn donation, when the three districts will challenge to win the Palio and to elect their own Castellana, who in the history was Margherita Malatesta from Rimini wife of the Earl Carlo, to finish then with the Grand Historical Pageant Gift of the Holy Thorn.

During the Way of the Cross, Spello, indeed, becomes an open-air art gallery: its fourteen stations that celebrate the Passion of Christ become source of inspiration for international and national artists, who realize some paintings to place in the most significant locations of the old town according to catholic iconography that reminds the stages of the Christ sentenced to death towards the Getzemani Mount. In this Auteur Cross of the Way, from S.Andrea Church to S.Lorenzo Church, the fourteen stations do become stops in front of the paintings, in a dimension where spirituality, emotion, participation and culture do create a really unique atmosphere. You can admire these pieces during the whole Holy Week.

Montefalco does have a festive tradition, that one of the Risen Christ Gloria. This is the evocation of an old religious and popular tradition: on the Holy Saturday night, the wonderful eighteenth-century wooden statue of the Risen Christ burst forth into the S.Bartolomeo Church which, as if by magic, is ignited of lights while all the town bells ringing.

There are many traditions connected to those ones most popular which symbolically celebrate the joy of the “rebirth” and the start of a new life cycle. Like that one of Pietralunga, where on Easter Sunday along the square citizens will challenge in an egg contest with the Tocciata: players are placed in the middle of the square with an egg on their hand and alternately they hit that one of the opponent; who remains with the egg intact go ahead in the competition. According to tradition who wins, will bring home the opponent eggs and they are shared with the family during Easter lunch.

Also in Ferentillo the contest with eggs blows is the protagonist of Lu Ciuccittu: the three Matterella Terzieri, Sacrato and Borzino will compete in three games among the Easter Sunday and Easter Monday to win the field golden Egg…while all eggs used during the game do end up in the final classic truffle omelet!

In Panicale indeed, on Easter Monday, will take place the traditional game of the Ruzzolone, which consists in throwing a big piece of cheese making it rolling around on the floor as a wheel. Wraps itself the piece with a canvas bandage equipped with a wooden handle, you let swing the cheese wrapped in the bandage firmly kept with your hand by your side and then you throw it with such force and precision along the set route. The winner is who gets first the goal with the whole cheese and with fewer launches.

Easter time celebrations ended with La Sbeccia which does take place on Holy Tuesday in Spello: it is the celebration of Our Lady most dear to inhabitants of the village. According to historic tradition, the wooden image of the Virgin which is venerated in the S.Lorenzo Church was gifted to Spello citizens from S.Bernardino from Siena in the 1483. It is the custom for Foligno people, during the afternoon of this day, to travel to Spello to celebrate the “Sbeccica”…and to taste the vernaccia, a typical sweet wine of this area.

 

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Città di Castello still today preserves a few stretches of its famous 16th century city walls which spread along the valley of the river Tiber, precisely where the Romans once built the municipium of Tifernum Tiberinum.

Enshrining an invaluable cultural, religious and historical heritage, the town is still today considered a crucial reference point for ancient and Renaissance history, to the point of hosting a number of events and folk festivals.

The tour in Città di Castello starts from the 14th century Porta Sant'Andrea. We then walk up the tower of San Giacomo. The heart of the tour is without doubt the Palace of the Podestà which looks onto piazza Matteotti. The building is credited to Angelo da Orvieto, although today only one of the façades actually dates from the 1300s, whilst the other one and the loggias were built later, in the 17th century.

Worth of a visit is the charming Pinacoteca Comunale, one of Umbria's most important picture galleries. Important artworks are displayed in its over 20 rooms, such as Raphael's Stendardo della Santissima Trinità, or the Martyrdom of St. Sebastian by Luca Signorelli.

If you are instead keen on ancient crafts and artisanship, you must not miss the Collezione Tessile di Tele Umbra, hosted in the Tommasini palace. This is a veritable museum of fabric, developed with the aim of protecting and promoting this characteristic local production. Here it is possible to closely admire unique pieces such as carpets and tapestries, as well as the instruments that were used during the various phases of their manufacture.

And after many hours of walking and beauty, we can also find the time to rest in front of a good baggiana, a local soup made of beans, tomatoes, and basil, and served with a tigella, a kind of flatbread which is usually enjoyed with cold-cuts and cheeses.

Other local products worth tasting are the white truffle of Città di Castello, and chestnuts. 

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An itinerary within the historic centre of Città di Castello, an ideal destination for lovers of history and culture, just north of Perugia.

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Into the Narni’s underground, in the Lacus, an ancient environment of over 800 years ago, you will find an exciting path with which you can discover the fun aspect of speleology, but also its importance in researching new water sources.

You can conclude the tour of Narni’s underground with a special experience! The Lacus is an underground environment of the 1200 with stone vault and some remains of a floor in opus spicatum (spiked work). Inside this big and suggestive place it has been set up an indoor adventure trail really unique: NarniAdventures. 

Here you’ll compare yourself, in complete safety, with rope bridges, cable car, climbing wall. But as well as the adventure excitement, you’ll discover the importance of the water through many reproductions, photos, educational panels, a waterfall and the possibility to walk the upper passage in an environment with the typical features of a cave.

The main goal is that of introducing the speleology as entertainment and adventure, and in its feature of researching new important water supply sources.

NarniAdventures is open on:
Saturday from 11.00 a.m. to 6.00 p.m.
Sunday and festive from 10.00 a.m. to 6.00 p.m.

Extra openings:
April 20th – 23rd – 24th – 26th – 27th – 29th – 30th from 11.00 a.m. to 06.00 p.m.
April 21st – 22nd – 25th – 28th from 10.00 a.m. to 06.00 p.m.
May 1st – 5th – 12th from 10.00 a.m. to 06.00 p.m. 
May 4th – 11th from 11.00 a.m. to 06.00 p.m.
Route starts every 30 minutes; children must be minimum 130 cm tall.

For further information:
https://www.narnisotterranea.it/narniadventures-2/

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Rope bridges, cable car, climbing wall: adventure lives in a suggestive hypogeum of the 1200.

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Today they are three small districts of the Municipality of Spoleto, during the Middle Age considered as important centers to control the territory of the Contado and the trade routes.

Total length of the route: approx. 21 km
(Eggi-Bazzano inferiore approx. 4 km; Bazzano inferiore-Silvignano approx. 8 km; Silvignano-Eggi approx. 9 km)

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A short historic itinerary to know Eggi, Bazzano Inferiore and Silvignano: today three small districts of the Municipality of Spoleto, during the Middle Age considered as important centers to control the territory of the Contado and the trade routes.

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There's no better way to get to know a city that walking along its streets and popping into hidden alleys. Here are some routes that will help you get to know the beauty of the ancient city of Perugia.

The \"Flag of Italy\" walk in the heart of the historical centre is an itinerary that leads to piazzas and streets dedicated to the heroes of the Risorgimento and the fight for independence. From the old Rocca Paolina fortress you will reach Piazza Italia lined with elegant 1800s buildings and then continue on to Borgo XX Giugno. From Porta San Costanzo walk down via Roma to reach Piazza Garibaldi; then walk along viale Indipendenza, via Caporali and via Bonazzi to reach Piazza della Repubblica. From here, enjoy the classic Perugian pastime of the vasca, or strolling down the main Corso Vannucci, to the Cathedral of San Lorenzo on Piazza IV Novembre and then finish your excursion with a walk down Via dei Priori.

The Senses route of echoes and old memories starts at the old Rocca Paolina fortress and, walking along Via Oberdan, you'll reach Piazza Matteotti, where you go down Via Alessi, and then Via della Viola to get to know the real heart of Perugia. Continue down Via Pinturicchio which curves onto the panoramic Via Cesare Battisti. The route continues on Via della Sposa, Via della Cupa, Via Caporali and ends at Piazza della Repubblica.

Walking from water source to fountain is a 5 km walk that follows the underground water system of the city. It starts at the most famous of fountains, Fontana Maggiore on Piazza IV Novembre, and leads to the Fontana di Via Maestà delle Volte, the fountain at the Etruscan Arch and the fountain at Piscinello to end at the fountain of Piazza Italia. The walk to discover the smaller water sources, on the other hand, lets you enjoy gorgeous views of the landscape that surrounds the city.

To get to know A new Perugia: the secret rooms, start at the what was once the old Church of Santa Maria della Misericordia, on via Oberdan. During your walk you'll see Piazza San Francesco and the 14th century church of Sant'Ercolano and, finally the Basilica di San Domenico, which houses a funerary monument of Pope Benedict XI.

To enjoy nature in the centre of Perugia, follow the The nature park of the historic centre route that starts at the Piazza dell'Università and travel back into time with a tour that, with gorgeous views and Etruscan digs, will let you enjoy the historical phases of the city.

(For more information and routes, visit www.trekkingurbano.info).

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Perugia: a city whose thousand beautiful attributes can be discovered walking along its streets and alleys. Choose the route that most interests you and set off to learn about the history and culture of Perugia and its citizens.

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Discover the beautiful natural landscape around Castelluccio: a relaxed trip amongst beech-trees, woods and water basins in the heart of Umbria.

Length: about 3 km

Duration: about 2 hours

Highest elevation: irrelevant

Difficulty level: easy

Are you looking for a spring itinerary? Or a suitable path for snowshoeing with friends? In either case, this is the place for you: let us take you to the environs of Castelluccio, one of Umbria's greenest gems.

The starting point is the Pian Grande, a natural plain criss-crossed by paths and ancient mule-tracks. Near pastures, the area also features beech-tree woods, which are still stunning even though they have diminished in size over time.

The area, completely uninhabited save for two farms, originated with the sinking of the limestone ground surface. This event is testified by the Margani trench, which we come across on our trip. Continuing down our path, we reach the so-called Inghiottitoio (‘swallower'), a rocky depression which holds rain-water and snow-melt.

This itinerary is suitable for expert walkers but also for amateurs: the path can be taken on even by those with little track-record and lasts about two hours. nbsp

 

 

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A brief itinerary uncovering the area's karst geological origin.

 

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Partenza e arrivo: Città di Castello
Distanza: 45,5 km
Dislivello: 750 metri
Difficoltà: medio
Fondo stradale: asfalto
Bici consigliata: strada
Da vedere in zona: Città di Castello, Monte Santa Maria Tiberina, Lippiano, Monterchi, Citerna.


The ride is relatively short, but the climbs in the central section of the ride (which is also the most fascinating part) justify its inclusion among the medium-grade routes. The starting point is Viale Nazzario Sauro, just outside the old city walls, and from here you ride in the direction of Cortona and Trestina. Just past the bridge over the River Tiber, bear left and follow the same signs (to Cortona and Trestina) as far as the village of San Secondo. As you come into San Secondo, via a narrow double bend in the road, turn sharp right (km. 7.2) in the direction of Monte Santa Maria Tiberina, a delightful medieval village representing the highest point on this particular route, situated as it is on the very top of a hill overlooking the surrounding Umbrian and Tuscan valleys. 

Before you get to the beginning of the climb up to the village, there is a fairly flat section of minor road winding through the extremely rural landscape. The climb, which begins at km. 13.6, is some 4 kilometres long, although the gradient is never more than 6 or 7%, and it offers some superb views over the surrounding countryside, as you ride up through delightful chestnut woods along a virtually traffic-free road. At the junction at km. 17.5, turn right and ride the short distance up to the village of Monte Santa Maria Tiberina. After visiting the village’s characteristic narrow streets and the remains of its medieval castle, ride back to the same junction and bear right towards Monterchi and Arezzo. A lengthy, winding descent is then followed in quick succession by the other two climbs of the day, neither any more than 1.5 km. long, and neither particular steep. This border country between Umbria and Tuscany is a wild place, and even the small medieval villages dotted here and there blend in perfectly with the surrounding green hills, making it an ideal place for a cycling holiday.

Once you have completed the third descent, past the village of Lippiano, you then pedal for a few kilometres in Tuscany, as far as the delightful medieval hilltop town of Monterchi, where the artist Piero della Francesca was born. From Monterchi, take the rather busier SS221 in the direction of Città di Castello, some 10 kilometres further on, along a mostly flat section of road. When you get to just outside the town (km. 42.5), bear right following the signs to Trestina, you will soon find yourself at the same junction (at km. 45) that you encountered at the beginning of the ride, situated just before the bridge over the River Tiber: at this point, bear round to your left and into Città di Castello town centre, which is well worth a visit: indeed, its vast array of monuments and artistic works make it the real gem of the Upper Tiber Valley.

Città di Castello's wonderful town centre, easily identifiable by the massive, cylindrical Romanesque bell tower of the town's cathedral (Church of Saints Florido and Amanzio) and the high, medieval civic tower on the opposite side of the square. Other interesting points along the route include the medieval hilltop village of Monte Santa Maria Tiberina, rising above the surrounding woodland and affording fantastic views across the nearby Umbrian and Tuscam valleys, and on a clear day as far as the Apuan Alps to the northwest, and the Gran Sasso d’Abruzzo to the south. Inside the village walls, the sixteenth-century castle and the Church of Santa Maria are both worth a visit. The tiny town of Citerna, situated just before Monterchi on the border with Tuscany, dates from Etruscan times, and its delightful walled centre boasts the church of San Michele Arcangelo, with its Crucifixion by Pomarancio, the fifteenth-century Palazzo Vitelli, and the early fourteenth-century church of San Franscesco (1316), featuring a number of historical paintings including a tempera painting of the Deposition by Pomarancio, and a Christ in Glory by Raffaellino del Colle. As you go out of this church, you encounter the little \"Prosperi\" building, and a few metres further on you come to a small arch leading to the medieval walkway running atop the village’s ancient walls.

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Route number 14, although not particularly long, manages to combine beautiful landscape and a wealth of history, offering a series of interesting views of this extraordinary natural landscape, while touching upon certain important historical towns and villages, starting with Città di Castello, our point of departure.

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Start Montefalco
Arrival Montefalco
Distance 41 km
Total ascent 400 m
Difficulty medium
Surface asphalt
Recommended bike road, hybrid
Places to visit in the area Montefalco, Campello sul Clitunno, Pissignano, Trevi, Fonti del Clitunno.

 

The surrounding area is also an easy place to cycle around, which is why we have chosen a spot just outside the town walls as the starting point of this particular route. In fact, you are going to leave from the large car park on the outside of the walls, and from here ride through the town and carry on in the direction of Spoleto and Trevi. At km. 1.3 turn left towards Trevi, and then at the next roundabout turn right towards Spoleto, and ride down the hill into the valley below: if, when you get to the bottom of the hill, you turn round you get a good view of the hill, covered with orderly rows of olive trees and vines, on which Montefalco stands. At the end of the descent, follow the signs to Spoleto until you come to a small village called Bruna (km. 10.5), and then turn left towards Campello sul Clitunno, Beroide and Castel San Giovanni. When you have gone past the latter two villages, continue riding along the flat SP457 as far as km. 17.5, and then bear right onto a minor road, and then left, and a kilometre further on, bear right across the narrow bridge over the River Maroggia, and ride on to the traffic lights and the underpass taking you back onto the SS3 Via Flaminia. Turn right onto the Via Flaminia, and less than a kilometre further on you come to the Fonti del Clitunno (the Clitunno Springs), a delightfully peaceful, beautiful place which you may well want to stop off at for a relaxing rest.

Now ride back along the same road until you get to the underpass once again; turn right past the underpass, and ride along the road (ZTL - limited vehicle access) that runs along the banks of the Maroggia. Follow this road for several kilometres, across four junctions, and past Pissignano Castle and the delightful town of Trevi to your right. At km. 32 turn left, cross the River Teverone and take the cycle way running along the opposite bank, until you get to the foot of the hill on which Montefalco stands. Come off the cycle way at km. 36 and bear left onto the SP444: you now have a not too steep climb (5-6% gradient) of about 5 kilometres, taking you back to the starting point.

This itinerary starts just a few steps from the walls of Montefalco, as the surroundings of the village are also characterized by excellent cycling. Known in the world for the Sagrantino, one of the most precious wines of the Umbrian territory, but also for the goodness of the oil and for the beauty of the surrounding hills, Montefalco is part of the Most Beautiful Villages of Italy and its privileged position, which allows to admire wonderful views on the central part of the region, has earned it the name of \"Balcony of Umbria\". It boasts a number of interesting buildings, including: the Church of St. Francis, currently a Museum, which was constructed for the Minor Friars between 1335 and 1338; the Art Gallery, with works by Francesco Melanzio, Antoniazzo Romano and the Umbrian School from the 14th to the 18th centuries; and the crypt, with archaeological findings, sculptures and items from various periods of history. The town is still enclosed by its 13th-century walls, and is dominated by the Church of St. Augustine, built together with the convent during the second half of the 13th century. Just a few kilometres from Montefalco lies Foligno, Umbria’s third largest town, boasting a series of buildings of outstanding historical and artistic importance, including: the Cathedral, the Romanesque church of Santa Maria Infraportas, the church of San Salvatore, the former church of San Domenico, and the Oratory of the Nunziatella. Other things of interest along the route include Pissignano Castle, built during the 11th and 12th centuries, and currently a residential complex.

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Along the roads of the Sagrantino di Montefalco, among hills full of olive groves and vineyards regularly alternated, fairy villages and castles, in uncontaminated lands soaked of the scents of the oil and the wine of quality.

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Start Amelia
Arrival Amelia
Distance 51,5 km
Total ascent 1000 m
Difficulty medium
Surface asphalt, gravel
Recommended bike road, hybrid
Places to visit in the area Amelia, Penna in Teverina, Giove, Porchiano.


Route n. 19 starts from the town of Amelia and winds across the pure wild hills, reminiscent of a past age - which should be popular with those cyclists who use bikes other than racers. From the technical point of view, this route is undulating, with two significant climbs, namely the Penna in Teverina and Porchiano hills: albeit not particularly steep, these two climbs are rather long, and as such require a reasonable level of fitness and training.

The starting point is the public gardens in Amelia, just a short distance outside the town walls. From here, ride in the direction of Orte, and you soon begin a pleasant, winding descent down to the town some 13 kilometres further on. At km. 13.5, just before you reach Orte, turn right onto the SP84 in the direction of Penna in Teverina, which takes you through a very bucolic landscape amidst green hills and ancient woods. 

Km. 18 marks the beginning of the 4.5 km climb up to Penna in Teverina. At the top there is a roundabout with a fountain where you can fill up your water bottle before setting off once again, this time in the direction of Giove to your left. The next three kilometres are across a magnificent plateau affording splendid views of the surrounding countryside. At the next junction, bear left in the direction of Giove once again: this medieval town, situated at km. 29 of our route, has preserved its ancient walls and a number of the walls’ towers. After a brief rest and a coffee, it is time to descend down to Attigliano; at the end of the descent (at km.33) turn right onto a gravel road which marks the beginning of the climb up to Porchiano.

The well-maintained gravel road is about 3 kilometres long, after which the road continues to rise in “steps” until you reach Porchiano, having gone across a couple of junctions, situated at km. 42.5 of the route. Ride out of Porchiano, an ancient hilltop village situated in the middle of dense woodland, towards Amelia, and when you get to the junction with the SS205 (km. 44) turn right towards Amelia. The road back to the town is a winding one through the woods, but before going back to the town gardens, you may like to turn left and ride into the walls of the old town centre to visit its many artistic and historical treasures.

 

Amelia is one of the most important historical towns in Umbria: its massive polygonal walls enclose a considerable number of interesting buildings, including the Cathedral, the Monastery of San Magno, the Church of St. Francis and the Church of St. Augustine, and the small country church of the Madonna delle Cinque Fonti, which legend has it offered shelter to St. Francis on his travels in these parts. Other interesting features include the 15th century Palazzo Nacci, and the 16th century Palazzo Farrattini and Palazzo Petrignani, as well as the Civic Tower symbolising communal independence, and the splendid 18th century theatre. The sounding area is also very beautiful, with gentle hills covered in beech, Mediterranean scrub and meadows. These hills also boast an array of delightful fortified medieval towns, such as Giove, Penna in Teverina and Lugnano in Teverina.

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From Amelia, crossing the uncontaminated and fascinating hilly landscape that slopes towards the Tiber valley, touching centers such as Penna and Lugnano in Teverina, Giove and Porchiano.

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Start Spello
Arrival Spello
Distance 24 km
Total ascent 400 m
Difficulty easy
Surface asphalt
Recommended bike road, hybrid
Places to visit in the area Spello, Assisi, Santa Maria degli Angeli, Rivotorto, Villa Fidelia.


This short and easy route, which starts from the high part of Spello, is suitable for all cyclists, takes in one of the most fascinating, well-known areas of Umbria, where the artistic and cultural heritage of the towns of Assisi and Spello blend perfectly with the interesting variety of landscape between the imposing peak of Monte Subasio and the Foligno plain. 

Leave Spello through Porta Montanara, following the signs to Perugia, but without taking the uphill road towards Collepino and Monte Subasio. Taken Via poeta, and when you get to the first fork in the road, keep to your left, and 300 metres further on take the road to the right, called Via degli Ulivi. This is one of the most delightful sections of the route, as you cycle along a road half way up the mountainside for several kilometres, through a splendid olive grove (as the name of the road itself suggests). When you get to the crossroads at km. 3.3, cross over and continue along this road until you reach Capodacqua. When you get there, keep to the right, but do not take any of the several lanes dropping down into the valley on your right. 

After 6.5 km. you come to Viole, where you then take the major SS147 road winding up towards Assisi, albeit not very steeply. Three kilometres further on you come to a roundabout just outside of the town of Assisi: turn left towards Santa Maria degli Angeli and the Basilica of St. Francis (if you wish to, you can carry straight on to the upper section of the town and then ride down to the centre, which is the perfect place for a rest). At km. 9.8, just after the large car park you will come to on your right, turn left and down the steep descent, across Via Francesca and into Via Salette, until you get to the junction with the main road, at km. 12.8. Turn left here and 400 metres further on you will come to the Basilica at Rivotorto. From here, continue straight on along the main road running alongside the dual carriageway, until you get to km. 15.5.

At km. 17 you ride through Capodacqua, and at km. 20 past Villa Fidelia, a marvellous 16th century villa to which a beautiful Italian garden was added in the 18th century. Another kilometre and a half further on brings you back to Spello: follow the signs to the town centre and ride back up to the starting point.

Spello’s medieval town centre also boasts numerous Roman remains, such as the theatre, the amphitheatre, the baths and the Arch of Augustus, an ancient gate leading into this former acropolis. The town’s holy buildings include the church of Santa Maria Maggiore (12th-13th century), featuring a number of important works of art: on the left-hand side of the nave you will see the splendid Baglioni chapel (cappella Baglioni), decorated with frescoes by Pinturicchio, as well as paintings by Perugino and an ancient Deruta-tile floor. The splendid 16th century Villa Fidelia, situated just outside of Spello, was built on the former ancient Roman site of the Venus Temple, Theatre and Baths, and it houses a fine collection of paintings, sculptures and antiques. You cannot do this ride without visiting the wonderful town of Assisi and its Basilica of St. Francis, important symbols of Christianity and spirituality, both of which are described in more detail in the section on Route 23. You may also wish to visit the beautiful nearby Monte Subasio Regional Park and the Basilica of Rivotorto.

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In one of the most fascinating and well-known areas of Umbria, where the artistic and cultural beauties of Assisi and Spello meet the charm of the landscapes between Mount Subasio and the plain of Foligno.

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Start Borgo Trevi
Arrival Borgo Trevi
Distance 28,5 km
Total ascent 250 m
Difficulty easy
Surface asphalt
Recommended bike road, hybrid
Places to visit in the area Trevi, Pissignano, Fonti del Clitunno, Campello sul Clitunno.


This route covers the mainly flat section of the Umbria Valley (Valle Umbra) situated between the ancient towns of Trevi and Spoleto, and follows the cycle path along the Maroggia river for several kilometres: indeed, it is one of the easiest, pleasantest rides in this guide.

The route is mainly traffic free, even when you come off the cycle path, and affords some wonderful views of Trevi and its olive groves (the nearby Bovara boasts the oldest olive tree in the entire Umbria region), of Pissignano and Spoleto: it is the perfect ride for inexperienced cyclists and for families seeking an enjoyable weekend ride in this delightful corner of Umbria.

The starting point is the train station at Borgo Trevi, which lies below the hilltop town of Trevi itself, and thus those cyclists bringing their bikes by train can start the ride immediately after getting off the train. From the train station, follow the road to your right leading to the ancient Roman Via Flaminia, and at the junction 400 metres further on, turn right into Via Faustana. A further 400 metres on you come to another junction: turn right again, following the signs to Spoleto, and just past the railway bridge, turn right once again into Via Clitunno. At km. 2.5, just before you reach the River Maroggia, turn left into the road (ZTL zone) which from April to September is vehicle-free, with access for pedestrians and cyclists only. 

Cycle straight on until you reach km.6, then turn right, go across the River Maroggia, and then turn left again: to your left there is a fine view of Pissignano Castle rising up on the hillside among the olive groves, and overlooking the Clitunno Springs situated down below. At the next junctions go straight across, until you reach km.11: at this point, turn left and once over the bridge, turn right onto the cycle path which takes us all the way to San Venanzo (km.15), just outside Spoleto. 

At the junction with the SP451, turn right towards San Venanzo, and 300 metres further on, turn right again in the direction of Protte. Cycle straight on towards Beroide, until you come to the junction with the SP457: at this point turn left and then right, following the sign to Borgo Trevi. At km. 25.5, keep to your right, and past the bridge over the Maroggia, cycle back into Borgo Trevi along the same road you road down in the opposite direction at the start of the ride.

 

The small town of Trevi, immersed in the surrounding olive groves, preserves several remains and buildings from its Roman and medieval past. The town’s churches of particular interest include Sant’Emiliano (12th century), with its Blessed Sacrament Altar by Rocco da Vicenza (1522) and its series of 16th century frescoes by Francesco Melanzio, and the Church of San Francesco. The 15th century Town Hall houses the town’s Art Gallery (pinacoteca), which is also worth a visit. The nearby hamlet of Bovara boasts the oldest olive tree in Umbria - the Sant’Emiliano tree - which is some 9 metres tall and is estimated to be 1,700 years old! According to tradition, in fact, in the year 304 AD, Trevi’s patron saint St. Emiliano, was tied to this tree and killed. The fortified village of Campello sul Clitunno, together with Pissignano Castle, both immersed in the area’s vast olive groves, are also of interest. The Clitunno Springs (Fonti del Clitunno), a true wonder of nature, are situated not far from Trevi: this series of springs, which were already famous in ancient Roman times, form a lake which marks the source of the small River Clitunno. The Clitunno Temple (or Church of San Salvatore), a Paleo-Christian building, lies just a short distance away.
 

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A route mostly flat and without traffic, crossing the Umbrian valley and the beauty of the views of Trevi, its olive groves and unspoiled nature to live with the whole family.

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Start Trestina
Arrival Trestina
Distance 49,5 km
Total ascent 700 m
Difficulty medium
Surface asphalt
Recommended bike road, hybrid
Places to visit in the area Lisciano Niccone, the Sanctuary at Canoscio, Reschio Castle.


Route 11 is the first of the series of medium routes, and its starting point is the small town of Trestina, situated midway between Città di Castello and Umbertide. This 50-kilometre ride is particularly interesting from the naturalistic point of view, as in the main it follows quiet country lanes through meadows, fields and woods. The train station in Trestina is the starting point for this ride, as this gives those cyclists living or staying further a field the chance to bring their bikes on the train. From the station, ride along the SP105 in the direction of Umbertide, and 6 kilometres further on you will come to a junction at Montecastelli, where you bear right towards Umbertide and Niccone, along the SP140. When you reach the small village of Niccone, turn right onto the SS416 towards Cortona and Lisciano Niccone, a quiet road that runs the length of the delightful, prevalently rural, Niccone Valley.

This section of the ride is almost flat, with the exception of the short climb up past the hamlet of Sant’Andrea di Sorbello, just over the border into Tuscany. At km. 21, just past a bar to your right, you leave the SS416 valley road and turn right onto a small road in the direction of Leoncini and Sasso di San Donnino; then just a short distance further on, you turn left, in the direction of Sasso di San Donnino once again. At the next fork in the road, do not follow the sign to Sasso di San Donnino, but bear right instead, and after a total of 23 kilometres from your starting point, you come to the beginning of a splendid climb. The first kilometre of this climb is quite tough, and takes you into the neighbouring Tuscany: the road winds up through the woods and the occasional meadow.

The end of the climb is at km. 25.5, and is followed by a descent which requires a certain caution, as it is full of bends and there are sections where the road surface is not particularly good. When you reach the bottom of the hill, bear right, then at the first junction turn left, and at the second junction turn right, which will take you back onto the SP105 near the village of San Leo Bastia, where you stop for a short break and a coffee. Moving off once again from San Leo Bastia, follow the signs to Trestina until you come to the village of Calzolaro, where you take the road to your left in the direction of Lugnano (km. 36), along a narrow, winding country lane which leads eventually to the junction for Trestina (at km. 39.5) at the hamlet of Bivio Lugnano. 

A little further on, at Bivio Canoscio, take the road to your left just past the bar, leading up to Canoscio. The road up to the panoramic Sanctuary of Canoscio is all uphill, and so those who do not wish to take on another climb can simply carry straight on when they get to the turning at Bivio Canoscio, and be back in Trestina another couple of kilometres further on. The climb, just over three kilometres long, is not particularly steep, except for the very last section, and takes you up to the Sanctuary (Basilica) of Canoscio, where you get a wonderful view right across the Tiber Valley. At this point you descend from Canoscio taking the road on the other side of the hill, towards Fabbrecce, and at the end of the descent, you turn right and ride back to Trestina, a couple of kilometres further on. 

This route takes the cyclist through Lisciano Niccone, a small village set into the hillside, you should not miss Lisciano Castle, built around the 9th/10th century at the top of the hill overlooking the village, and the neighbouring castles of Reschio, Sorbello and Pierle are also well worth a visit. [Ritorno a capo del testo]The Sanctuary of Canoscio, a large basilica situated above the town of Trestina, built at the end of the 19th century, is the most important place devoted to the worship of Mary in the whole of Umbria, and as such is visited by more than 100,000 followers each year.

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An itinerary of great landscape interest, in a predominantly rural area, on roads for the most part free of traffic that run between meadows, cultivated fields, thick woods and uncontaminated nature.

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Start Alviano Scalo
Arrival Alviano Scalo
Distance 26 km
Total ascent 300 m
Difficulty easy
Surface asphalt
Recommended bike road, hybrid
Places to visit in the area Alviano, Lake Alviano WWF Oasis, Attigliano, Guardea, Giove.


Route 10 starts from Alviano Station, and represents one of the easiest rides presented in this guide, being relatively short and almost entirely flat. It follows the course of the River Tiber along the border between the two regions of Umbria and Lazio, just a short distance from the World Wildlife Fund “Oasis” of Lake Alviano, a nature reserve of some 900 hectares that is extremely popular with birdwatchers.

Starting off from Alviano Station, you cycle in the direction of Attigliano and Viterbo, and after 400 metres, you leave the main SP11 road, and turn left onto a minor road through the open countryside, which leads to Attigliano (km. 9.5), a medieval village situated in the Tiber Valley. From here, bear right and follow the signs to Bomarzo and Viterbo: as you cycle along this section of the ride, you will find yourself cycling for a few kilometres beyond Umbria’s borders, in the neighbouring Lazio region.

At km. 12.6, cross the bridge over the Tiber and turn right onto the SP19, in the direction of Alviano, Sipicciano and Castiglione in Teverina. The road is completely flat here, following as it does the course of the Tiber, and winds through woods and fields until you get to km.23, where you turn right and ride back along the road towards Alviano. Another 3 kilometres on and you will be back at your starting point in Alviano: at this point, if you still have a little energy to spare, you could bear right and cycle the 2 kilometres up the hill to the centre of Alviano (the actual climb is quite short, but rather steep at times). Alviano is a small medieval town boasting a large 15th century Castle, and wonderful views across the Tiber Valley.

The most important building in the area is Alviano Castle (Rocca di Alviano), built in 1495, which currently houses the Town Hall, the Bartolomeo d’Alviano Multimedial Museum (il Museo Multimediale di Bartolomeo d’Alviano e dei Capitani di ventura umbri), the Alviano Oasis Audiovisual Centre, and the Museum of Rural Civilisation. The main attraction in the Lake Alviano area is the WWF Oasis: this nature reserve covering some 900 hectares features nature trails that enable visitors to observe the local flora and fauna from special birdwatching hides, towers and walkways, and there is even an outdoor classroom for school parties. Attigliano, an ancient Etruscan town, features a series of interesting monuments, including a watchtower, the Fontana dei Delfini, and a medieval castle. The ancient village of Guardea, complete with castle (Castello di Guardea Vecchia) is situated just a short distance from Attigliano.

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An easy and almost entirely flat route, along the course of the Tiber on the border between Umbria and Lazio, a stone's throw from the WWF Oasis of Lake Alviano, a privileged place for birdwatching. 

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Start Narni
Arrival Narni
Distance 43 km
Total ascent 800 m
Difficulty medium
Surface asphalt
Recommended bike road, hybrid
Places to visit in the area Narni, Otricoli, Calvi, Poggio, Narni Castle.


The starting point is the Rocca Albornoz, an ancient outpost built midway through the 14th century at the very highest part of the spur on which the town was constructed. From here, you descend towards the centre of Narni and then turn left towards Testaccio, a small village 2.5 km. further on. Carry on in the direction of Rome until you get to the junction with the SS3 (km. 6.5), and then turn left in the direction of Rome once again. Carry on along this undulating section of road until you get to km. 14, where you turn left towards the ancient town of Otricoli, famous for the archaeological zone of Ocricolum, the Roman town that arose along the Tiber in the vicinity of the Porto dell’Olio, the ruins of which mostly date from the Augustine age.

Once out of the town, turn left in the direction of Calvi dell’Umbria: after a descent involving a few hairpin bends you come to the beginning of the climb up to Calvi dell’Umbria (at km. 17) and after climbing for some 7.5 kilometres you finally reach the town, where you can stop for a rest and something to eat or drink. As well as numerous artistic works and historical buildings, the streets of Calvi also feature a number of murals depicting the Nativity, the work of famous Italian and foreign artists who, since 1982, come to the town to paint the walls of the old houses, hence its nickname as the “town of the Nativity”. Leaving Calvi, take the SP18 towards Narni, and you will find yourself cycling through an almost unreal landscape of woodland and silence. At km. 30 you come to the village of Poggio (see ‘photo above):carry straight on until you reach the junction with the SS3 (km. 37), and then turn right towards Narni, cycling along the same road you took at the beginning of the ride. Ride past Testaccio, and you will come to the gates of the town of Narni at km. 42: but before turning right and climbing back up the hill to the Rocca, you must ride into the town centre and visit the many beautiful buildings and works it boasts, including the exciting visit to subterranean Narni, consisting of a series of aqueducts, cisterns, tunnels, crypts and even the torture chambers of the town’s inquisitional tribunal, complete with cell featuring the graffiti of those prisoners awaiting their sentence.

 

You must visit the centre of Narni, with its 3000-year-old historical heritage. While here you should also visit the subterranean Narni: a series of aqueducts, cisterns, tunnels, crypts and even the torture chambers of the town’s Inquisitional Tribunal, which together constitute a mysterious underground landscape in the very heart of the town, an historical, artistic and cultural journey into the past.The Roman period is represented by the Augustus Bridge, the Cadona Bridge and the Formina Aqueduct. The Middle Ages, on the other hand, are well represented by a whole series of buildings and monuments, including the Cathedral of San Giovenale, the Church of San Domenico, and the Church of Santa Maria Inpensole. Piazza dei Priori is a magnificent square surrounded by the austere Palazzo del Podestà and the Loggia dei Priori, the latter featuring the delightful Loggia del Banditore. The town is crowned by the recently renovated Rocca Albornoz, originally constructed in the second half of the 14th century on orders from Cardinal Albornoz. The major attraction at Otricoli is the archaeological zone of Ocricolum, the Roman town that arose along the Tiber in the vicinity of the Porto dell’Olio, the ruins of which mostly date from the Augustine age: the Theatre, the Amphitheatre and an impressive series of arches which perhaps supported one of the most important of the Roman town’s monuments, the Capitolium. Calvi dell’Umbria is worth a visit to see the many murals representing the Nativity scene, painted on the walls of the old town houses.

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This route starts out from Narni, an ancient town dating back more mthan three thousand years, and conquered by the Romans in 299 BC under the name of Narnia. The town is situated among the quiet hills at the south-westernmost tip of Umbria, and the ride takes you to several other ancient towns and villages, such as Otricoli, Calvi dell’Umbria and Poggio.

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Start Spoleto
Arrival Spoleto
Distance 83,5 km
Total ascent 1200 m
Difficulty hard
Surface asphalt
Recommened bike road, hybrid
Places to visit in the area Spoleto, Castel Ritaldi, Giano dell’Umbria, Montecchio, Monti Martani hills, Massa Martana, Acquasparta.


This route, like the Route 27, starts from the sports round in Spoleto, and winds its way across the Monti Martani hills in the very centre of Umbria. It is an undulating route that passes by a series of very interesting ancient towns and villages, such as Giano dell’Umbria and Massa Martana, and also touches on a number of areas of natural interest, and offers a series of characteristic Umbrian landscapes. 

Starting from the sports ground in Spoleto, you ride off towards the Via Flaminia along the outside of the town’s military barracks, and at the roundabout turn left towards Castel Ritaldi. At the traffic lights turn right into one of the few busy roads you are going to encounter on this particular ride. 3 km. from the starting point lies San Venanzo, where you turn off the busy main road towards Protti to your right. Beyond Protti you come to the junction with the SP457: turn left here, and right on past Beroide and Castel San Giovanni to Bruna at km. 14, which marks the beginning of the short climb up to the hilltop village of Castel Ritaldi.

At the end of the ride down from Castel Ritaldi you come to a junction: go straight on here and the road soon starts to rise once again, towards Torregrosso and Colle del Marchese, through olive groves and wheat fields, with a wonderful view right across the Valle Umbra. At the end of the next descent, which brings you to Bivio Moscardini, turn left onto the SP451 and a few metres further on, turn left again towards Giano dell’Umbria, situated at km. 30 after around 5 kilometres of ascent. Carry straight on towards Monte Cerreto, along a winding road that weaves its way across the land at the foot of Monte Martano, through olive groves and dense pine forest, leading you past the fascinating castle at Castagnola. When you get to the junction with the SS316, turn left towards Massa Martana.

The road climbs up gradually to the Viepri Pass (Valico di Viepri) at km. 42, and then back down again towards Massa Martana, where you can have a rest and visit the town centre. After which, you continue to descend alongside the remains of the ancient Via Flaminia, until you get to Massa Martana Scalo, where you turn left towards Acquasparta.

When you get to Acquasparta (km. 59), follow the signs for Spoleto, and take the SR418, which marks the beginning of the most difficult climb of this particular ride, the6 km. climb through woodland leading up to the Firenzuola Pass. From the pass you then descend towards Spoleto, and ride through Baiano in order to avoid some of the traffic, and then at km. 81.4, at the entrance to Spoleto, you turn left towards San Niccolò along the narrow road running alongside the canal. Turn right at the next junction, and then at the traffic lights cross the main road and carry straight on into Via Visso, returning along the same route you took when leaving town, until you reach the sports ground once again.

 

Spoleto, one of the most beautiful towns in central Italy, not only boasts substantial Roman remains, but has also managed to preserve its original medieval appearance and layout. The most important monument of this, the “Town of the Two Worlds” (named after the International Arts Festival held there every year), is its Cathedral, but it also possesses a wealth of other extremely interesting buildings, including the Church of Sant’Eufemia, the Church of Saints John and Paul (Santi Giovanni e Pietro), the Abbey of San Ponziano, the Church of San Domenico, the tenth-century Church of San Paolo inter vineas, with its important series of 13th-century frescoes, and the Church of San Pietro, built in the fifth century, with its splendid Romanesque sculptured stone façade decorated with extraordinary bas-reliefs. The town is surmounted by the massive Rocca Albornoziana, work on which began in the year 1352. The area around Spoleto features the “sacred wood” of Monteluco, a dense wood of evergreen Holm Oak which is of considerable naturalistic and spiritual importance. Massa Martana, a town situated in an area where many Roman finds have been made, features a number of interesting buildings and monuments, including the Church of San Felice, built in honour of the town’s patron saint, the Church of San Sebastiano, and the 16th century Town Hall. Other places of interest include Gualdo Cattaneo, Castel Ritaldi, Giano dell’Umbria and Montecchio, situated on the slopes of the Monti Martani hills.
 

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Among woods, vineyards, olive groves, fields of wheat and sunflowers, in a valley path that from Spoleto arrives to the hills of Monti Martani, touching villages of great historical and artistic interest.

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Start Orvieto
Arrival Orvieto
Distance 87 km
Total ascent 2000 m
Difficulty hard
Surface asphalt
Recommended bike road, hybrid
Places to visit in the area Orvieto, Todi, Civitella del Lago, Baschi, Lago di Corbara.

 
In this route there are a number of climbs involved, and as such is only really for experienced, fit cyclists, given the length (90 km.) and the total ascent (2,000 metres) of the route. The starting point is in front of the church in Ciconia, beneath the ridge on which the town of Orvieto stands. From here, you start off by riding in the direction of Todi and Monte Peglia. 

The first climb of the day, up to Colonetta di Prodo, comes a mere 1.5 km. from the start: this 8 km. climb, offering magnificent views, first of Orvieto and then of Lake Corbara, is not particularly steep. After 4 kilometres of descent, the road starts to climb once again, past the village of Prodo, up to a height of 616 metres, midst a completely natural setting, a long way from any traffic or noise. This point marks the beginning of the descent down into the Tiber Valley, which eventually leads to the junction with the SS448 (km. 37.5), where you turn left towards Todi.

A mere 300 metres along this road, and you turn off to your right, still in the direction of Todi, and start to climb up towards the centre of the town. At km. 40.5, turn right towards Fiori and Izzalini, although if you wish you can continue straight on towards Todi town centre (one km. further on), one of Umbria’s most famous cities of art and as such well worth a visit

At the end of the descent (km. 43) continue towards Fiori and Izzalini, and then towards Montecchio and Civitella del Lago: past Izzalini the road starts to climb, and this climb, albeit with the occasional short downhill section, is more than 15 kilometres long, and takes you up to a height of 740 metres (at km. 61). At this point, turn right and begin the descent down to Civitella del Lago, a fascinating little town famous for its panoramic position overlooking Lake Corbara

Once you have visited the centre of Civitella, you can resume the descent in the direction of the Lake and Orvieto. When you get to the lakeshore, at the junction with the SS448, turn left in the direction of Orvieto.

At km. 75, past the dam, turn off the main road to your right towards the small village of Corbara (which the lake is named after) and ride along beneath the dam itself. When you get to Corbara, bear left towards Orvieto, and a small, quiet country road will take you the 10 kilometres or so back to Ciconia. Once back at the starting point, Ciconia, you can then visit Orvieto going up to the town centre. Orvieto is famous throughout the world for its Cathedral, St. Patrick’s Well and a whole range of other artistic and architectural treasures.

Orvieto is one of the most famous towns in the centre of Italy, renowned for its vast artistic and cultural heritage. The town’s most interesting and most beautiful buildings include: the 13th century Cathedral, one of the most impressive achievements of Italian architecture; the Church of San Giovenale, the Church of San Giovanni, the Church of Sant’Andrea, the Church of San Lorenzo de’Arari, and the thirteenth-century churches of San Francesco and San Domenico. The town’s most famous public buildings include the Town Hall (Palazzo Comunale), the Palazzo del Popolo, the Palazzo dei Sette, and the Luigi Mancinelli Municipal Theatre. Another very famous and unique feature of the town is St. Patrick’s Well (Pozzo di San Patrizio), a masterpiece of engineering some 62 metres deep, featuring two separate helicoidal ladders which descend to the bottom of the well, so that those persons bringing water up to the surface could do so without encountering those going down. Beneath the town lies another reality: Subterranean Orvieto, consisting of an incredibly complex labyrinth of passages, tunnels and cellars dug out of the rock. If you go just outside of the town walls you can visit the Etruscan necropolis entitled the Tufo Crucifix, dating from the 4th/5th century BC, with chamber tombs built out of blocks of tufo rock. Other places of interesting along the route include the ancient villages of Prodo, Montecchio, Baschi and, above all, Civitella del Lago, famous for its delightfully panaoramic position overlooking Lake Corbara. Then there is the Forello Gorge (Gole del Forello), and at Scoppieto there is even a Roman ceramic factory dating from the 1st century AD, which at the time was an important site for the production of terracotta products, which could be subsequently transported towards the Mediterranean along the waters of the River Tiber.

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On the hills that overhang the artificial basin of Corbara, crossing two cities of art of world importance as Orvieto and Todi, immersed in sceneries and landscapes of great naturalistic interest.

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Start Spoleto
Arrival Spoleto
Distance 114,5 km
Total ascent 2300 m
Difficulty hard
Surface asphalt
Recoomended bike road
Places to visit in the area Spoleto, Sellano, Cerreto di Spoleto, Poggiodomo, Monteleone di Spoleto, Caso, Sant’Anatolia di Narco, Valnerina.


This route offers some truly wonderful views, and mostly involves very quiet minor roads, but due to the said climbs (2,300 metres of total ascent) and the overall length of the route (115 km.), it requires a considerable degree of fitness. The route begins, like the previous one, from the sports ground in Spoleto: you then ride towards the Via Flaminia along the outside of the town’s military barracks, and at the roundabout turn right towards the town centre.

At the following roundabouts, follow the signs for San Giacomo, and at Madonna di Lugo (km. 3.5), when you get to the sign for the Albergo Bonicerri, turn right onto a minor road leading to the bottom of the first climb of the day. At km. 6.2, turn right towards Fabbreria, and begin the climb up to the Spina Pass (Passo della Spina): this 13 km-long climb is not particularly steep however. At the end of the descent down from the pass, carry on towards Sellano, and when you get to the junction with the SS319 (at km. 27.8), turn right towards Sellano once again. This marks the beginning of the second climb of the day, a shorter one this time, up to the Valico del Soglio (km. 31).

The descent down the other side of the pass is a long one that at a certain point goes through the town of Sellano, one of the places worse hit by the 1997 earthquake, and leads to Borgo Cerreto and the junction with the main SS209 Valnerina road. You may like to stop off for a break along the River Nera here, as the next few kilometres are going to be along isolated roads offering no further such opportunities. At the junction with the Valnerina (km. 46) turn left towards Visso, and then at the next junction turn right towards Monteleoone di Spoleto, at which point you are at the beginning of the very long climb up to the Gavelli Pass, which including the odd downhill or flat section, is all of 15 km.

The first sections are the steepest, and offer a splendid series of views to the right across the Valnerina and Cerreto di Spoleto. The following kilometres wind up in the middle of the woods, where silence reigns supreme. At km. 64.5 you come to the village of Poggiodomo, the smallest borough in Umbria, and at km. 69.5 you bear right towards Spoleto and Gavelli, where you are faced by the last few steep sections of the climb (if you turn left, on the other hand, you can visit the village of Monteleone di Spoleto).

At the end of the descent, having ridden past Sant’Anatolia di Arco, you return to the main SS209 road, and take it in the direction of Visso once again, but at km. 93.5 you bear left off the same road towards Piedipaterno. This marks the start of the fourth and final climb of the day, the one going up to Forca di Cerro. The pass is situated at km. 103, and from then on its all downhill back to Spoleto and your starting point at the town’s sports ground (km. 114.5).

 

As well as the centre of Spoleto and its Rocca Albornoziana, which were described in the previous route no. 26, the real attraction of this route no. 27 is the magnificence of the landscape in the Valnerina mountains, and the delightful valley itself with the cool, clear waters of the River Nera. The small hilltop town of Cerreto di Spoleto is also very beautiful: its medieval centre contains the former Monastery of San Giacomo, which currently houses the Borough’s Historical Archives and the offices of the Valnerina’s Centre for Anthropological Research and Documentation (CEDRAV - Centro per la Ricerca e la Documentazione Antropologica in Valnerina). Also of note are the Renaissance church of Santa Maria De Libera, the church of Santa Maria Annunziata, and the Castle Church. The centre of Monteleone di Spoleto is also delightful, its most interesting feature being the Etruscan Chariot, an invaluable archaeological find dating from the 6th century BC which was discovered in 1902 in a necropolis not far from the village, where it had been lain in a tumulus. This find has since been transferred to the Metropolitan Museum of New York, while a life-size copy is on display in Monteleone. Other places of interest include Poggiodomo, the smallest borough in Umbria, and above all the fortified villages of Caso, Sant’Anatolia di Narco and Vallo di Nera.
 

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From Spoleto, towards the tops of the Umbro-Marchigiano Appennino, among extraordinary naturalistic foreshortenings through the Valnerina and facing four climbs of notable difficulty, more for the length than for the slopes.

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Start Montone
Arrival Montone
Distance 82 km
Total ascent 1550 m
Difficulty hard
Surface asphalt
Recommended bike road
Places to visit in the area Montone, Città di Castello, Pietralunga.


The starting point for this particular route is the medieval hilltop town of Montone, a delightful place that has managed to preserve its traditional appeal and character, linked to an historically eventful past. Past Città di Castello, the route winds up into the Umbrian-Marche Apennines, with the rider facing two difficult climbs.The landscape is very beautiful, but the difficulty of the ride means that it is only really suitable for more experienced, fitter riders equipped with a good range of gears, given that sections of the climb up from the town of Apecchio have a gradient of more than 10%.

Starting from Montone’s football ground, a few metres outside of the town walls, turn to your right and ride down towards Città di Castello and Montecastelli, and just past the cemetery to your left, bear right off this secondary road onto an even smaller road which winds down through farmland and woods towards Montecastelli below.At the small roundabout at the bottom of the descent go straight across to the junction with the main SS3bis road: turn right here towards Città di Castello along an almost completely flat section of road.

When you get to the outskirts of the town, turn right towards Pietralunga, and then straight afterwards, bear left at the junction and follow the signs for the hospital. Another kilometre or so further on you come to a set of traffic lights; go straight over the lights, down the hill to the roundabout, and then turn right onto the SS257 Fano road.

A few hundred metres further on, and you are at the beginning of the long, albeit not steep climb (gradient of 6% or less) up to the Bocca Serriola pass. When you get to the top of the pass, which marks the border between the two regions of Umbria and the Marche, carry straight on down the other side towards Apecchio, along the Biscubio Valley. When you get to the town of Apecchio (at km. 45), turn right towards Pietralunga, at which point the wildest, most fascinating, but also the hardest, section of the ride starts. The second climb of the day, in fact, winds up between meadows and thick woodland, and in certain sections the gradient is of more than 10%, which require you to be very fit and to have a good range of gears on your bike. 

This second climb ends at km. 54, but there are another three kilometres or so of undulating road before the descent begins, at km. 57.5. The first kilometre of the descent is very steep and winding, and special care needs to be taken here. At km. 58 turn right back onto the SP201, at which point the descent becomes somewhat gentler, and in 5 kilometres you will be in the medieval town of Pietralunga. From Pietralunga, proceed straight on towards Umbertide: the road continues to winds its way slightly downhill, among the wooded hills, until you get to the foot of the hill leading up to Montone. Then at km. 78.5, turn left off the main road towards Montone, and ride the last three kilometres up to the town, along this shaded, not particularly steep, country lane. Since the central section of this route is always some distance from any nearby town, you should remember to take a puncture repair and emergency tool kit with you when you set out.

The wonderful medieval town of Montone, voted one of the \"Most Beautiful Small Towns in Italy\", perched on the very top of a steep hill that dominates the surrounding countryside. The most important building in Montone is the fourteenth-century Church of St. Francis, with its polygonal apse and portico. Another interesting construction is St. Catherine’s Convent, which currently houses the Local History Archives, one of the most important documentary sources in the whole of Umbria. Another important church is the Pieve di San Gregorio, the oldest church in Montone, which was built in Romaesque-Byzantine style in around the year 1000. Outside the town, perched on a rocky outcrop, lies the Rocca d’Aries, a massive castle which has been completely renovated fairly recently. Other places of interest include the ancient town of Pietralunga, surrounded by oak woods, and the nearby Candeleto complex, complete with campsite, swimming pool, restaurant and accommodation facilities. The Local Natural History Museum, also situated at Candeleto, has many interesting exhibits, and in particular a substantial ornithological section.

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From an enchanting Umbrian medieval center such as Montone up to the peaks of the Umbro-Marchigiano Apennines, through a fascinating and challenging route, immersed in the green and steeped in history.

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Start Umbertide
Arrival Umbertide
Distance 70 km
Total ascent 1380 m
Difficulty hard
Surface asphalt
Recommended bike road
Places to visit in the area Umbertide, Castel Rigone, Passignano, Tuoro, Lago Trasimeno, Montone.

 

This route, like route 2, starts from Umbertide’s Piazza Mazzini, and features two noticeable climbs connecting the Upper Tiber Valley with Lake Trasimeno. Most of the roads taken are very quiet, with very little traffic at anytime, and the spectacular views are more than just reward for the energy spent. It is not a particularly long route, but the two long climbs (Colle Campana and Valico Gosparini), although not steep, require a considerable level of fitness.

The first uphill section is encountered a mere 600 metres out of Umbertide, going towards Città di Castello, where you turn left towards Castel Rigone and Preggio: this marks the beginning of the first long climb of the day – roughly 15 kilometres – up to Colle Campana at 750 metres above sea level. This climb is not particularly steep (and there are a couple of kilometres of descent in between) with the exception of the very last section leading up to the top of the hill. There is a splendid view when you make it to the top: to your left, Monte Tezio and the Umbria-Marche Apennines, and to your right, Lake Trasimeno and beyond as far as Monte Amiata in Tuscany. The road continues rises and falls for several kilometres until you get to the village of Castel Rigone, situated at km. 18. You can stop here for a rest and a bite to eat, before beginning the highly panoramic descent down to the shores of Lake Trasimen.

At the end of the descent (km. 27) turn right towards Passignano, and then continue along the SS75bis as far as Tuoro, before turning right and following the signs for Umbertide and Lisciano Niccone. The road out of Tuoro marks the beginning of the 6-kilometre climb up to Valico Gosparini, where you should stop a while to enjoy the marvellous view of Lake Trasimeno below. You now descend towards Lisciano Niccone, and at the end of the descent (km. 49) bear left in the direction of Umbertide. The following section of the ride takes in the entire Niccone Valley, characterised by its geometrical plots of farmland, each with different crops.

After a total of 51 kilometres you come to Mengaccini, where you can fill your water bottle at a fountain on the right, but should you miss this you can do likewise at the village of Niccone at km. 66.5. When you reach the junction with the SS3bis at Niccone, turn right and ride back to the starting point in Umbertide, another 4 kilometres further on. However, should you feel like extending your ride, you can turn left at the same junction, in the direction of Città di Castello. About one kilometre past the village of Montecastelli, turn right off the SS3bis onto the local road that climbs up for about 4 km. to the beautiful medieval town of Montone. After a brief visit to this unique little town, classified among the most beautiful small towns in Italy, follow the signs to Umbertide, which is another 10 km. further on, most of which being downhill.

 

Apart from Umbertide town centre, which is described in route 2, this particular ride is characterised by the beautiful natural landscape, which varies from the rather mountainous Colle Campana and Castel Rigone, to the lakeside habitat of Trasimeno. Castel Rigone has its Sanctuario di Maria Santissima dei Miracoli, built towards the end of the 15th century by a pupil of the famous architect Bramante, and generally considered to be one of the finest examples of Renaissance architecture in Umbria. The lakeside town of Tuoro was the site of the historical \"Battle of Trasimeno\" in 217 BC between the Romans and the Carthaginians: a special itinerary has been laid out for visitors, retracing the main phases of the famous defeat of the Roman army at the hands of Hannibal’s troops.

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From the Tiber to Lake Trasimeno, among the most fascinating water landscapes of the Green Heart of Italy, in a challenging itinerary to discover timeless natural beauty.

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Start Marsciano
Arrival Marsciano
Distance 94 km
Total ascent 1600 m
Difficulty hard
Surface asphalt
Recommended bike road
Places to visit in the area Marsciano, Compignano, Montegabbione, Montegiove, Monte Peglia, Pornello, San Venanzo.

 

A total ascent of 1,600 metres and a length of 94 kilometres, make this one of the most difficult rides in the guide, and as such is only suitably for really fit riders with bikes properly set up for this kind of hilly terrain. It is, nevertheless, a very attractive ride given the beauty of the countryside you ride through, in particular in the Nestore Valley and between Piegaro and Monte Peglia, where the road runs through vast areas of woodland, where the presence of Man has yet to perceptibly affect the wonderful natural surrounds.

The ride starts from the sports ground in Marsciano, a town famous for its brick-manufacturing industry, and moves off in the direction of San Venanzo, and then towards the town centre, where you turn left onto the SP376 towards Migliano and Morcella. When you get to the turning for Morcella, bear left towards Migliano: this is the start of the first climb of the day.

At km. 11 turn right towards Mercatello, and ride past the old brickworks at Compignano. Ride past the village and to the foot of the hill leading up to Spina (km. 19). This short, albeit rather steep climb is then followed by the descent towards Castiglione della Valle. At Castiglione carry straight on towards Tavernelle on the SP220. Take care here as this road can be busy. Once you have gone past Tavernelle, continue straight on as far as km. 43, and then turn left towards Piegaro and the start of the climb leading up to Monteleone di Orvieto.

This is then followed by a steep descent to Montegabbione, where you can stop for a short break before turning left onto the SP57 in the direction of Montegiove: this road is very isolated, and you will find yourself riding for several kilometres through delightfully peaceful countryside, far from any traffic. This is the most difficult part of the ride, as it involves a number of ups and downs, together with the climbs up to Montegiove and Pornello, but the stunning beauty of the countryside is just reward for your efforts.

The climb up from Pornello almost to the top of Monte Peglia ends at km. 76 : from here bear right towards San Venanzo and Marsciano, and then one kilometre further on, at the junction with the SS317, turn left towards Marsciano. You are now left with some 15 kilometres of descent, via San Venanzo, before you return to the starting point. If you still feel you have enough energy left to do so, instead of going straight back to Marsciano you can turn right at this junction and ride the remaining 7 kilometres up to the top of Monte Peglia, before returning back down the same road and carrying on down the hill to Marsciano.

 

The most interesting aspect of this particular route is the beauty of the landscape, and in particular that of Monte Peglia, which affords a wonderful view across the entire region. At Marsciano you can visit the parish church of San Giovanni Battista (patron saint of Marsciano), the Town Hall, built in 1871, the Theatre (Teatro della Concordia), and the splendid Palazzo Battaglia, embellished by the futuristic painter Geraldo Dottori. Marsciano is also the brick-manufacturing centre of Umbria, and home to the Museo Dinamico del Laterizio e delle Terrecotte (the Living Museum of Brick and Terracotta), a museum spread out over the local area, linking sites of peasant, craft and industrial culture. As you travel along this route, you also encounter the ancient castles of Montegabbione, Monteleone di Orvieto, and Montegiove, as well as small places of interest such as Pornello and San Venanzo. The Franciscan Monastery of La Scarzuola, founded by St. Francis in 1218, is situated near to Montegiove.
 

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Crossing the valley of Nestore up to Monte Peglia, pedaling in a hilly and mainly rural landscape, among small villages and castles in the Green Heart of Italy. 

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