Colle San Paolo Things To Do

Walking is the perfect way to soak up the sleepy atmosphere of beautifully preserved stone hamlets. Admire unspoilt landscapes celebrated for their green rolling hills, beautiful orchards, verdant forests, scenic vineyards, peaceful wheat fields and ancient olive groves. The area is dotted with gorgeous hilltop villages and hamlets. Cycling and horse riding are also popular. Explore independently, or join a guided tour, stopping off for lunch in a perfect piazza. For an easy stroll choose one of the trails along the shores of Lake Trasimeno.

 

Perfect for a hot summer’s day. A superb spot for fishing and relaxed swimming in remarkably warm water. For more active visitors the lake offers sailing, windsurfing, kayaking and waterskiing. Boat trips are refreshing in summer. Ferries run to tiny Isola Maggiore. Birdwatchers will find kingfishers and heron. There are plenty of easy walks along the lake shore. Then dine on the lake’s freshwater fish in one of the fine country restaurants on the water’s edge. Soak up the atmosphere of pretty towns like Città del Pieve and Panicale.

A visit to the stylish regional capital is a must. This lively university city makes a nice contrast to sleepy Colle San Paolo. A busy cultural programme means plenty of concerts and festivals. Colle San Paolo holidays in July will coincide with the renowned Umbria Jazz festival. Wander beautiful medieval streets, taking in magnificent churches, palaces and squares. The Corso Vannuci can claim to be one of Italy’s finest streets for street cafes and people watching. Make a long day trip….there is so much to see in this enchanting Umbrian city.

 

Fantastic food can be found throughout the region. Umbria region is famous for its hams, porcini mushrooms and truffles. Look out for the region’s unique black truffles and the highly prized grey-white variety. Umbrian cuisine is hearty and rustic. Pork and wild boar feature heavily along with classic Italian staples like pasta and pizza. Visit local vineyards to taste regional wines like Grechetto, Orvieto and Montefalco. Colle San Paolo holidays in September will coincide with Umbria’s wine harvest and charming village festivals.

 

There are superb excursions from Colle San Paolo. Assisi boasts charming cobbled streets, wonderful architecture and the Basilica of Saint Francis of Assisi, one of the most important pilgrimage sites in Italy, after St Peter’s in Rome. Visit the stunning Gothic cathedral in Orvieto. The region is blessed with wonderful hilltop towns like Todi.