The best time to do a trip to Umbria it is precisely this, because of the extraordinary landscape that in spring awakens with intense colors and kindly welcomes those who love nature and tranquility. I want to give you some ideas on possible routes through the region and advice on the next most characteristic events.
Have fun cycling in the heart of Umbria
If you like mountain biking or a simple bike ride, in this region you will find many alternatives to the classic picnic: I suggest an itinerary suitable for everyone and full of fascinating places. It is called Via degli Ulivi thanks to a beautiful olive grove located near Spello, a village where you can see archaeological remains from the Roman era, and it is a path that leads to Assisi. Getting around by bike allows for greater autonomy than normal guided tours, so you can decide where to stop for a light meal: Assisi and the other surrounding medieval villages are places where silence reigns, ideal for recovering energy after a long ride. Furthermore, just to Assisi a very characteristic historical event takes place, which I recommend to those who want to spend a stay immersed in traditions.
Calendimaggio, the festival that celebrates spring
The Calendimaggio Festival takes place on the first Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays of May in Assisi and is one of the oldest celebrations in Umbria. Calendimaggio consists of a challenge between two parts of the city that compete in a series of competitions (tug-of-war, horse race, crossbow), medieval costume parades, processions in which the legends of the place are told and finally the singing challenge, the last competition before the verdict. You can buy tickets for individual events or subscribe, more advantageous if you want to attend all the races. The peculiarity of this anniversary is to bring together in an original way theatrical performances, important historical traditions and engaging games that restore what should have been the original atmosphere: you will feel like you are in a timeless place, where everyone takes part in the party.
Umbria Water Festival, water is the protagonist
A totally contemporary event is the Umbria Water Festival, since the enhancement of water is the crucial theme of our time. From 16 19 to May this event will take place dedicated to the places of water, namely the lakes, rivers and thermal waters of which this region is rich. Those who love holidays dedicated to wellness and relaxation can choose from many initiatives, contemporary art exhibitions, oil and wine tastings or book a wellness treatment in one of the affiliated establishments: there are discounts valid only during the festival!
To find out more about tourist experiences, special occasions and tips on lesser-known places, a blog on Umbria has been online for a few days, which will be periodically updated on destinations, events and regional specialties to try. Someone has called this region "the green heart of Italy", now is the right time to listen to its beat and let yourself be carried away by the rhythm of these enchanting places.
