Umbria is a mountainous region with wooded hills, meandering rivers and mountain lakes. This area is sometimes called the green heart of Italy. It is less well known than the neighbour Tuscany, but in terms of beauty and ruggedness Umbria does certainly not under. You walk in the footsteps of 3 major saints: Francis of Assisi, Benedict and Ubaldus

For hikers, Umbria certainly is a challenge, because the routes are hardly off or signposted and good hiking maps are also lacking. Yet it is hiking. You walk between sunflower fields, olive groves, beech and oak forest, along mountain streams, meadows and paths flowering broom. On the slopes of Monte Subasio, Monte Cucco and Monte Sibilini you enjoy the silence and the beautiful views.

Along everywhere witnesses of a rich past; often lonely on top century-old houses, deserted hamlets and fortified farms. You have the richness for yourself, because peace and tranquility reigns in Umbria. Who likes to see the landscape in this way, you will enjoy double. Do not forget to bring your camera!

Tips if you want to hike in Umbria

Pull high boots and the paths are often uneven and slippery after rain, good support is than welcome. Take plenty of water and something to eat with you, you can not buy something everywhere you go. Avoid walking in the heat of the day, take your sun cream, sunglasses, hat, and especially don't forget your phone. Be sure you have a good map with you, because you will need it if you cannot find the markers. Or even better take your GPS with you.

The hills of Umbria are not high, however, the walks are not usually flat. The routes are on good walkable paths on the hillsides. The length ranges from 2 to 6 & frac12; hour walk and height exceed 1000 meters.

The best hiking time

The best months for hiking, are April, May and early June, then it is for most people soon too hot; from September to late November it still good hiking weather.

Books

• Walking and Eating in Tuscany and Umbria by James Lasdun and Pia Davis. 40 itineraries ranging from half-day walks to routes stretching over several days. There are written directions for each walk as well as a map.
• Walking in Umbria (Cicerone Guides)by Gillian Price. This guidebook by Italian walking expert Gillian Price describes 40 varied circular day walks in the region of Umbria.
• Circular Walks On the Tuscany Umbria Border by Martin Daykin. A book of twenty circular walks in the stunning countryside of the Tuscany Umbria border.
• Circular Walks On the Tuscany Umbria Border by Martin Daykin. A book of twenty circular walks in the stunning countryside of the Tuscany Umbria border.
• Sunflower Landscapes of Umbria and the Marches: a countryside guide : Car Tours And Walks (Landscapes Series) by by Georg Henke. 37 walks and 8 car tours in Umbria and the Marche.

They all give a good idea of ​​the beauty of Umbria. We and many of our guests have already done these tours and are very excited about. Additionally, we have directly from the B&B a number of attractive short and longer trips for you

Do you want to walk daily during your holiday, we will gladly help you with making choices.

 

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