Sagra in Umbria

Sagra in Umbria

In Umbria there are many “sagra’s” or village feasts. Focal point of these happenings is food, local food. Sagra’s come in all kinds of varieties, but the main idea is that this is a local party where one can eat some typical local dishes....
Sibillini Mountains National Park

Sibillini Mountains National Park

Trekking in Umbria Sunday July 20 I joined a hiking tour with Alessio from Trekking in Umbria to the Mount Borghese (2145 m) and the Mount Porche (Mount Bellavista 2233 m) in the Monti Sibillini mountains. The views during this tour were stunning. Flowers were...
Easy Rafting in Umbria

Easy Rafting in Umbria

With my family over for the holiday, we decided to entertain the kids (and us!) and booked Easy Rafting in Umbria at the Pangea outdoor centre in Scheggino. It was an excellent day out and both the children and ourselves had a great day. Easy Rafting in Umbria The...
Palio delle Barche

Palio delle Barche

As every year during summer there are many many medieval feasts in Italy. One that probably all of you know is the Palio in Siena, the famous horse race. All these medieval commemorations, though, are worthwhile a visit, also in the lesser known villages and also in...
il “Tegamaccio” del Trasimeno

il “Tegamaccio” del Trasimeno

This Sunday was a rainy day in Umbria. Friends of mine from Monaco came over for a short visit in Castiglione del Lago. What should you do on a rainy day? Eat and drink! I always go with friends to restaurant La Cantina. This is a good restaurant close to my...
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