Umbria, Italy
Our curated guide to Assisi and Umbria for St Francis's 800th anniversary: the basilica's two churches and Giotto cycle, the hermitage walk over Monte Subasio, the Montefalco Sagrantino estates, Frantoi Aperti olive-mill weekends from 17 October, Spello and Bevagna, a monastery hotel and how to arrive by train.
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25 saved links · 12 articles · 7 activities · 2 restaurants · 2 stays · 2 videos · from thegeographicalcure.com, youtube.com and 21 more
ArticleAssisi 2026: Complete Pilgrimage Guide for the 800th Anniversary of St. Francis
Plan your pilgrimage to Assisi for the 800th anniversary of St. Francis of Assisi's death (October 3, 2026). Explore Franciscan sites, expected events, travel tips, and the Via di Francesco walking route.
viaperegrina.org
ArticleFeast of Saint Francis: the Eighth Centenary and its recognition as a national holiday in Italy
On 4 October 2026, the feast of Saint Francis will once again become an Italian national holiday and will coincide with...
holyart.com
Article800 years after his death, the legends and legacy of Francis of Assisi endure
Medieval texts and frescoes show how Francis of Assisi’s legends formed – and why his call to poverty and care for creation still resonates.
theconversation.com
ArticleThe Franciscan Centenary 2026 - 800 years of history in Assisi
In 2026, Italy celebrates the 800th anniversary of Saint Francis's death with unprecedented events: his relics on public display for the first time, the ancient Via di Francesco pilgrimage, and medieval celebrations in Gubbio. Whether you're a believer or simply a lover of history, this is the year
dolcevia.com- Activity
Basilica Sacro Convento
Opening hours for the upper and lower churches and the tomb, Mass times, the €8 audio guide and the no-photography rule — straight from the Sacred Convent.
basilica.sanfrancesco.org 
Article17 Best Things to Do in Assisi, Italy (2026 Guide)
Make the most of your time in Assisi, Italy with these 17 recommended activities and sights. Get ready for an unforgettable trip!
savoringitaly.com
ArticleAssisi, Italy Travel Guide: 14 Best Things to Do + Helpful Tips
Visiting Assisi, Italy soon? In the heart of Umbria, this charming town is full of amazing things to do, see, and eat. Here's your guide!
maddysavenue.com
ActivityHike to Eremo delle Carceri: the isolated hermitage
Tucked high in the forested slopes of Mount Subasio lies the Eremo delle Carceri, where Saint Francis and his companions retreated to pray and find solitude. Over time, the hermitage expanded with the growing Franciscan community, yet its peaceful spirit remains. Today, you can visit the site and st
italynotes.com
ActivityExcursion from Assisi to Spello along the Trail of Mortai
The crossing of Mount Subasio from Assisi to Spello, along Trail of Montai, concentrates in itself the best that Umbria has to offer for lovers of trekking.
montesubasio.it- Article
A Local's One Week Umbria Itinerary — Go Ask A Local
A detailed plan for a 7-day road trip through the heart of Umbria.
goaskalocal.com 
ArticleThe Perfect One Week In Umbria Itinerary
Planning a trip to Umbria? This is the ultimate one week in Umbria itinerary. This Umbria itinerary covers the top towns and best places to visit on your Umbria vacation.
thegeographicalcure.com
ArticleOne Day In Spello Italy Itinerary, Umbria’s Charming Hill Town
Planning a visit to Spello Italy? This is the ultimate one day itinerary for Spello, one of the most beautiful towns in Italy. Spello has beautiful architecture, rich history, flowers galore, and world famous frescos by Pinturicchio. This Spello travel guide also gives you tips for visiting Spello and ideas about places to visit near Spello.
thegeographicalcure.com- Activity
Frantoi aperti event
From October 17 to November 15, the 29th edition of Frantoi Aperti in Umbria returns, an event promoting PDO Umbria extra virgin olive oil and rural tourism
umbriatourism.it 
ArticleFrantoi Aperti 2026: Taste Umbria’s New Olive Oil
Visit Frantoi Aperti in Umbria from 17 October to 15 November 2026. Discover working olive mills, new olive oil, tastings and autumn events.
adagioumbro.it
ArticleMontefalco Wine Region Guide (2026)
Nestled in the heart of Umbria, Montefalco is a picturesque hilltop town renowned for its robust red wines. This charming destination offers a perfect blend of
winetravelguides.com- Activity
Tastings & tours - Antonelli Montefalco
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antonellisanmarco.it - Activity
Visits & Tastings - Arnaldo Caprai
Discover unique wine experiences at the Arnaldo Caprai Winery. Enjoy exclusive Sagrantino tastings with a view of Montefalco. Book now!
arnaldocaprai.it - Food
Umbria Food Worth Planning a Trip Around
Umbria food is shaped by olive groves, black truffles, farmhouse kitchens, and local vineyards. Plan the dishes and tastings that make a visit memorable.
umbria.tours 
ActivityTruffle Hunting in Norcia: What Actually Happens at Dawn
A complete guide to black truffle hunting in Norcia, Umbria — what the hunt involves, when to go, and how private access changes the experience entirely.
epicureo.it
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osteriapiazzettadellerba.it- Stay
NUN Assisi Relais & Roman Spa | 5-Star Hotel
Eighteen suites in the 1275 monastery of Santa Caterina in the old town, with a spa built around first-century Roman remains — the splurge stay for the anniversary.
nunassisi.com - Stay
PALAZZO BOCCI
An 18th-century palazzo hotel in the centre of Spello, ten minutes from Assisi — the base for sleeping outside the anniversary crowds.
palazzobocci.com 
ArticleUmbria Airlink
Discover the service connecting the cities of Perugia and Assisi to the Umbria International Airport.
fsbusitalia.it
VideoAssisi and Italian Country Charm
Rick Steves' full episode retracing Francis's steps through Assisi — the basilica, the hermitage, the countryside — still the best half-hour introduction to the town.
youtube.com
VideoMy favorite place in ITALY...UMBRIA VLOG 😍 Exploring Assisi & WINE TASTING in Montefalco 2024
A recent, unhurried vlog pairing Assisi's lanes with a Sagrantino tasting in Montefalco — the two halves of this article on one afternoon.
youtube.com
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