Umbria

Umbria (Umbria) is a green region covered with vineyards and olive groves, but there are also fields of wheat, sugar beet, sunflowers and tobacco. When you drive on the roads of Umbria, you can see far over the vast, rolling farmlands. In the distance you can always see a beautiful medieval village against a hill.

Umbria is often referred to as the green heart of Italy. Characteristic of the region are the countless walled hill towns, which describe the Umbrian history. The region is named after the Umbri, a tribe from the sixth century BC. In addition to Tuscany, Umbria is also very popular among Dutch holidaymakers.

The region is also not much further than Tuscany. It also resembles Tuscany – just like De Marken – but without the highlights that you will find there. Which is not to say that Umbria is less beautiful. Absolutely not. Umbria could be a very good choice if you want to escape the Tuscan tourist crowds!

The capital is Perugia, a university city par excellence. The city has 120.000 inhabitants. In this city you can enjoy the time-honoured sculpture and architectural masterpieces. The central square and the cathedral are also beautiful. The medieval center of the town is located on a hill accessible by escalators.

Umbria also has many beautiful medieval villages to offer. Famous are Spoleto, Montefalco and Bevagna, among others. But Todi, Assissi, Gubbio and many other towns and villages are also really worth a visit.

Due to the gently rolling hills, the Mediterranean climate and the constantly shining sun, Umbria has provided excellent conditions for viticulture for thousands of years. The Umbrians have an age-old tradition of viticulture.