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Softly rolling hills on the border between Umbria
and Tuscany eight charming villages, each one
unique unto itself. A landscape characterised by
the serene presence of the lake, by towns steeped
in history, in art, culture and genuine flavours.
Time goes by slowly here at Trasimeno Lake, the
atmosphere is a convivial one, everyone knows
one another, they still meet on the many piazzas
to chat and spend time together. Trails and paths
crisscross the woods and hills, breathtaking views
featuring the deep blue of the lake appear below
and the landscape is dotted with towns and hamlets,
precious and timeless treasure boxes of a culture
and tradition which is still alive. This harmony
makes this region a truly unique place, a land
where life is still “well lived”, where the environment
and historical roots are clearly intertwined. It is
also in a very strategic position from which to strike
out on excursions to some of the most beautiful
art cities of central Italy: Perugia, Assisi, Gubbio,
Siena, Florence, Arezzo, Orvieto, Rome.
Come and enjoy a taste of how we live life!
MAGICAL PLACE OF HISTORY AND MYTHOLOGY
Without a doubt, the Prince of Trasimeno was also
under the spell of the beauty and harmony of this
land. He was the son of the mythical founding
father of the Etruscans, King Tirreno. Enchanted
by this landscape, he fell deeply in love with the
nymph Agilla. This passionate love story, however,
ended in his tragic death. Since then the lake has
taken the name of this lovelorn prince, Trasimeno,
and they say that when the wind caresses the water
one can still hear the mournful laments of Agilla,
eternally searching for her long lost love. Here at
the Lake, mythology blends seamlessly with history
and there are tales of a place considered sacred
by the Etruscans. In fact Lake Trasimeno, which
the Etruscans called Tarsminas on their Tabula
Cortonensis, was seen as a sort of earthly
representation of heaven.
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The Blue Heart of Green Umbria
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Between Florence and Rome
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The Towns: Castiglione del Lago
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Castiglione del Lago is located at the northwestern extremity
of Umbria, its area blending into the Tuscany of Arezzo
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under its control. Peaceful little corners give way to views
of rare beauty, the hues and tones of the countryside
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utmost harmony here. The old centre of the town dominates
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an island, the fourth one of Lake Trasimeno. There are
traces of an ancient Etruscan sanctuary here and the
Roman origins of the town are clearly evident in the parallel
streets which cut through it lengthwise. Well worth a visit
is the museum and its Palazzo della Corgna (1) a- with
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Leone (2) fortress with its pentagonal structure mirroring
the constellation after which it was named, the mystical
symbol of perfection. There are several churches and
sanctuaries in the area bearing witness to the passage
of history and man’s delicate and loving hand can be
clearly seen on the landscape beyon: the area was the
Etruscan’s granary, it is where the vineyards and olive
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The palazzo built by Galeazzo Alessi in the mid-1500s at the behest of the
Marquis Ascanio della Corgna is a lovely example of Italian Renaissance
architecture and features a marvellous fresco cycle painted by Niccolò'3f
Circignani, known as Il Pomarancio, and an antiquarium with Etruscan
and Roman relics found in the surrounding areas. A narrow walkway
connects the Palazzo to the Rocca, a fortress built in 1247 with a fivesided layout recalling the constellation Leo, which also for this reason and
much like Lake Trasimeno, is considered a sacred and mysterious place.
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The Towns: Città della Pieve
Museum Route - “Museo Diffuso”
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Città della Pieve sits at 508m above sea level and looks
out over the Valdichiana and Lake Trasimeno. The town
has all the characteristics of a border town, with
harmonious architectural influences from Tuscany, Lazio
and, of course, Umbria. The surrounding landscape was
the one that inspired native son Pietro Vannucci (ca.1450
-1523), known as “Il Perugino”, who left behind many
paintings, starting with is celebrated Adoration of the
Magi in the Oratorio di Santa Maria dei Bianchi (1).
The historical centre boasts Sienese-style buildings that
date back to the early 1200s, buildings with Roman
influence and others that date anywhere from the
Renaissance to Neoclassical. Things to see: Cathedral (2)
ancient church building (with baptism font) of Longobard
origin. Civic Tower (2) - Romanesque tower from the
12th century. Palazzo della Corgna (3) - designed by
Galeazzo Alessi for the family of Ascanio della Corgna.
Santa Maria dei Servi (4). A church of the order of the
Handmaidens of Maria, today the Diocesan Museum.
The Rocca (5) (or Fortress) - fortification built in 1536.
The Church of Saint Augustine (6) - Built in the Gothic
style in the late 13th century and modified in the late
18th century in Neoclassical style.
The circuit is made up of three of the most important historical-artistic and
monumental sites of the city. The celebrated Adoration of the Magi (1504)
by Pietro Vannucci, known as Il Perugino, hangs in the Oratorio di Santa
Maria dei Bianchi, while the last of his great works, the Deposition of the
Cross (1517) is at the Museo Civico Diocesano di Santa Maria dei Servi.
The last site of major importance on the tour is the 16th century Palazzo
della Corgna, designed by Galeazzo Alessi grotesque decorations by
Niccolò Circignani, known as “Il Pomarancio” and his pupil Salvio Savini.
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Centro Servizi Turistici - Tel. +39 0578299375
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The Towns: Magione
Torre dei Lambardi
Built at the end of the XII century by the
Knights of the Order of the Hospitallers,
also known as the Knights of Malta,
the Torre dei Lambardi sits high above
the town of Magione. The building was
at the centre of fierce battles throughout
the XIV century and, until the end of the
Middle Ages, there were recurring battles
for the possession of this extraordinary
fortress. Today, the tower is a panoramic
place of great charm and has been
tastefully converted for use as a modern
exhibition centre for contemporary art
exhibitions. Open from May to
September from Thursday to Sunday.
Tel. +39 0758473078
Ancient villages and unforgettable sunsets.
The eastern shore of Lake Trasimeno is dotted with towns
and villages steeped in history, it is where the sunsets are
famed for their haunting beauty: San Savino, with its
medieval castle and triangular tower; San Feliciano, a
charming and authentic fishing village; Monte Colognola,
a XIV century village with a unique view of the lakeshore;
Monte del Lago, an architectural gem perched over the
lake; Agello with its marvellous XI century fortress;
Sant’Arcangelo and Torricella, enchanting welcoming towns.
Magione, the main city, is host to the Castle of the Knights
of Malta (1), built in the XII century as a fortified hospital.
Perfectly preserved, it can be visited only on request. A
wonderful inner courtyard hosts the Trasimeno Music Festival
in July, an international festival of classical music directed
by renowned Canadian pianist Angela Hewitt. Magione
further boasts the ancient the Lambardi Tower (2) fortress,
built at the turn of the XII and XIII centuries by the Knights
of the Order of the Hospitallers, which dominates the town
with a magnificent view over the surrounding countryside.
Magione is also dedicated to sports: motor racing, thanks
to the autodromo track, sailing along the shore, hiking in
the hills, windsurfing, quading through the woods and kite
flying on the beaches.
“Museo della Pesca” (3) - San Feliciano
Located in the heart of San Feliciano, a charming fishing village which
has preserved its authenticity, the Museum is an ethno-anthropological
collection which tells of the “culture of water” in and around the Trasimeno
region. It offers a fascinating insight into the relationship between man
and the lake over the course of history. The museum is located next to
the still very active fishermen’s dock and the fishermen themselves actively
contributed to the realization of its interiors. Open from March to December.
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The Towns: Paciano
Photo by Tim Holt
“TrasiMemo” and “Museo Don Aldo Rossi”
Photo by Ilario Balestro
Kieran Mulvaney, author and environmentalist, described
Paciano to the Washington Post as follows: My first
impression, when I got here, is that if Hollywood ever
needed to shoot a film in a medieval village, this would
be the one. A visit to this lovely town should start in the
heart of the historical centre, at Palazzo Baldeschi which
houses the information office and TrasiMemo (1), located
near the Don Aldo Rossi museum (2). As one walks
through the old streets one is enchanted at every corner
by the churches, decorations depicting the Madonna,
the little balconies and small shops offering local
delicacies and crafts, all of which, together with the City
Hall on Piazza della Repubblica blend together seamlessly
in a unique medieval way. Upon leaving there are several
nice walks and cultural stops, like the Madonna della
Stella Church (3) which houses a delightful Mannerist
fresco cycle which recounts a star that comes to rest on
the mantle of the Madonna. Coming to this area also
gives the visitor a unique opportunity to discover precious
yet often unknown cultural relics, to taste local delicacies
and enjoy breathtaking views when walking along the
Via Romea Germanica, which was traced in 1200 when
it lead from Stade in Germany to Rome, and here connects
Castiglione del Lago to Città della Pieve.
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The TrasiMemo-Trasimeno Memory Bank is a truly special sort of bank
which preserves ancient and modern local heritage in several halls with
exhibits and workshops. Nearby is the Don Aldo Rossi Museum, which
is home to the ancient city gonfalon, made by the Bonfigli bottega in
1450. In the museum itself are XVIII century paintings that look like
magnificent arras featuring gracious depictions of the Madonna.
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The Towns: Panicale
Museum Route
This series of monumental buildings
includes:
- the Church of San Sebastiano (4)
with frescoes by Il Perugino: “The
Martyrdom of St Sebastian”
- The Teatro Caporali (5) with its
Piervittori-designed curtain;
- The Collegiate Church of San Michele;
- The Anita Belleschi Grifoni museum
in the Church of Sant’ Agostino (6);
- The museum of sacred vestments
and objects in the Church of Madonna
della Sbarra (7);
- The Mariottini Collection of art at the
Municipal Art Museum (8).
Tel. +39 0758379531
Creative Tourism and Nature Walks
The ancient art of embroidery on tulle is still being taught at the Municipal
School, in the former Chiesa del Rosario, and features permanent and short
courses for Italians and foreigners. The nature paths for excursions on mountain
bike, donkey or a horse will open up a landscape of gently rolling hills, woods
and streams winding through villages steeped in history, a countryside dotted
with olive groves and vineyards. Visitors who seek real direct contact with
nature can also participate in the grape and olive harvests on request.
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A natural terrace overlooking Lake Trasimeno, Panicale
is the birthplace of artists and leaders and retains all
the characteristics of a medieval castle, the structure
perched on Mount Petrarvella. The three ancient squares
on three different levels characterizes its layout like so
many concentric ellipses. The main square hosts a XV
century well (turned into a fountain in the 1900s ) and
the impressive Collegiate Church of San Michele (1),
while the XIV century Palazzo del Podestà (2) (home
of the Historical Archives) was built on the city’s most
panoramic spot on Piazza Masolino, and obviously
boasts a breathtaking view. In addition to being one
of the most beautiful villages in Italy, Panicale has,
since 2007, also earned the prestigious Orange Flag
from the Italian Touring Club for its important cultural
and landscape heritage, and for the many events it
hosts: the theatre season, music festivals, food festivals,
embroidery courses. The Renaissance left a significant
artistic imprint here through such men as Il Perugino,
Raphael and G. Battista Caporali, just to mention some
the great masters of that era. The nearby Mongiovino
Sanctuary (3) is considered one of the most important
examples of Italian Mannerist art. Designed by Rocco
da Vicenza, it houses works by Il Pomarancio,
Lombardelli, Alfani and many more...
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This ancient fishing village, a real gem, is set on the
shore between the blue waters of the lake and the
green of the surrounding hills. Its location makes it
a must for anyone travelling between Umbria and
Tuscany going over the pass which gave Passignano
its name: Passus Jani, or Passo di Giano, the mythical
god of ports. Just outside of town visitors can go
hiking, cycling, mountain biking or horseback riding.
Pieve di San Cristoforo (1), adjacent to the cemetery
on the outskirts of town, is the old parish church of
Passignano and dates to the X century.
The monumental church of the Madonna dell’Oliveto
(2) is in the west of town and was built in the XVI
century. The Rocca (3), or fortress, probably dates
to when the Longobards were here in the V-VI centuries.
It has a stunning view and is opened to the public
for exhibitions, concerts and plays. The Rocca also
hosts the Boat Museum. Perched on a hilltop just
north of town is the hamlet of Castel Rigone, a
charming blend of nature and culture ideal for visitors
seeking an even more tranquil stay. It also boasts
the Santuario of Maria SS. dei Miracoli, a masterpiece
of Umbrian Renaissance architecture.
Nestled in the medieval Rocca, the Boat Museum features exhibits of
lake vessels – part of a special ALLI (Atlante Linguistico dei Laghi
Italiani) project - and also has a room dedicated to the ancient art of
Umbrian embroidery, an art supported by the Marchesa Ranieri of
Sorbello through a school bearing her name. From the Rocca the tour
leads the visitor to the Church of San Cristoforo, which dates to the VIII
and IX centuries and houses some important frescoes. Tours can also
take visitors to the Church of the Madonna dell’Oliveto, a sanctuary built
in the late 1500s.
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www.visitapassignano.it
www.visitapassignano.it
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The Towns: Piegaro
Museo del Vetro
Inside the village of Piegaro there is
an imposing brick chimney which
marks the location of the ancient
glassmaking factory. Today it houses
the Glass Museum or Museo del Vetro.
The building itself is a fine example
of industrial archaeology and its
content tells the history of glassmaking
in Piegaro from the Middle Ages to
the 20th century. The highlight of the
museum is its monument of molten
glass, an homage to the industry that
made this town famous. The museum
organizes various educational
activities for both adults and children.
www.museodelvetropiegaro.it
“Museo Paleontologico Luigi Boldrini” - Pietrafitta
This museum is named after Luigi Boldrini, an archaeologist who,
while inspecting several local sites in the 1960s, began to gather
samples for the first local paleontological collection. This collection of
fossil remains from the Quaternary lignite sites of Pietrafitta encompasses
several thousand pieces and is one of the most important collections
of its genre in Europe.
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The Piegaro area is rich in history and natural beauty.
There is much to be explored and discovered here: the
medieval village of Cibottola, with its nearby Convent
of San Bartolomeo (private) and the castles of Gaiche
(which dates back to before 1318) and Greppolischieto,
which have both been beautifully restored to their former
splendor. The lovely village of Castiglion Fosco is not
far and has a round tower dating to the 15th century.
Near Pietrafitta is the Abbey of the Seven Friars, which
has a lovely Romanesque church with a semi-interred
crypt and a monastery with a gorgeous courtyard. Here
you can also find a precious fossil collection, one of
Europe’s richest and most important paleontological
finds now housed in the Luigi Boldrini Paleontological
Museum (1) in Pietrafitta. In the historical centre of
Piegaro there is also the beautifully preserved Palazzo
Misciattelli-Pallavicini (18th century) and the ancient
glass factory of Piegaro, which has been beautifully
restored and now houses the Glass Museum (2).
Glassmaking was an important activity in this town
starting in the Middle Ages, and it is still a fundamental
part of the local economy.
Cibottola
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Museum Route
The open air museum route of the
Battle of Trasimeno takes the visitor
over the ancient site of the bloody
battle that took place there between
the Carthaginian general Hannibal
and the Romans. The route features
twelve zones with sign posts in
several languages that depict the
history of the encounter and includes
a stop at the fascinating
Documentation Centre at Palazzo
del Capra.
App: GeoGuida Cammino of
Annibale which you can download
from the GooglePlay and App Store
Associazione Turistica Pro-loco
Tel. +39 075825220
“Museo del Merletto” - Isola Maggiore
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Irish-point lace-making was introduced on the island in the early 1900s by Marchioness
Elena Guglielmi, and the local women became so adept at making beautiful pieces
that even the likes of the Tsarina of Russia and Queen Margaret wore their fine pieces.
In the 1960s the quality of the lace being made was such and the requests so many
that several island women decided to turn it into an industry. The Museum on the
island displays many of the most beautiful pieces made by these talented ladies,
many of whom can still be seen working together in the sun in front of their homes.
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Tuoro sits at the northern end of Lake Trasimeno, on the
border between Umbria and Tuscany. Four itineraries
which trace the steps of history and art have been created
here. The most important of these itineraries is the one
dedicated to history and the archaeology of the Battle
of Trasimeno (1). It meanders through the countryside
which saw one of the bloodiest battles of the 2nd Punic
War between the Romans and the Carthaginians. It
comprises twelve stops featuring illustrated panels in
four languages explaining the fine details of the battle.
The second itinerary is a nature walk through the woods
along the Rio River and takes you to the lovely Vernazzano
Tower (2), which leans dramatically to one side. “Campo
del Sole” (3) is the third itinerary and features 27 sculpted
columns made of local stone, known as pietra serena,
set in a lovely park on the lakeshore. The fourth itinerary
is located on Isola Maggiore and is a journey into the
past to explore the stay of Saint Francis on the island
and Renaissance life there. It will also introduce visitors
to the Irish-point lace-makers of the island. The itinerary
also takes visitors to the island’s lovely frescoed church
of San Michele Arcangelo, to the Documentation Centre
and the lace-making museum (4).
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Tel. +39 0758254233
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Land of Etruscan and Roman Civilisation
Because of its strategic location between Florence and Rome, Perugia and Siena, since ancient
times, the Trasimeno area has been at the very centre of Italy’s history. It’s a unique region full of
fascination and eternally fertile lands. Spectacular views and enchanting landscapes are made up
of a harmonious intertwining of the green hills and great civilisations that have animated this land
and its villages. The Etruscans considered Trasimeno, at the crossroads of the great cities of Cortona,
Perugia and Chiusi, as the ideal settlement area and many traces of their existence here can still
today be found in funerary urns, in country houses and in some of the churches which, in all
probability, were built over Etruscan sanctuaries.
Museo Archeologico
Corciano (Perugia)
Tel. +39 0755188260/25
Museo dell’Accademia
Etrusca
Cortona (Arezzo)
Tel. +39 0575637235
Cortona
“Antiquarium”
Palazzo della Corgna
Castiglione del Lago
Tel. +39 075951099
Lago Trasimeno
Castiglione del Lago
Corciano
Perugia
Museo Archeologico
Nazionale
Chiusi (Siena)
Tel. +39 057820177
Chiusi
Ponte San Giovanni
Museo Archeologico Nazionale dell’Umbria
and “I luoghi della Perugia Etrusca”
Perugia - Ponte San Giovanni
Tel. +39 0755736458
Rocca Medievale
Passignano sul Trasimeno
V - VI century
www.visitapassignano.it
Rocca del Leone
Castiglione del Lago
XII century
Tel. +39 075951099
Passignano s.T.
Castel Rigone
Castello dei Cavalieri di Malta
Magione
XII century
Tel. +39 075843547
(tours on request)
Lago Trasimeno
Castiglione del Lago
Magione
Perugia
Mongiovino
Città della Pieve
Rocca di Città della Pieve
Città della Pieve
XIV century
Tel. +39 0578299375
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Santuario “Maria Santissima dei
Miracoli”
Castel Rigone (Passignano sul
Trasimeno)
XV - XVI century
Tel. +39 075845292
Tel. +39 3495991264
(tours on request)
The Trasimeno area has a strong spiritual vocation and is home to a rich array of churches,
sanctuaries and convents dating to the XV and XVI centuries, many of which have a Marian
dedication, and which apart from being the guardians of valuable works of art, also
recount a rural world in search of protection. This same protection and sense of defense,
one of man’s most basic needs, can be felt in the many castles, fortresses, towers and
fortified hamlets that dot every corner of this land, a reminder of its rich and varied
history.
Cattedrale S. Gervasio
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(“Duomo”) Città della Pieve
XIV century
Tel. +39 0578299375
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Land of Churches and Castles
Santuario della Madonna di Mongiovino
Mongiovino (Panicale)
XVI century
Tel. +39 3478498395
Torre dei Lambardi
Magione
XII - XIII century
Tel. +39 0758477051/61
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Land of Great Men and Women
ANNIBALE (247 B.C. - 183 B.C.)
Some consider this Carthaginian general as
the greatest general of all of antiquity. As
you approach Tuoro sul Trasimeno, you
can immediately get a sense of how ideal
this place must have been for the ambush
Hannibal lead which annihilated the
battalions of the Roman consul Caio Flaminio
Nepote. Known as the Battle of Trasemene,
it was one of the bloodiest encounters of the
Second Punic War. At dawn on 24 June,
217 BC, some fifteen thousand Roman
soldiers lost their lives in just three hours of
fierce fighting. The memory of this battle is
kept alive in the Tuoro area with a fascinating
archaeological route dotted with plaques.
Tuoro sul Trasimeno
www.prolocotuorosultrasimeno.it
Fra’ GIOVANNI da PIAN del CARPINE
Born in Magione, Friar Giovanni was one of St Francis’ first followers. An
explorer and missionary, he was sent out to travel throughout Europe to spread
the Franciscan Order. He became famous for the long and perilous journey
he undertook all the way to Mongolia to deliver a message of peace from the
Pope to the Great Khan in 1245, several years before the more celebrated
Marco Polo embarked on his journey. He wrote about his fascinating travels
in his Historia Mongalorium upon his return.
Magione Tel. +39 0758477051/061
1450 - 1523
1182 - 1252
217 a.C.
1182 - 1226
1247- 1297
SAN FRANCESCO
SANTA MARGHERITA
Isola Maggiore
(Tuoro sul Trasimeno)
Tel. +39 0758254233
Laviano/I Giorgi (Castiglione del Lago)
Tel. +39 3336722906
(tours on request)
The founder of the religious order that still
bears his name, the Trasimeno area can
be considered at the centre of an itinerary
which links the places of the great saint.
Starting in Assisi - Santa Maria degli
Angeli all the way to the Verna Sanctuary
outside of Arezzo and the Convent of the
Cells in Cortona in Tuscany.During his
wanderings, Saint Francis came to Isola
Maggiore for a period of meditation in
1211. In memory of this visit a church
and a convent were built, and there is a
boulder, which can still today be seen,
which they say bears his footstep. Not
far from Castel Rigone is a pilgrimage
site, a large flat stone that legend tells us
is where the saint slept.
Born in 1247 at Laviano (Castiglione del
Lago), Saint Margaret was a woman of
incomparable inner strength and considered
the “third light” of the Franciscan tradition.
After various trying episodes, she moved
to Cortona and became a Franciscan
Tertiary. Her conversion, like a Novella
Maddalena (Pope Benedict XVI), took place
near an oak tree known as del Pentimento
just outside of I Giorgi (Castiglione del
Lago). She was a maker of peace between
the warring local Guelphs and the
Ghibellines and founded the congregation
of the Poverelle and a hospital for the poor.
1475 - 1507
PIETRO VANNUCCI “IL
PERUGINO”
ASCANIO della CORGNA
Città della Pieve Tel. +39 0578299375
Panicale Tel. +39 0758379531
Castiglione del Lago Tel. +39 075951099
Città della Pieve Tel. +39 0578299375
1855 - 1910
The Italian Renaissance left many important
traces in Magione in, for example, the treatise
of Niccolò Machiavelli in his The Prince.
Here he cites the Castle of the Knights of
Malta in Magione as the theatre of one of
one of the best-known military conspiracies
against Cesare Borgia, known as il Valentino.
In 1502, he narrowly avoided a plot that
had been organised against him by the lords
of various cities in Central Italy intent on
putting an end to his expansionary aims.
When Borgia heard of the plot, he very
handily befriended the very men that were
against him and then, having gathered them
together in a room at the Castle, killed most
of them and exiled the rest.
M a g i o n e Tel. + 3 9 0 7 5 8 4 3 5 4 7
(tours on request)
Born in Perugia in 1884, Gerardo Dottori is a central
figure of Futurism in art, the most significant Italian
art trend of the XX century. He was one of the most
important exponents of aeropainting, a special way
of portraying mystical landscapes, mostly based on
Lake Trasimeno and Umbria, and, as Marinetti himself
wrote, “renewing the original intensity of Sacred Art.”
Among the works still in Umbria is the frescoed
assembly hall in the Municipal Building of Magione
(in particular the one in which Father Giovanni da
Pian del Carpine delivers a letter of peace from the
Pope to the Great Khan during a long journey that
took him all the way to Mongolia years before Marco
Polo) and those with a religious theme in several
churches of Magione, San Giovanni Battista, San
Cristoforo (Montesperello), Santa Maria Annunziata
(Montecolognola) and in Tuoro, Santa Maria
Magione Tel. +39 0758477051/061
Tuoro sul Trasimeno
Chiesa di Santa Maria Maddalena
1884 - 1977
1514 - 1571
CESARE BORGIA
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GERARDO DOTTORI
A great adventurer, Ascanio della Corgna’s
name is tied to Città della Pieve and
Castiglione del Lago, both of which are
graced with grand palazzi belonging to his
family, where many rooms are decorated
with frescoes that depict episodes from his
life. Ascanio della Corgna is a prime
example of a strong and vehement
adventurer with, nonetheless, a broad and
gentle humanist streak. He fought in all of
his era’s wars, even as far away as Lepanto,
and was such an able swordsman that
thousands would come watch him duel,
as evidenced by a fresco in the family’s
Castiglione del Lago palace.
The best-known artist of his time, Pietro
Vannucci, also known as “Il Perugino”,
was, among others, also the teacher of
Raphael. Born in Città della Pieve, his
work can be found in the most important
museums the world over. In Città della
Pieve one can still admire his Adoration of
the Magi featuring a procession of knights
that disappears into the vast landscapes
he loved to paint, in which the Trasimeno
area is easily recognised. In Panicale there
is the Martyrdom of St Sebastian depicting
the saint in ecstasy as he is pierced by
arrows, his face looking upwards to God
in the heavens. Sought after by kings and
noblemen, Il Perugino was the founder of
a new way of painting, a style featuring
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The Trasimeno region is rich with traces left by emblematic historical personages
VITTORIA AGANOOR and Guido Pompilj
Vittoria Aganoor and Guido Pompilj are
the stars of a romantic yet tragic love
story that took place here at the turn of
the XX century. She was an Armenian
poet, he a local politician who saved
Lake Trasimeno from drying up. When
Vittoria arrived in Monte del Lago she
wrote about the beauty of the lake in her
poems. Considered the best known poet
of the 1800s in Italy, her style recalls
D’Annunzio and Leopardi. She married
Guido but then fell gravely ill and died.
He organised her funeral and then
committed suicide, and in the note he
left behind, asked to be buried next to
her.
Monte del Lago (Magione)
villafest1@gmail.com
(tours on request)
Magione Tel. +39 075841983
1901 - 2001
FRANCO RASETTI
When it comes to peace, one of the most
memorable figures of this region was Franco
Rasetti, a physicist and botanist born in
Pozzuolo Umbro (Castiglione del Lago), where
an association dedicated to him has been set
up with a permanent exhibition and a bronze
bust. He frequented several universities,
including one in Berlin where he befriended
Albert Einstein and was one of the so-called
Via Panisperna Boys, young physicists under
the guidance of Enrico Fermi. However, when
he saw that much of his studies were oriented
towards weapons research he abandoned
physics and turned to botany. “No good could
ever come from the monstrous weapons of
destruction being created,” is how Rasetti
explained his decision, one that isolated him
from the rest of the scientific community.
Pozzuolo Umbro (Castiglione del Lago)
www.francorasetti.it
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The Park and its Islands
Il Parco del lago Trasimeno
Aeroporto Eleuteri - Castiglione del Lago
The largest of the six Regional Parks of Umbria, is one of the most important wetlands
areas in Europe for the presence of plant species, fauna and fish of great importance.
The total silence and the nature that it encompasses allows life to go on here without
having to turn to artificial methods of preservation. It is truly unique.
This former military airport is named after the famous Umbrian pilot Leopoldo Eleuteri and
is now a pristine nature reserve covering some 100 hectares along the Lake Trasimeno
shoreline. It is the departure point for walking trails, horseback excursions and cycling
tracks, and boasts numerous observation areas dedicated to the local fauna and flora.
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Isola Maggiore
Isola Maggiore is under the jurisdiction of Tuoro sul Trasimeno
and is the only one of the three islands that has a stable population.
It still preserves the unique atmosphere of a 15th century fishing
village. In 1211 Saint Francis of Assisi came here at Lent to pray
and fast in peace and quiet, and there is now a lovely chapel
dedicated to his arrival on the island during a violent storm,
marking the place where he landed and knelt down in prayer.
One of the feathers in the cap of the island is the Irish-point lace
made by the local women. The Isola Maggiore Museum Circuit
indicates the most important places to see on the island: Museo
del Merletto (1), Chiesa di S. Michele Arcangelo (2), Casa del
Capitano (3), Chiesa di S. Salvatore (4).
www.isolamaggiore.net
Oasi Naturalistica La Valle
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San Savino - Magione
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PROVINCIA DI PERUGIA
The La Valle Oasis is the natural heart of the Trasimeno area: shallow water and extensive
cane thickets make it an important rest stop and nesting grounds for thousands of migrant
birds. The Oasis is open all year round in the morning (9am to 1pm) and in the afternoon
(3pm to 6pm from October through May and from 4pm to 8pm from June through
September) and offers guided tours, audio tours and nature walks every Thursday and
Saturday morning from 15 June through 15 September. The Oasis has a 500m long
walkway over the marshland to the water’s edge where there is an observatory with 30
binoculars visitors may use. It also has a bird ringing station that is open to the public
on Saturday mornings as well as accommodations for twelve with a kitchen.
www.oasinaturalisticalavalle.it
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Isola Polvese
Isola Minore
The largest of the three islands of the Lake, this one falls under the jurisdiction of Castiglione del Lago.
It actually belongs to the Province of Perugia and is used all year round for tourism and environmental
purposes. It is home to various historical buildings such as the Church of San Secondo, the Olivetano
Monastery (1), the Church of San Giuliano and a Castle (2) dating to the XIV century. The island also
boasts the Porcinai Pond (3), an aquatic garden constructed there by Pietro Porcinai in the late 1950s.
The island is a fine example of sustainable environmental management and many educational activities
and research activities are organised there. It has a Study Centre (4) with accommodations, a Hostel
and centre with a meeting hall and classrooms.
This is the smallest of the
three islands, and not much
is known about it. Privately
owned, it is not inhabited.
It falls under the jurisdiction
of Passignano sul
Trasimeno.
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For information and reservations regarding educational and tourist services, meetings and study stays, please
contact: Centro Educazione Ambientale di Isola Polvese Cooperativa Plestina
Tel. +39 0759659546 +39 3478489578 - Fax +39 0755002231 - www.polvese.it - info@plestina.it
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Exploring the Lake Trasimeno area
Loop walks over the hills surrounding Lake Trasimeno and in the valleys of the Tiber river to explore a
landscape steeped in history and flavours. You will be accompanied by the men and women who live here
and who bring out the finest crops the land here provides.
WAITING FOR THE SPANISH BROOM
Food and wine and historical/cultural itineraries.
Visit local farms and buy their fresh products on site.
Walks in the countryside waiting for the spring bloom
(January through April)
Bus with multilingual guide. Product tasting.
Umbrian farms often host tourists and families in the
lovely setting of the countryside and hilltop villages.
The products they make are also often sold directly to
the consumers, it’s what we call “0 Km” food, very local.
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Info: + 39 348 6081891 - + 39 366 2875687
HIKING AMONG THE SPANISH BROOM
Excursions on foot to enjoy the many fragrances of Spring
(April through June)
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SUMMER SUNSETS AT TRASIMENO
Evening walks as the sun gloriously sets over the lake
(June through September)
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STADE
Berlino
Wernigerode
Bad Neustadt
Praga
Aub
Vienna
Augsburg
Innsbruck
Padova
Photo by Giovanni Maw
Brennero
Trento
Innsbruk
Arezzo
ROMA
VIA ROMEA GERMANICA
AUTUMN TRAILS
Walks in the woods, the aroma of wine and olive oil
(October through November)
Servizio Turistico Territoriale del Trasimeno
Tel. +39 0759652484 - Fax +39 0759652763
info@iat.castiglione-del-lago.pg.it
www.lagotrasimeno.net
The Via Romea from Stade to Rome was first described in the early XIII century
by the Abbot Alberto and is, practically speaking, a succession of itineraries, with
precise data on the places and distances, as well as road conditions, of a round
trip journey he made from Rome to Stade, in Germany, and back. In the Trasimeno
region it covers an area that includes Castiglione del Lago, Paciano and Città
della Pieve. Sign posts are currently being installed along the route
www.viaromeadistade.eu
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Walking paths and bike trails
16 sign-posted walking trails
16 loop walks signposted according to CAI (Club Alpino Italiano)
standards with red/white markings on trees and various poles at the
crossroads.
Nordic Walking
This sport features walking with walking sticks especially designed
to improve your physical condition. The Trasimeno area is a particularly
good place to practice this sport thanks to the beauty of the surrounding
countryside and tranquility that abounds. Info: www.anwi.it
For people who are very fit and athletic
For people who are in good physical condition
1 - Città della Pieve - Pobeto - Km. 10
2 - Castel Rigone - Torre Fiume - Km. 14
3 - Ferretto - Petrignano del Lago - Km. 12,5
4 - La Goga di Magione - Caligiana - Km. 12
5 - Magione - Monte Ruffiano - Km. 11
6 - Missiano - Petrarvella - Panicale - Km. 12
7 - Torale - Vernazzano - Cima di Tuoro - Pischiello - Km. 12,2
8 - Mongiovino - Buca del Calcinaro - Km. 11
9 - La Marzolana - Montali - Sant’Arcangelo - Km. 10,5
10 - Passignano - Poggio del Belveduto - Km. 13
11 - Sanguineto - Montegualandro - Km. 14
12 - Città della Pieve - Fosso della Molinella - Km. 7
13 - Montarale - Greppolischieto - Km. 12
14 - Monte Melino - Monte Penna - Monte Sperello - Km. 14
15 - Torale - Pischiello - Poggio Bandito - Convento dei
Cappuccini - Km. 12
16 - Paciano - Monte Pausillo - Km. 12,5
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16 loop bicycle paths
On a mountain bike along the lakeshore and over the hills, 16 loop
excursions are sign-posted with red/white markings at crossroads.
Medium difficulty
Difficult
Very difficult
1 - The Loop of the Lake - 116 km (in 3 stages)
2 - Between Montarale and il Fersinone - 47 km.
3 - Between the Lake and its Hills - 32.6 km.
4 - Monte Castiglione - 36 km.
5 - Over dry Riverbeds - 41.1km.
6 - Col di Maggio - 31.7 km.
7 - The Three Lakes - 46.7 km.
8 - Trasimeno Loop - 71.6 km.
9 - The Seven Hills - 31.9 km.
10 - The Crest of Montali - 28.3 km.
Walking trails
Bike paths
The bike paths of
Trasimeno
11 - Hamlets, Woods and Castles - 51.9 km.
12 - In the Wild Woods - 28.2 km.
13 - Greppolischieto - Montarale - 38.9 km.
14 - The towers of Cibottola and Gaiche - 23.2 km.
15 - The Woods on the Pian Salto - 39.5 km.
16 - From the Oasis to the Woods - 49.3 km.
Castiglione del Lago - La Frusta
Distance 36 km on level terrain
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The bike paths of Trasimeno
This bike route can be done only with a mountain bike or on foot and goes over
dirt tracks linked together with stretches of paved roads.
It is located between Castiglione del Lago and La Frusta (Sant’Arcangelo) and
covers about half of the lake’s perimeter. In the towns of Passignano, Torricella
and San Feliciano the route goes over existing streets.
Some stretches of the path may be flooded due to the extraordinary high water
level of the Lake this year. Alternative routes are well marked.
You can download the GPS trails
and a description/map of the excursions from www.nelleterredeltrasimeno.com
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Certified Environmental Quality
Since 2006, Trasimeno Lake has been associated with Living Lakes, a
network of 52 lakes all over the world which has been recognised by the
UN for its efforts in the field of the sustainable growth of important lakes,
wetlands and other sweet-water bodies.
As a recognition of the efforts towards adhering to the standards that
guarantee quality management and services that respect the environment,
a seal of quality has been created called the “Manifesto Ambientale”.
An efficient monitoring system to safeguard the quality
of the environment
The quality of the environment is under the constant and vigilant eye of
the ARPA (the Regional Authority for Environmental Protection), who takes
samples and analyses the various parameters of air, water and earth to
make sure they conform to both national and European norms. The results
of this data is fundamental in the establishment of policies aimed at the
improvement of the environment of the lake area.
www.arpa.umbria.it
The “Five Sails” of the Legambiente and Touring Club Italiano
The Guida Blu, published by Legambiente and Touring Club, is a guide to the quality
of the seas and lakes of Italy to ensure a vacation in a well cared-for environment. The
best resort areas of Italy are awarded “five sails” for their excellence. Of the 75 resort
areas surveyed in the country in 2014, only six were awarded the full five sails, and
Tuoro sul Trasimeno was at the top of the list, followed by Castiglione del Lago, Magione
and Passignano sul Trasimeno, with four sails.
The Touring Club Italiano Orange Flag
The “Bandiera Arancione” is a seal of environmental and tourism excellence awarded
by the Italian Touring Club to smaller towns and villages which distinguish themselves
for the quality of their hospitality. In the Trasimeno area, Città della Pieve and Panicale
earned this high honour from among the many fascinating hamlets and villages that
dot the region.
Italy’s Prettiest Villages
The Italian organisation known as the “I Borghi più Belli d’Italia” came about to raise awareness
of the great historical, artistic, environmental and cultural heritage the small towns and hamlets
of this country represent. In the Trasimeno area, Castiglione del Lago, Panicale and Paciano
were admitted as members of this exclusive club, further proof of the liveability of this region.
Not only can you relax walking, cycling and horseback riding (there are
various horseback riding centres and stables), but the sports you can enjoy
here are many and include golf, archery, tennis on land, or, on the water,
kite-surfing, sailing, windsurfing and waterskiing. Lovers of two and fourwheeled racing can go to the nearby autodromo and the crossdromo. The
Trasimeno area is also ideal for fishing – both amateur and professional.
There are many well-equipped bathing establishments along the shoreline.
Photo by Giorgio Brusconi
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Wine and Olive Oil
Vineyards have been cultivated on the
hills surrounding Lake Trasimeno since
time immemorial, thriving in the mild
climate of the lake and the optimum
exposure to the sun the slopes provide
to the vines, the many microclimates
an ideal habitat for a variety of different
types of wine grapes. Over the years,
there has been a marked improvement
in the quality and variety of the wine
production which has resulted in new
Colli del Trasimeno wines: four whites
(Dry, Select White, Sparkling and
Vinsanto), five reds (Red, Select Red,
Red Reserve, Sparkling and Novello),
a Spumante Classico and a selection
of single varietals (Grechetto, Merlot,
Cabernet Sauvignon, Gamay, Merlot
Riserva, Cabernet Sauvignon Riserva
and Gamay Riserva).
Olive oil is one of the Trasimeno region’s oldest
and most typical products. Vast expanses of
groves cloak the hillsides and characterise the
landscape, offering a fine quality extra virgin
olive oil that has been certified and guaranteed
by the DOP (Denomination of Protected
Origin)Umbria seal and with the geographic
Colli del Trasimeno denomination. The quality
olive oils are made using mostly the Dolce
Agogia, Frantoio, Leccino and Moraiolo varietals.
Associazione “Strada del Vino Colli del Trasimeno”
Strada dell’Olio Extra Vergine d’Oliva DOP Umbria
The Wine Roads Association serves as a promotional tool encouraging quality food
and wine tourism in order to raise awareness of the fine traditions of the local
winemaking industry.
www.stradadelvinotrasimeno.it
Last Sunday
of May
Organised by the Wine Tourism Movement, this
event is one of the industry’s most important for
consumer & wine enthusiasts who wish to improve
their knowledge of the wines by getting to know
the terroir and its winemakers first hand. On this
day the local wineries open their doors to the
public, offering their wines and, often, also
providing entertainment.
www.movimentoturismovino.it
This route connects the best Umbria has to offer, a hidden Umbria that comes
through the Trasimeno area: personages, unusual places, olive presses and farms.
www.stradaoliodopumbria.it
Frantoi Aperti (from 31 October to 29 November)
The Consorzio Tutela Vini Colli del Trasimeno
(Trasimeno Wine Consortium) was founded in January
of 1997, its logo depicting the gently rolling hills that
surround the Lake. The aim of the Consortium, which
is supported by contributions from the winemakers
who for years have committed themselves to the
improvement of their product, is to increase awareness
the fine quality of the wines made here.
www.trasimenovinidoc.it
After the olive harvest it’s time to taste the new olive oil at the presses themselves, and the season
includes entertainment and cultural events, relaxing weekends and gatherings on town squares
and at the olive presses of Lake Trasimeno along the Umbrian DOP Extra-virgin Olive Oil Road.
Feste dell’Olio
In November and December the towns around Trasimeno Lake celebrate the new olive oil with
festivities and olive press tours.
Among these: Olivagando in Magione, OliAmo in Passignano sul Trasimeno, “L’Olivo nella
storia di Castiglione del Lago”, which takes place in the town’s centre.
www.frantoiaperti.net
The Saffron
of Città della Pieve
This magical plant is famous
for the beauty of its purple flower
and its crimson red stigmas
which dye everything a splendid
yellow. Today, saffron is mostly
used in cooking and some of
the finest local restaurants
specialize in its use.
There is now a consortium
dedicated to safeguarding
saffron, promoting its use and
maintaining high production
standards so that this local
specialty will retain its unusual
typical characteristics.
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Trasimeno Fish
The Fagiolina of Trasimeno
Cured meats
Honey
Fish has been a vital source of
nutrition for the local people since
time immemorial. Today’s
professional fishermen work together
united by a cooperative. The fish they
catch are regina carp, eel, tench, royal
bass, pike and silversides. The regina
carp is best cooked in porchetta and
is Trasimeno’s best known fish. It
roe is used to make soups and as
dressing for pasta dishes. The area’s
famous “tegamaccio”, which gets its
name from the crock pot in which it
is prepared, is a delicious fish soup.
Cultivated here since the times of the
Etruscans and the Greeks, this tiny
bean thrives in the ideal climate and
terrain of Lake Trasimeno. It can be
easily recognized by its small size
and various colours.The fagiolina is
used by gourmets and great chefs in
both traditional dishes and brand new
modern recipes. The Trasimeno
Fagiolina Consortium was founded
in 2002 to safeguard its production
and guarantee its quality, and since
2002 it has been part of the Slow
Food.
The pig has always been a preferred
animal (Divin Porcello) and its meat
is the “Queen of the Dinner Table.”
Over the centuries, man has perfected
the art of conserving the meat and
processing it into fine cured meats:
prosciutto, sausage, salami, coppa
and capocollo made by many small
local processing plants.
The overall mild climate and the
composition of the woods and
plants in the Trasimeno area have
led to the production of various
types of high quality honey. The
millefiori variety is the most diffuse
type of honey made by local
beekeepers, but there is also
chestnut honey, sunflower honey,
acacia, heather, clover,
honeysuckle, arbutus berry,
sainfoin and honeydew honey.
Then there is royal jelly, propolis
and hydromel, an ancient
beverage with mythological
connotations which has been
enjoyed since time immemorial.
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Trasimeno Sapori
“Trasimeno Sapori”, or the Flavours of Trasimeno, is an
initiative organised by the URAT Consortium, an association
of local tourism services, the Sistema Turistico Locale of
Trasimeno, the Colli del Trasimeno Wine Road and local
firms producing the raw materials used by chefs of local
restaurants.
This event strives to support and encourage the improvement
of local food and wine and increase awareness of Trasimeno
specialties. Restaurants which adhere to the initiative
guarantee the quality and professionalism which give the
area’s fine cuisine its identity.
When in the Trasimeno area for your holidays, dine in
Trasimeno Sapori restaurants where they mostly use quality
fresh raw materials purchased from trusted local growers
and well-established producers.
Excellent quality for the price. Ideal for groups and families.
IL CASALE
Voc. Cerreto, 50 - Paciano (PG)
Tel./Fax + 39 075830465 - +39 3483018414
www.ristoranteilcasale.it - ristoranteilcasale@hotmail.com
Located on the slopes of Monte Pausillo, it offers the tranquillity of a spot
nestled in the nature of the Umbrian countryside. Panoramic terrace with
lake views. A la carte menu. Old fashioned cooking using only local
and seasonal products (Chianina meat, game, truffles and tiny local
fagiolina beans).
Closed every Wednesday and all of November.
L’ACQUARIO
Via V. Emanuele, 69 - Centro Storico - Castiglione del Lago (PG) - Tel. +39 0759652432 - +39 335 6080575
www.ristorantelacquario.it - info@ristorantelacquario.it
Our cuisine is dedicated to the products of Umbria’s fertile land, to the delicious fish from the Lake, to the vegetation,
flowers, flavours and fragrances of the Trasimeno area. Outdoor summer dining on the main street.
DA SAURO
Via Guglielmi, 1
Isola Maggiore - Tuoro sul Trasimeno
Tel. +39 075826168
www.dasauro.it
L’OCA BRUCIATA
Viale Roma, 7/C
Paciano
Tel. +39 0758307008
rosichiara@libero.it
I BONCI
Via Lungolago Alicata, 31
San Feliciano - Magione
Tel. +39 0758479355
www.ibonci.com
L'ACQUARIO
Via Vittorio Emanuele, 69
Castiglione del Lago
Tel. +39 0759652432
www.ristorantelacquario.it
IL CASALE
Voc. Cerreto, 50
Paciano
Tel. +39 075830465 - 3483018414
www.ristoranteilcalsale.it
LOCANDA POGGIO LEONE
Via Indipendenza, 116/B
Pozzuolo - Castiglione del Lago
Tel. +39 075959519
www.locandapoggioleone.it
IL LIDO SOLITARIO
Via Lungolago, 16
Castiglione del Lago
Tel. +39 075951891
www.castiglionedellago.eu/illidosolitario.htm
LO ZAFFERANO
Via I. Vanni, 1
Città della Pieve
Tel. +39 0578298063
www-hotel-vannucci.com
ISOLA POLVESE
Isola Polvese - Castiglione del Lago
Tel. +39 0759659545 - +39 075953837
www.isolapolvese.it
OSTERIA ROSSO DI SERA
Via Papini, 81
San Feliciano - Magione
Tel. +39 0758476277
rossodisera96@hotmail.com
LA CANTINA
Via Vittorio Emanuele, 93
Castiglione del Lago
Tel. +39 0759652463
www.ristorantecantina.it
LA CAPANNINA
Via Lungolago, 20
Castiglione del Lago
Tel. +39 3395456987 - 3277321167
lacapannina.srl@libero.it
RISTORANTE C’ERA UNA VOLTA
Loc. Trasimeno I, 23
Castiglione del Lago
Tel. +39 0759659197
VOLANTE INN
Via Sette Martiri, 52
Tuoro sul Trasimeno
Tel. +39 075826107
www.housecooking.it
“A day in Paradise”
Every Tuesday, Thursday and Friday morning the Azienda Agricola La Cerreta organises guided tours (by mini-train) and tastings of organic
extra-virgin olive oil, wine and the cured meat of ostriches we breed on the premises.
The tour begins in the milk cow stalls and the Ostrich Park and then proceeds to the olive groves, with interesting explanations of the various
production processes.
Guests are then accompanied to “ArteCerreta”, a fascinating tour of contemporary art set in nature.
Old and young alike will enjoy the “Umbria Mini Zoo”, a chance to observe several types of animals in environments that closely resemble their
own natural habitats, therefore no cages but fenced-in areas to protect them from direct human contact.
¤ 10.00 per person
Lunch featuring a menu of local delicacies can be booked - ¤ 15.00
Those who would like to take part are requested to book at least one day in advance by calling one of the following numbers:
Tel. + 39 334 686 4765 – Office: Tel. +39 075 951 464
Events
Strasimeno
Castiglione del Lago
8 March
Strasimeno is the Park of Trasimeno’s
ultra-marathon. 58 kilometres long, the
race runs around the entire shoreline of
Lake Trasimeno, starting and, of course,
ending in Castiglione del Lago. This
important race has attracted an increasing
number of participants over the years
and is now one of the season’s most
important “ultra” races in Italy. It marks
the beginning of the tourism season in
this region where hospitality ranks as
one its most distinguishing
characteristics.
strasimeno2013@dreamrunners.it
www.podismo.com/strasimeno.htm
APRIL
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Quadri Viventi
Festa del Tulipano
Meeting di Primavera
Every year, in the evocative setting of the
basement of the Palazzo Orca, “living
paintings” can be admired which depict
scenes of the Passion, Death and
Resurrection of Christ. Each of the six
“paintings” portrays one particular scene:
the Last Supper, the Garden of
Gethsemane, Ecce Homo, the
Flagellation, the Pietà and Resurrection.
The lighting is provided by torches and
candles held by some forty figures. The
“paintings” are “reproductions” of 16 and
17th century works of Italian art.
The Tulip Festival has been celebrated every
April since 1956. It is organized by the
Castiglione del Lago pro-loco association and
attracts thousands of visitors every year. The
event features an opening-day parade of
allegorical floats decorated with thousands of
colourful tulips by the five neighborhoods.
Around town the tavernas open their doors and
the streets are enlivened with local street actors
playing ancient games in vintage costumes.
Tulip Palio.
This annual international meeting at the
Castiglione del Lago airport features some
1500 light aircraft and attracts a wide range
of visitors enamored of flight in its many forms.
There will be some 100 stands offering all
sorts of products and equipment for flying, an
air show including aerial acrobatics and many
aircraft on the ground to see from up close.
Visitors, even those who have never flown
before, can also climb in a plane and enjoy a
flight.
Città della Pieve
5 - 6 April
www.borgodentro.it
Castiglione del Lago
April
Ass. Turistica Pro-Castiglione
Tel./Fax +39 0758671183
www.festadeltulipano.it
Castiglione del Lago
24 - 25 - 26 April
Tel. +39 075953330
www.meetingdiprimavera.it
aeroclubtrasimeno@tiscali.it
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Castiglione del Lago
30 April - 3 May
At Castiglione del Lago, on the 1st of May
weekend in 1984, hundreds of kite enthusiasts
gathered from around the world to “paint the
sky” and an event was born. Every year at the
same time thousands of kites and hot-air
balloons fly high in the sky in a spectacular
show of colours and shapes, all framed by the
beauty of the surrounding landscape and
imbued with the traditional values of the land.
Comune di Castiglione del Lago
Ufficio Cultura - Tel. +39 0759658229
www.coloriamoicieli.com
JUNE
Coloriamo i Cieli
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Isola del Libro Trasimeno
Infiorata del Corpus Domini
Infiorata di San Luigi Gonzaga
The Trasimeno Book Island is an event
aimed at promoting books and reading
and takes place on Isola Maggiore. It
was organised by the Isola del Libro
Association founded by book seller Italo
Marri and the first edition of this event
in September 2013 was very well
received by an enthusiastic public.
Literary cafés, musical events,
exhibitions and much more made up
this cultural happening, and highlights
included talks by famous authors,
journalists and figures from the world
of culture and politics.
The traditional carpeting of the main street of
several historic centres with large religious
designs made of flower petals, known as the
Infiorata, is an increasingly popular event
animated with a strong spirit of volunteering
as the night is spent carefully laying the petals
and leaves, donated by some of the major
flower companies and gathered over the
preceding months, into intricate designs.
This very beautiful and particular yearly
celebration is in honour of St. Luigi Gonzaga,
Patron of the Casalino Quarter, and since the
Middle Ages had involved adorning the main
street of the city with “paintings” made with
colourful and fragrant flower petals. The evening
before the festival, the inhabitants of the Casalino
quarter cover the pavement of via Pietro
Vannucci with carpets of perfectly placed flower
petals for all to admire until the following
evening. The event is enlivened with music.
Isola Maggiore
June - September
www.isoladelibrotrasimeno.it
Tuoro sul Trasimeno
7 June
facebook:Comune di Tuoro sul Trasimeno
informa - Tel. +39 075825220
Città della Pieve
20 - 21 June
Tel./Fax +39 0578299375
www.terzierecasalino.it
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Events
Trasimeno Music Festival
Magione
4 - 10 July
This classical music festival is directed
by the renowned Canadian pianist Angela
Hewitt. Concerts are held in the Castle,
Saint Peter’s Abbey in Perugia and
Gubbio’s Church of San Domenico and
feature extraordinary musicians who,
during the weeklong festival, offer their
audiences some of the world’s greatest
music. The international press has ranked
this festival as “one of the most prestigious
festivals in Europe” and as a “small great
festival”.
Tel./Fax +39 0755733078
www.trasimenomusicfestival.com
Palio delle Barche
Passignano sul Trasimeno
18 - 26 July
The Palio delle Barche, or competition of the
boats, is an historical reenactment of the power
struggle between two important Perugian
families: the Baglioni and the Oddi. The
spectacular race takes place on land and on
the lake waters on the last Sunday of July. The
burning of the castle is particularly thrilling, as
are the fireworks over the lake, and both attract
thousands of visitors from all over. During the
event the local tavernas open their doors to
offer the finest of local culinary tradition.
www.paliodellebarche.it
Festival Internazionale dei Giovani
Concertisti - Castel Rigone
Trasimeno Blues Festival
July - August
Various venues around the Trasimeno area
23 July - 2 August
In 2015 this festival will celebrate its 18th
edition. The 11 concerts that make up the
festival take place in the charming Piazza
Sant’Agostino in Castel Rigone and feature
trios, quartets and both national and
international orchestras with soloists of great
renown. The evening dedicated to voice is one
of the most popular and visitors flock from all
over to hear the beautiful music in this
enchanting atmosphere.
The joyous and fun-filled atmosphere of the
blues fills the Trasimeno air as it hosts one of
Italy’s most important Blues festivals, featuring
music from the Mississippi to that of Mali. The
concert venues are the charming tiny villages
that dot the lakeshore offering music from dusk
to dawn, as well as putting on art exhibitions,
organising competitions and running seminars.
It is a multiethnic series of events which seeks
out new talent and renovation in a spirit of
peace and harmony.
www.giovaniconcertisti.com
info@giovaniconcertisti.com
www.trasimenoblues.it
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Photo By Chiara Albanesi
AUGUST
Photo By Alessandro Bigerna
Rassegna Internazionale del
Folklore - Castiglione del Lago
August
In August of every year, Castiglione del
Lago hosts a folklore event organized by
the Agilla e Trasimeno folklore group and
it has become very popular both in Italy
and abroad. It is based on a formula
which offers performances of international
folklore groups presenting their countries’
traditional and culture. The venue is the
enchanting Rocca Medievale and
performances are also given at other
locations in and around the Lake area
and Umbria.
www.agillaetrasimeno.it
agillatrasimeno@libero.it
Notti Bianche - Passignano sotto le Stelle
Passignano sul Trasimeno
From sunset to dawn the shoreline and historical
centre of Passignano become a single bustling
pedestrian zone where visitors can enjoy a full
night of shows, fashion, exhibitions, concerts,
crafts stalls, food and wine.
Notte Verde Bianca Rossa
Città della Pieve - 8 August
A very special all-night event celebrating the
beauty of Italy. The Italy of the great brand
names, thrilling music, fine food and wine in
the pleasant and spacious historical centre.
Italy is celebrated through its films, theatre, TV
and fashion in the grandest of ways.
www.comune.passignano-sul-trasimeno.pg.it
www.cittadellapieve.org
Palio dei Terzieri
Ferragosto Toreggiano
The challenge is launched on 16 August and the
medieval archery competition is on 23 August.
The historical procession and the “Bull Hunt”, a
competition which sees the archers of the various
quarters pitted against one another as they try to
hit the “bull’s-eye” on large revolving wooden
bulls. Before the competition begins, some 700
locals, all dressed in vintage clothing (dressed
as Pietro Vannucci, the painter and native son,
had depicted them) and playing the roles of
medieval farmers, lawyers, priests and ladies,
head to the arena from their own neighborhoods
in a lively, dramatic and very colourful procession.
This event features a series of theatrical displays
and animation based on Ancient Rome to
enliven the streets of the town during this midsummer vacation time.
There is a great Historical Dinner offering
delicacies based on recipes from Roman times
prepared by talented local chefs and there are
actors in vintage clothing to make the
atmosphere as realistic as possible. The venue
is the very panoramic Rondò terrace.
Città della Pieve
11 - 23 August
Ufficio Turistico Comunale
Tel./Fax +39 0578299375
www.paliodeiterzieri.it
Tuoro sul Trasimeno
August
Tel./Fax +39 075825220
www.prolocotuorosultrasimeno.it
info@prolocotuorosultrasimeno.it
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Events
Trasiremando
Passignano sul Trasimeno
15 August
Trasiremando takes place every year on the 15th
of August. The vintage boat race starts in
Passignano sul Trasimeno and is a noncompetitive event open to any vessel powered by
paddles. It is a re-enactment of an ancient
traditional race among fishing boats which for
centuries took place during the San Rocco festival.
Trasiremando goes from Minore Island to Maggiore
Island and then to Polvese Island, Monte del Lago
and then returns to Passignano sul Trasimeno.
There are also ending spots for less difficult races.
www.trasiremando.it
info@trasiremando.it
Piccolo Festival del Rondò
Tuoro sul Trasimeno
Last ten days of August
Classical music played on the violin, cello and
piano, operatic arias, monologues and
presentations on the lovely Rondò terrace
overlooking the lake. The quiet, central Rondò
is small and boasts great acoustics, and during
the last two weeks of August offers spectators
some truly breathtaking scenery and sunsets.
First held in 2014, it’s tremendous success
has mandated its return!
facebook: Comune di Tuoro sul Trasimeno
informa - Tel. +39 075825220
Festival di Musica Classica
Castiglione del Lago
Last ten days of August
The Classical Music Festival takes place in
Castiglione del Lago’s Sala del Teatro, in the
Palazzo della Corgna, during the months of
August and September. This cultural event is
organized with the support of the Region of
Umbria and features concerts by internationally
renowned soloists and orchestras. The artistic
director is Countess Marzia Zacchia Crispolti.
Comune di Castiglione del Lago
Ufficio Cultura Tel. +39 0759658229
www.comune.castiglione-del-lago.pg.it
Musica Insieme Panicale
Panicale
August - September
A Festival of ancient, classical and contemporary
music begun by composer M° Klaus Huber and
directed by Prof. Joachim Steinheuer (organised
by the Culture and Tourism Department), this event
features concerts by renown Italian and international
musicians, film screenings, marionette shows and
encounters with the musicians. The great
masterpieces and brand new compositions are
performed in the most enchanting venues of the
city: the Teatro Caporali, the Mongiovino Sanctuary,
the Chiesa della Madonna della Sbarra, the Chiesa
di Sant’Agostino and the Chiesa di San Sebastiano.
Ufficio Cultura
Tel. +39 0758379531
cultura@comune.panicale.pg.it
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Festival delle Corrispondenze
Magione
September
Conferences, readings, exhibitions, theatre,
wine and food tasting, hiking and book
stalls, the Festival of Letter writing takes
place every year in the splendid medieval
village of Monte del Lago and enriches
the Vittoria Aganoor Pompilj National Prize
for Literature for correspondence. The poet
Vittoria Aganoor (1855-1910) was one
of Italy’s most important literary figures
of the early 1900s. She spent the last
years of her life in Monte del Lago and
dedicated some of her most moving poetry
to Lake Trasimeno.
www.corrispondenzetrasimeno.it
www.magionecultura.it
L’Isola di Einstein
Mille & Una Umbria
Fourth edition of spectacular scientific
exhibitions.
The beautiful setting of the Isola Polvese
becomes the charming backdrop where
scientists, actors and street artists from all over
the world gather to present demonstrations and
performances having to do with science and
technology. It’s a new way to approach science
and innovation by involving families with
children, students, the elderly and people of
all ages who are curious about the world and
want to spend a weekend in Umbria having
some really smart fun.
Mille & Una Umbria, a Thousand and One
Umbria is a food and wine event designed to
share the beauty of the historical centre. There
is music from morning to night, as well as
guided tours, creative workshops, shows,
entertainment for kids, local delicacies and
stands.
A day in which to celebrate our cultural heritage,
sample 0 Km products and enjoy the village
and its joyful festive spirit.
Isola Polvese
4 - 6 September
www.isoladieinstein.eu
Paciano
Second Sunday of September
www.comune.paciano.pg.it
OCTOBER
SEPTEMBER
Photo by Ilario Balestro
L’Opera dei Vetrai
Piegaro
Second weekend of October
Every year, on the second weekend of
October together with the Chestnut Festival,
the OPERA DEI VETRAI (or the Work of the
Glassmaker) takes place in Piegaro at the
Glass Museum. Artisans from all over Italy
come and for two days they teach us about
the ancient craft of glassmaking, the many
different technique, how to paint it, fuse it,
work with it, put it together and even engrave
it. During this same time there is also a
small crafts market featuring glass products
made by the artisans.
www.comune.piegaro.pg.it
www.museodelvetropiegaro.it
Events
Zafferiamo - Giornate di Valorizzazione
dello Zafferano
Città della Pieve 23 - 25 October
In honour of the flowering of this delicate spice,
the city organises tours of the saffron plantations
as the harvest takes place and the crimson
stigmas are left to dry. There are cooking
lessons, classes on how to dye cloth and make
paint and there are conventions and concerts
all dedicated to this marvellous gift from nature.
The consortium of saffron producers and the
restaurants will feature the product and recipes
using it.
www.cittadellapieve.org
DECEMBER
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Presepe Monumentale
Città della Pieve
25 December – 6 January
The Monumental Nativity Scene, set up in the
underground rooms of the renaissance Palazzo
della Corgna, is a series of scenes that lead up
to the Nativity Scene and is a tradition that has
been handed down over many years. It was first
set up by the Terziere Castello and its collaborators
in 1967 to exalt the Umbrian nativity scene
tradition. Since then, thanks to the talent and
creativity of local artisans, the Nativity Scene of
Città della Pieve has become one of the most
important ones in Italy, attracting thousands of
visitors every year. Opening hours:every day
from 10am to 12:30pm and again from 3pm
to 7pm.
www.presepemonumentale.it
Christmas at Lake Trasimeno
Theatrical performances and concerts on the piazza and in the churches, Christmas markets
and an abundance of nativity scenes: live ones, monumental ones, mechanical, miniature
and life-sized crèches enliven Christmas at Lake Trasimeno.
Nativity scenes and more
Worthy of note:
Castel Rigone – a life-sized nativity scene in front of the Santuario di Maria Santissima dei
Miracoli.
Castiglione del Lago – Monumental nativity scene in front of the Rocca del Leone, with figures
inspired on the della Corgna family.
Magione – Next to the Chiesa di San Giovanni Battista. This large historic nativity scene
occupies an area of some 55 sqm and features scenes of daily life during the time of Christ,
with mechanised figures that follow the rhythm of the day and night, a presentation which
enchants the young and old alike.
Passignano sul Trasimeno – at the Castello. A live nativity scene with more than 100
personages, with food and crafts stands.
Pozzuolo – Live nativity scene in the small town’s historic centre.
The events listed herein are subject to change, and the Consorzio URAT can assume no responsibility for this.
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EVENTS:
30 and 31 May - “Cantine Aperte” (Open Wineries)
10 August - “Calici sotto le Stelle” (Wine by Starlight)
From 8 September to 8 October - Benvenuta Vendemmia (Welcome Harvest)
All events are organised in cooperation with the Movimento Turismo Vino
www.mtvumbria.it
The “Strada del Vino Colli del Trasimeno” welcomes you and looks forward
to telling you all about the region and its wine, and to take you on a memorable
discovery tour of the wineries of the Trasimeno area.
You can taste and buy wine, olive oil and local products directly at the wineries.
Winery visits are arranged upon request: come and explore the vineyards and the winery.
Contact us and learn about the world of wine… firsthand!
1) La Casa Colonica
Loc. la Casella,1
06069 Vernazzano - Tuoro s.T. (PG)
Tel. +39 075 8254060 - Fax +39 0575 679798
www.vinimezzetti.it
10) Coldibetto
Voc. Col di Betto
06133 Colle Umberto (PG)
Tel. +39 335 5779228
www.coldibetto.com
2) Az. Montemelino
Fonte S. Angelo, 15
06069 Tuoro s.T. (PG)
Tel. +39 075 8230127 - Fax +39 075 8230156
www.montemelino.com
11) Duca della Corgna
Via Roma, 236 - 06061
Castiglione del Lago (PG)
Tel. +39 075 9652493 - Fax +39 075 9525303
www.cantinadeltrasimeno.it
3) Az. Agr. Carlo e Marco Carini
Strada del Tegolaro
Loc. Colle Umberto (PG)
Tel./Fax +39 075 6059495
www.agrariacarini.it
12) Il Poggio
Via Petrarca, 50
06060 Macchie - Castiglione del Lago (PG)
Tel./Fax +39 075 9680381
www.vitivinicolailpoggio.com
4) Az. Agr. Castello di Magione
Viale Cavalieri di Malta, 3
06063 Magione (PG)
Tel. +39 075 843547 - Fax +39 075 8478770
www.sagrivit.it
13) Az. Agr. La Querciolana
Via Vieniche, 4
06064 Panicale (PG)
Tel. +39 075 837477
www.laquerciolana.it
5) Az. Agr. Pucciarella
Loc. Villa di Magione
06063 Magione (PG)
Tel. +39 075 8409147 - Fax +39 075 8409440
www.pucciarella.it
14) Morami
Loc. Podicerri, 8
06060 Macchie - Castiglione del Lago (PG)
Tel./Fax +39 075 9589107
www.morami.it
6) Terre del Carpine
Via Formanuova, 87
06063 Magione (PG)
Tel. +39 075 840298 - Fax +39 075 843744
www.terredelcarpine.it
15) Madrevite
Via Cimbano, 36
06060 Vaiano - Castiglione del Lago (PG)
Tel./Fax +39 075 9527220
www.madrevite.com
7) Il Toppello
Mantignana
06073 Corciano (PG)
Tel. +39 075 5841456 - Fax +39 075 5841245
www.iltoppello.it
16) Podere Marella
Loc. Ferretto, 32
06061 Castiglione del Lago (PG)
Tel. +39 075 9659028
www.poderemarella.it
8) Cantina Il Picchio
Via Case Sparse, 58
06063 Magione (PG)
Tel. +39 075 841595 - Fax 075 7823429
www.casaleilpicchio.it
17) Biovitivinicola Colle del Sole
Loc. Pierantonio
06019 Umbertide (PG)
Tel./Fax +39 075 9414390
www.colledelsole.it
9) Berioli
Loc. Montesperello Case Sparse, 21
06063 Magione (PG)
Tel. +39 335 5498173 - Fax +39 075 5052465
www.cantinaberioli.it
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Things to do
Teaching farms
Chocolate
Oil Presses
LA CASA DI CAMPAGNA
Farms animals
LA ROSA DEI VENTI
Loc. Poggio del Sole
Vaiano - Castiglione del Lago
Tel. +39 3355455622
www.agricolabittarelli.it - info@agricolabittarelli.it
MOLINI POPOLARI RIUNITI SCA
Come and visit the farm animals, take your first ride
on a tame horse and dine with us. Please book in
advance. Opening hours: Afternoons from 16:00
Via Perugina, 4 - Passignano sul Trasimeno
Tel./Fax +39 075828213
g.mercanti@molinipopolaririuniti.it
www.mpr-eu.it
Open every Thursday from 9:00 to 12:00
We produce and sell vegetables, dried and
processed cereals, preserves, olive oil and
Trasimeno’s iconic Fagiolina bean, typical of the
area. In addition, we offer various educational
courses aimed at raising awareness of the
environment, teaching production methods and
cooking lessons. Wine tasting tours by appointment.
The ticket includes: video, guided tour of the
museum, rich tasting area of Perugina delicacies,
vision of the factory according to the production
schedule.
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Boat with captain for hire
Sailing Clubs
Wake park
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Public Beach Resorts
PESCATORE CAFÈ “ZONA SUD” E SPIAGGIA
MERANGOLA SPORTS BEACH“ ZONA NORD
CLUB VELICO CASTIGLIONESE
Associazione Sportiva Dilettantistica
Viale Divisione Brigata Garibaldi, 49
Castiglione del Lago - Tel./Fax +39 075953035
www.cvcastiglionese.it - info@cvcastiglionese.it
Lungolago - Castiglione del Lago
Tel. +39 3476678398 - +39 3277433885
lovetrasimeno@hotmail.it
Pescatore Cafè Praia and Merangola Sports Beach,
equipped beaches for relaxation and fun. Rent a
canoe or a pedalò, play soccer, beach volleytennis or enjoy snacks at the coffee bar.
Live bands Fridays.
Sailing School for adults and children, weekly
camps for kids, excursions with a skipper,
boat dock equipped with water
and power with 200 berths. Open all year.
TRASIMENO WAKE PARK
Castiglione del Lago
www.trasimenowakepark.it
www.facebook.com/trasimenowakepark
Tel. +39 3491609637
NAVILAGANDO
Tel. +39 3335709373 - +39 3351739492
www.navilagando.com - navilagando@libero.it
The only Cable Park in all of Umbria.
Enjoy wakeboarding for adults and kids.
Lessons and equipment rental.
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Things to do
Golf
Adventure park
Quad hire
Vespa hire
UMBRIA IN QUAD
GOLF CLUB LAMBORGHINI
Tel. +39 3387760216 (Luca)
info@umbriainquad.com - www.umbriainquad.com
GPS: 43° 05’ 23.27 N - 12° 11’ 22.01 E
Loc. Soderi 1 - Panicale
Tel./Fax +39 075837582
segreteria@golflamborghini.it - www.lamborghinionline.it
9-hole golf course, practice range,
putting and pitching green
Equipment for beginners and lessons
Office, Pro-Shop, Bar.
Guided quad excursions – Buggy rentals
PARCO AVVENTURA SALTALBERO
Loc. Fontemaggio - Rapolano Terme (SI)
Tel. +39 3493747061 - +39 3389333977
+39 3485815842
info@saltalbero.it - www.saltalbero.it
An adventure park in Tuscany just 30 min from
Lake Trasimeno. Minigolf.
Tree paths for kids and adults.
Restaurant and picnic area. Open all year.
ATT
AL
SO
Explore Umbria on a Vespa or enjoy the “Dolce
Vita” lifestyle with our iconic Ape Calessino!
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Riding Stables
Electrical car hire
Ceramics
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Car rental with
or without drive
LE CASE ROSSE DI MONTEBUONO
Loc. Case Sparse, 15 - Montebuono - Magione
Tel. +39 0758476105 - +39 3486400402
info@lecaserosse.com - www.lecaserosse.com
IL CORTILE DEGLI ARTISTI
Via Tevere, 10 - Deruta
Tel. +39 3471329512
www.majolic.com - icdartisti@majolic.com
Riding excursions over trails
described on the website
Beginner’s rides
Riding therapy and equestrian rehabilitation
Horse and buggy rides
UMBRIA GREEN CARD
AURA LAGO srl
Via degli Orti, 2 - Marsciano
Tel./Fax +39 0758749298 - Tel. +39 3450186620
info@umbriagreencard.it - www.umbriagreencard.it
Via Santa Maria, 72 - Macchie
Castiglione del Lago
Tel. +39 0759589116 - Fax +39 0759681210
+39 3395822422 - +39 3356917850
Sustainable tourism, alternative mobility,
territorial enhancement.
Enjoy Umbria in an electrical car,
a year of discounts and special gifts, restaurants,
food&wine and so much more.
Hire a car or minivan
(NCC) hire a chauffeur driven vehicle
Services: drop off and pick service, tourist
excursions, city tours, events.
Transfers to and from the airport and train stations
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Things to do
Bike and
mountain bike hire
Mountain bike,
bike and scooter hire
Photography lessons
MARINELLI FERRETTINI MOTOCICLI
FULGINIUM VIAGGI
Via B. Buozzi, 26 - Castiglione del Lago
Tel. +39 075953126
Tel. +39 3397105387 - +39 3337119093
mfstefano@libero.it
Foligno - Perugia - Terni
Tel. +39 0742350791 - +39 0755058414
info@fulginium.it
Daily tours of Umbria
Lake Trasimeno cruise
Bike service: sale, assistance and hire
CLICK IN UMBRIA
TURISMO FOTOGRAFICO
CICLI VALENTINI
Via Firenze, 68/B - Castiglione del Lago
Tel. +39 075951663
www.ciclivalentini.it info@ciclivalentini.it
Bike services: sale, assistance and hire
Travel Agency
Tel. +39 3391484480
www.clickinumbria.wordpress.com
Facebook: Click in Umbria Turismo Fotografico
Twitter: @ClickinUmbria - clickinumbria@gmail.com
Photo-tourism in Umbria
Themed photography courses to explore and discover
the beauty of the region, its lovely villages and the many
great events that take place here. The workshops, in
various languages, can last 1, 3 or 7 days and include
theory, practice and result assessment.
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Rafting, Toboggan and
Twister slides
AGRILIFE TURISMO RURALE S.R.L.
Via Caduti del Lavoro, 33 - Perugia
Tel. +39 07535746 - Fax +39 0755837544
info@agrilife.com - www.agrilife.com
Villas with swimming pools and agriturismos in
Umbria and Tuscany.
See our 2015 collection of accommodations!
AQUAPARK DI TAVERNELLE
The largest water park in all of Umbria
- Raft Water Slide
- Toboggan Water slide
- Twister Water slide
- Soccer field
- Rent sunbeds and deck chairs Open every day
- Water Games for Children
from 9:30 to 19:00
- Green Beach
- Restaurant and Bar
Kids lagoon
TERME DI MONTEPULCIANO
Tel. +39 0578 7911 - Fax +39 0578 799149
Via delle Terme 46 - S. Albino
53045 Montepulciano (SI)
info@termemontepulciano.it
www.termemontepulciano.it
Five pools set in nature
This coupon
cannot be combined
WELLNESS CARD
with other special offers Day use
Via Pievaiola Km 25 - Tavernelle - Tel. +39 075832056
http://tavernelle.azzurrapiscine.it
This coupon gives you the right to a 20%
discount on access for 2 people to the
moon grotto and a 15% discount on
wellness treatments at the Terme di
Montepulciano
Things to do
Select local delicacies
- Butcher
- Prepared meats
- Delicacies
- Fish market
- Fruit
- Wine cellar
- Prepared meats
- Delicacies
- Fruit
- Wine cellar
- Butcher
- Prepared meats
- Delicacies
- Fruit
- Wine cellar
- Prepared meats
- Delicacies
- Fruit
- Packed meat
- Wine cellar
- Butcher
- Prepared meats
- Delicacies
- Fruit
- Wine cellar
The Corno River and Adventure Course in Serravalle di Norcia.
Run the river on a raft, canoe or hydrospeed. Even beginners can join in the fun, safety is guaranteed
by our expert assistants. We provide shoes and neoprene wetsuits, water jackets, life jackets and helmets.
An experienced guide will accompany you throughout the descent. Dress code: swim suit, shower flip
flops and a towel. Adventure course with 12 stations: Tibetan and Nepalese bridges, runways and logs,
zip lining and lots more!
Multi sports programs: rafting, canoeing, canyoning, hydro speed, hiking accompanied by donkeys or
mules, paragliding, hang gliding, rock climbing, orienteering, survival training, adventure trails, Nordic
walking, archery, mountain biking, caving, horseback riding, hiking with snowshoes, quad rides, team
building events, incentives and environmental education for schools. Many of the activities are wheelchair
accessible.
This coupon
cannot be combined
with other special offers
GIFT
COUPON
When you spend
at least E 20.00
A bottle of wine
A gift from Bussolini
www.raftingumbria.it
www.raftingumbria.com
rafting@raftingumbria.it
GPS: 42°47’09’’ N - 13°01’21’’ E
Open every day
Please first make a reservation by telephone.
For information and reservations call:
348.3511798
GRAFICA: MONTE MERU SOC. COOP. - WWW.MONTEMERU.IT
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Wine and Olive Oil Tasting Tour
with winery and oil press visits
E 5,00 per person
Every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday morning, starting at 10:00am, we organize
tastings of our own wines and organic extra virgin olive oil.
We depart from the farmhouse, our farm, with an educational and panoramic tour
of the vineyards and olive groves.
At the end of the tour we return to the farm, where you can enjoy a full tasting of
all our Umbrian and Tuscan wines and grappa. Bruschettas with our oil will
accompany the tasting and vin santo will be served as a dessert.
To participate in the tasting tour please RESERVE at least one day in advance:
STEFANIA MEZZETTI +39 3358305853
OFFICE
+39 0758254060
You can come and see our farm any day of the week and try our wines without the
guided tour.
How to reach us: follow the signs for Vernazzano Basso, then La Casa Colonica
Wine and Oil
GPS: 43.210497, 12.096567
For more information please call Stefania +39 075 8254060
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PescaTUrismo
Fishing tourism: come and experience
a real fishing expedition on real fishing boats,
hear the stories and learn about the fishermen and their trade.
The excursion lasts about 3 hours and includes
the various types of fishing techniques,
sailing around and a stopover at Polvese island,
tales from the past and plenty of tradition.
MAX 12 PARTICIPANTS, TWO BOATS (TOTAL OF 24 VISITORS),
CAN BE BOOKED A DAY IN ADVANCE,
E 120 PER EXCURSION FOR 12 PEOPLE.
New APERIpesca
with the Lake Trasimeno
sunset
as a backdrop, this fishing
excursion includes
a delicious aperitif featuring
products made by the local
Fisherman’s Co-op.
DURATION 1,5 HRS,
COST e10 PER PERSON
FOR A MIN. OF 10 PERSONS.
MAX CAPACITY 12 PEOPLE
PER BOAT. BOOK THE DAY
BEFORE.
Info and reservation:
Emilio +39 349 83 09 527
Aurelio +39 345 3266112
Alessandro +39 340 66 69 485
FACEBOOK Pescaturismo Trasimeno
TWITTER Cooperativa Pesca Trasimeno
SITO www.pescatorideltrasimeno.com
TEL/FAX +39 075 84 76 005
INNOVATIVE AND ECOLOGICAL PEOPLE MOVING SYSTEM
OPERATING:
MONDAYS THROUGH SATURDAY
from 7:00am to 9:05 pm last run
The minimetrò stations and
tunnels were designed by
French architect JEAN
NOUVEL
Changes in operation times can be
seen on www.minimetrospa.it
SUNDAYS AND HOLIDAYS
from 8:30am to 8:15pm last run
PARKING
PORTA NUOVA
3:000 PLACES
FREE PARKING
HIGHWAY
PERUGIA TO A-1
PERUGIA
HISTORICAL
CENTER
EXIT
PERUGIA
MADONNA ALTA
HOW TO GET TO THE HISTORICAL CENTRE OF PERUGIA BY MINIMETRÒ:
BY CAR:
MINIMETRÒ STATION AT PIAN DI MASSIANO
From the highway Perugia - A1:
Exit at Perugia Madonna Alta, follow signs to Stadio
TOURISM BUSES
MINIMETRÒ STATION AT PIAN DI MASSIANO
From the highway Perugia - A1:
Exit at Perugia Madonna Alta, follow signs to Stadio;
Park for free next to the
Minimetrò station of Pian di Massiano
(space for 3,000 cars - free of charge)
Park for free next to the
Minimetrò station of Pian di Massiano
(Room for 33 buses)
BY TRAIN
MINIMETRÒ FONTIVEGGE STATION
Perugia’s main Fontivegge train station
From track 1 there is a footpath directly
to the Minimetrò
THE REGIONAL MUSEUM OF CERAMICS IN DERUTA
This interesting museum is located in the renovated 14th century
convent of San Francesco in the centre of Deruta and is the oldest
of its kind in all of Italy. Founded in 1898, it holds more than 6000
pieces. The museum offers visitors an historical tour that traces the
evolution of the art of ceramics in Deruta from archaic times to the
present. There are several theme areas, such as the reconstruction
of an old pharmacy, the section dedicated to ceramic floors and
those of votive tiles. The museum is characterized by a unique fourstorey metal tower which houses various store rooms that can be
visited by the public and a special room dedicated to research.
The tour of the museum also includes the Archaeological Area of
the San Salvatore Kilns, buildings that date to the late 13th century
and to the early 18th century which were, fortunately, discovered
in 2008. The Archaeological Area is linked to the Museum via an
underground tunnel.
CITY ART GALLERY
The Pinacoteca Comunale di Deruta has its seat in the 14th century
Palazzo dei Consoli. It houses a collection of art that includes a fresco
done by Pietro Vannucci, known as Il Perugino (Eterno and Santi
Romano and Rocco), two works by Niccolò di Liberatore also known
as L’Alunno (Madonna dei Consoli and Gonfalone di Sant’Antonio
Abate), and the Franciscan Missal, a 13the century parchment, and
the Lione Pascoli collection.
SANCTUARY OF THE MADONNA DEI BAGNI
This sanctuary dates to the mid-1600s and houses more than 600
votive tiles of great historical, artistic and religious value all made by
Derutese artisans for the faithful in thanks for blessing bestowed
upon them”.
www.comunederuta.gov.it - protocollo@comunederuta.gov.it
www.sistemamuseo.it - deruta@sistemamuseo.it
poaolo.ricciarelli@alice.it
DERUTA: THE ART OF CERAMICS
The origins of Deruta remain a mystery,
although Etruscan and Roman archaeological
remains dating to between the IV century BCE
and the IV century CE, some of which are on
display in the atrium of City Hall, do offer some
clues. What we do know is that “diruta” means
ruined, destroyed (as do its derivatives: ruta,
rupta, direpta and druida).
The city boasts a rich past and the production
of artistic as well as traditional ceramics have
made it famous the world over. Much of this
heritage can still be seen in the town’s churches,
the facades of its buildings and the museum
dedicated to the history of ceramics. One can
see the extraordinary level of this art by touring
the many workshops and factories along almost
every street of Deruta, and watch the artisans
at work on the various phases of ceramics
production. Not only, but the town is also
dotted with many examples of the fine work
done here.