Guided Walking at Norcia

Norcia

Norcia is a delightful, small walled town of immense charm. Within the town walls the buildings have hardly been altered for many centuries. After entering through the main gate, a long straight road leads straight to Piazza di San Benedetto, the central square which is surrounded by the basilica, town hall and fortress.

Shops & facilities

The town has a good range of facilities including banks, a small hospital and shops, and even its own theatre. The only supermarket is situated outside the town walls.         

Climate

Climate averages for Perugia:

Free day options

Leaders will be happy to recommend options if you would like to walk independently.

Norcia

Norcia is an interesting town in its own right that warrants further exploration. There are  many hidden corners to discover on a wander through the narrow backstreets, or watch the world go by from one of the pavement cafés in the central square. HF Holidays’ guests also have full use the swimming pool or tennis courts that can be found at the Hotel Salicone, on the outside of the village,

Activities

For the more active, horse riding, rafting, mountain biking and paragliding are all available locally. These can all be booked at the ‘Norcia Slow Village’ shop on the main street. This is owned by the Bianconi family who also run the hotel.

Assisi

If there are sufficient guests interested then your Leaders will arrange a mini-bus or coach for an excursion to Assisi. This beautiful city, dominated by its Basilica, is famous as the birthplace of St Francis. The Basilica consists of the upper church which is the setting of the world famous Giotto cycle of frescoes on the life of Francis, the lower church with its frescoes by Lorenzetti, and below that the crypt containing the tomb of St Francis.

Spoleto

Lesser known, but perhaps even more enchanting than Assisi, is the beautiful walled town of Spoleto. A visit here can be a quieter day out and public transport can be used from Norcia.