Why Start Your Umbrian Adventure from Todi?

Todi is the perfect heart of Umbria: centrally located, scenic, elegant, and strategically connected to the region’s most authentic villages, hiking trails, and wineries. It’s the ideal base for a relaxing weekend, cultural excursions, or slow, rejuvenating walks.

Trails and Paths Near Todi

🟣 Borghi Silenti Trail
A 90 km circular trail through the quiet forests and villages of the Tiber Valley, also ideal in shorter sections starting from Todi.
Recommended segments:

Todi → Melezzole (breathtaking views and silence)
Melezzole → Morruzze (storybook landscapes)

🟢 Coast to Coast Trail
One of Italy’s most scenic and meaningful long-distance trails passes right through Todi. The Umbria Coast to Coast links Ancona on the Adriatic to Orbetello on the Tyrrhenian Sea, crossing the green heart of Italy.
Best enjoyed on foot or by bike, in flexible stages.

🟢 Local Walks & Mini-Trails
Besides its charming urban walks, Todi is the starting point for many short, accessible hikes.
These include: the first stage of the Transmeridiana, “Il Cammino della Luce”, Todi–Vasciano route and many more.
We recommend checking dedicated walking platforms or local guides for up-to-date maps and tips.

Must-See Villages Near Todi

Montecastello di Vibio – Home to the world’s smallest theater and unforgettable views
Massa Martana – A peaceful stone village on the ancient Via Flaminia
Bevagna & Montefalco – Famous for their wine, Renaissance charm, and golden sunsets over the vineyards
Collelungo, Civitella del Lago – Hidden countryside gems just outside Todi

Best Umbrian Towns to Visit in May

🌸 Spello
Known as the “flower village”, it’s a May highlight with its decorated alleys, blooming balconies, and panoramic vistas.

🍇 Montefalco
Nicknamed the “balcony of Umbria”, Montefalco is famous for its prestigious Sagrantino DOCG wines. A wine cellar visit is a must.

🫒 Trevi
Surrounded by olive groves and silence, Trevi offers genuine flavors and peaceful atmospheres.

🔮 Narni
A mysterious medieval town filled with secrets. Don’t miss the guided underground tour of Narni Sotterranea.

🟤 Todi – The Sophisticated Soul of Umbria
Perched on a hill overlooking the Tiber Valley, Todi combines art, architecture, and elegance.
Explore the Temple of Santa Maria della Consolazione, wander the Renaissance piazzas, and enjoy the refined pace of one of Italy’s most harmonious towns.

 

Umbrian Food & Wine Experiences in Spring

 

Wine tastings in Montefalco, Bevagna, Torgiano, Orvieto
Extra virgin olive oil DOP tastings in Trevi and Spello
Local food festivals featuring porchetta, torta al testo, truffle pasta and more
Dinner in Todi’s historic center, with traditional Umbrian menus and sunset views

🍷 Events & Experiences – Mid to Late May

Cantine Aperte (May 25–26)
Open wine cellars in Todi, Montefalco, Torgiano, and Orvieto: taste wines, meet producers, and tour vineyards.

🧭 4-Day Itinerary Starting from Todi

🗓️ Day 1 – Discovering Todi
Stroll through the historic center → Visit the Temple of Consolation → Enjoy a panoramic dinner

🗓️ Day 2 – Borghi Silenti Trail (Short Stage)
Hike from Todi to Morruzze → Picnic in the forest → Return to your hotel or farmhouse

🗓️ Day 3 – Montefalco & Bevagna
Wine tasting → Explore historic centers → Return at sunset with views over the Umbrian valley

🗓️ Day 4 – Orvieto & Civita di Bagnoregio
Morning in Civita di Bagnoregio → Afternoon in Orvieto → Sunset aperitivo back in Todi

Wellness & Slow Living

Panoramic spa experiences in the countryside
Yoga and meditation among the hills or on the Todi fortress terrace
Wine & olive oil tastings with a view—perfect for recharging mind and body

Your Umbrian Base? Right Here in Todi.

The perfect place to explore Umbria, even in May, is right here in Todi with us, in the heart of Todi.
Whether you want nature, history, wine or wellness, we’re the ideal starting point for discovering the real Umbria.

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