Spoleto Travel Itineraries
Recommended trip and tourist travel in Spoleto
The Castle, the Bridge of the Towers, the Cathedral, Church of St. Eufemia
Starting from the Piazza della Libertà, from where you can admire a good view of the Roman Theater, and going down Corso Mazzini from which, turning to the right, you'll easily arrive at the Galleria Comunale d'Arte Moderna (Municipal Gallery of Modern Art).
If, however, you turn to the left and go up the Via dello Sdrucciolo, crossing the Piazza della Genga, you'll reach the Piazza del Mercato (Marketplace). Continuing along in direction of the Castle on the left you'll see the Via di Visale and there, where the road meets with the Piazza del Municipio you may admire a Roman house dating back to the 1st century A.C. Crossing Piazza del Municipio and then Piazza Campello, where the Church of St. Simon (13th century) is to be found, on foot you'll arrive at the bottom of the Castle which was built on the orders of the Cardinal Albornotz during the papacy of Pope Innocent VI. Before descending again in direction in direction of the town it's a good idea to visit the Ponte delle Torri (Bridge of the Towers), a truly impressive structure, reaching a total height of 80 meters and a lenght of 230 meters. Going back the same way, from Piazza Campello take Via Saffi in descent until you reach on your right the stairway which will take you to Spoleto's most impressive square, where, apart from the Cathedral, you'll also find the small church of Manna d'Oro and the Caius Melissus Theater. Turning back to the Via Aurelio Saffi, before continuing along the Via dei Duchi, you'll find the Bishop's Palace and in the courtyard of the bishopric the church of St. Eufemia. Again at Piazza del Mercato, this time you'll cross it along its longest side until you pass unter the Arch of Drusus and along the church of St. Ansano. You then turn left to find yourself again in the Piazza della Libertà.
From St. Gregorio Maggiore to the Piazza della Libertà
Starting from the Piazza della Vittoria where a Roman Bridge (1st century B.C.), also named "the Bloody" is to be found, one easily arrives at the church of St.Gregorio Maggiore (12th century)in Piazza Garibaldi.
Taking the Corso of the same name and contiuing along under the Porta di Fuga one reaches on the left Via Cecili, along which you'll see the better-preserved part of Spoleto's town walls. which, in several places go back to the 5th and 6th centuries B.C. Having arrived at the complex of the churches St. Nicolò and St. Mary della Misericordia one can contiue first along the Via Elladio and then along Via Leoni to finally arrive at Piazza S. Domenico. From here, while one continues to climb up, the Theater "Teatro Lirico Sperimentale", in which also the manifestations of the "Festival dei Due Mondi"take place, is to be found along the street. In Via Filitteria you'll see the church of St. John and St. Paul. Finally, having walked down Via Tobagi and after visited the church of St. Philip, one follows Corso Mazzini to arrive at the Piazza della Libertà from which one can admire a fine panorama of the Roman Theater.
From Spoleto to Monte Luco
We recommend a visit to Monteluco, situated 8 km east of Spoleto. Along the road you will find the church of St. Peter and the "Bridge of the Towers( Ponte delle Torri), as well as the church of St. Julian.
Near the top of the mountain, close to a look-out point from which it is possible to see a spacious panorama, the convent of St. Francis, founded by the Saint himself, and immersed in a wood of oaks is to be found.
From Spoleto to Giano dell'Umbria
Before arriving at Campello sul Clitunno travelling north from Spoleto, one can visit the fortified towns of Bazzano and Poreta.
After the inevitable visit of the Springs of the Clitunno, at the right-hand side of the valley one arrives at the castle and the church of of Pissignano after only a few minutes, and at the small temple of the situated near the river. Returning back after having left the Flaminia state road, follow the signs for Beroide and then for Bruna, where you will find a noteworthy santuary; after a short deviation you will discover the charming church of St. Brizio. Continuing along the more hidden part of the region one arrives first at Castel Ritaldi, then at Giano dell'Umbria and then, a bit outside the populated area, at the abbey of St. Felix.
Easter and Jazz in Umbria
Day One: Orvieto - Narni
Arrival in Orvieto and visit to the town: the magnificent Cathedral, the Cliff, St. Patrick's Well. In the afternoon arrival at Narni and visit to Narni underground.
Day Two:Spoleto - Carsulae
In the morning possibility of an excursion to Spoleto, the town famous for its Festival dei Due Mondi (the Festival of Two Worlds). Excursion to the Roman remains in Carsulae.
Day Three: Marmore Waterfalls - Piediluco
Possibility of an excursion to Piediluco with a trip around the lake by ecological ferryboat. On return, stop off to admire the Marmore Waterfalls, the highest falls in Europe.
Day Four: Stroncone - Collescipoli
Short excursion to the lovely villages of Stroncone, ancient feudal borough, and Collescipoli, a small centre which is full of interesting architectural elements.
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