Norcia Travel Itineraries
Recommended trip and tourist travel in Norcia
Nature Route
Starting out from where the Fosso Tissino flows into the Nera river at the height of the town of Borgo Cerreto, continue along the provincial road which runs along the Nera river until you reach Triponzo. Here, leave the Nera river in order to follow the course of the Corno river.
Continuing along, you'll arrive at the small town of Serravalle, which is immersed in the green countryside. From here, you may proceed following the Corno river until Cascia and Roccaporena, or choose the provincial road which, following the course of the Sordo river, will take you first to Norcia and then to the slopes of the Sibilline mountains.
Gastronomic Route
This itinerary will delight lovers of the typical regional cuisine.
Starting out from the Sibilline Mountains, which are nature park of great value, you'll arrive at Castelluccio following the provincial road Terni-Macerata.
In the spring-time you'll remain amazed at the multitude of the colours of the flowers just burst into bloom. Continue along the valley between the Ventosola and Serra mountains until you arrive at Norcia, a paradise of products based on pork. Take the time to appreciate the typical local sausages and the precious black truffles. Then follow the road in direction North until you reach Preci were you can try the "pappardelle" (pasta) prepared with a boar sauce. Finally, descend in direction South along the Nera river until you reach the town of Borgo Cerreto.
Trekking through the Parks
Length: min. 3 days max. 7 days (Difficulty: medium/medium-high)
The route goes from the River Park of the Nera river up to the Sibillini Mountains Park. Departure from the Excursion Centre at the Marmore Waterfalls (Terni).
Discovering the territory surrounding the Marmore Waterfalls: ecological walks, trekking, trails with the possibility of several excursions, such as descents to caves, mountain biking, canoeing and rafting. Following the Nera river along its path passing through several centres with historical, artistic and environmental interest. After crossing the Valley of river Corno and the Stretta di Biselli (Perugia), the trekking will end up in Norcia, the town of St. Benedetto.
La Valnerina
Duration 3 days: arrival of the participants in the Abbey of “San Pietro in Valle” in Ferentillo. Visit of the main antique monuments of the city, remained to testify its past in the actual context of a modern and industrial city.
Departure for the Valnerina valley with visits to the characteristic towns and villages that characterizes this territory (Visit of Vallo di Nera, Scheggino, Arrone, Ferentillo).
The Marmore waterfalls and the Lake of Piediluco are competing the itinerary in one of the most uncontaminated place of Umbria. It is possible to use an eco-boat for a tour on the Lake or to practice canoeing and rafting on the Nera river.
Departure for Cascia, destination of numerous pilgrimages to the famous Sanctuary of Santa Rita. Excursion to Roccaporena, native village of the Saint. Continuation towards Norcia, located in a high plateau surrounded by mounts and birthplace of Saint Benedetto. Return in the evening in Ferentillo.
through our booking online system and offers last minute.
Bella Umbria recommend best Perugia hotel and Assisi hotel. Don't miss the opportunity, take a look..
