Lake Trasimeno is right in the centre of Italy, between Umbria and Tuscany, an aspect that has made it the destination of many foreign tourists who, attracted by its tranquillity, choose it as a starting point for their holidays.

Surrounded by gentle hills covered with vineyards, olive trees and cornfields, the lake has three islands: Isola Maggiore, where you can buy the typical island lace work, Isola Minore and Isola Polvese which nowadays belongs to the Province of Perugia and is a natural oasis, one of the most fascinating spots of the entire district.

You can walk along the lake shores discovering little hidden away beaches or practice various sports: from cycling, trekking, horseback riding, sailing or golf to the most recent activity of bird watching.

Città della Pieve, one of the most well known towns in the territory for being the birthplace of Pietro Vannucci called Perugino, has a historical town centre that has conserved its old charm and is characterized above all by the red terracotta colour of the buildings. The cathedral, housing numerous paintings of Perugino, the nearly 40 metre high Civic Tower, the “Palazzo della Corgna”, the Oratorio of Santa Maria dei Bianchi, which houses one of the most important paintings of Perugino, the Adoration of the Magi, and finally the Rocca (Fortress), built in the mid 14th century and still enclosed by its formidable wall, all deserve a visit.

Typical crafts of Lake Trasimeno include embroidery worked on tulle and lace work, the most famous being the “Lace of Ireland” of the Isola Maggiore, and the antique tradition of glass working in the small village of Piegaro which has a museum dedicated to the working and history of this material.

An important role in the local cuisine is played by the preparation of lake fish dishes, one of the most well known being the “tegamaccio”, a type of fish stew. Delicate extra virgin olive oil and red wines well known in Italy and abroad are also produced here.