Green Heart of Italy
Trips
4 days·Relaxing·Easy

Green Heart of Italy

Umbria

Four unhurried days through gorges, glacial lakes and high-altitude plains that feel untouched by time.

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Day 1

Valnerina gorge

Drive the canyon road stopping at waterfalls; overnight in Norcia.

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Day 2

Norcia & Piano Grande

Morning market for truffle products, afternoon walk on the Piano Grande plateau.

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Day 3

Lago di Campotosto

High-altitude lake circled by beech forest — often deserted even in July.

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Day 4

Piana del Fucino

Cycle the perimeter of the world's largest drained lake bed before heading home.