Lake Trasimeno Tour – where water meets silence
A journey across Lake Trasimeno’s islands and villages: Castiglione del Lago, Passignano, Isola Maggiore, Isola Polvese, Monte del Lago and San Feliciano. Discover the calm beauty of Tuscany and Umbria with Podere Grotta Antica.
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Lake Trasimeno Tour
where water meets silence
Just a short drive from Podere Grotta Antica lies a lake that mirrors time itself:
Lake Trasimeno, the gentle border between Tuscany and Umbria.
It’s a world of soft winds, slow boats, and sunsets that stretch endlessly across the horizon —
a perfect itinerary for those seeking peace, authenticity, and simple beauty.
Castiglione del Lago
the balcony over the water
Built on what was once an island, Castiglione del Lago overlooks the water from its stunning medieval fortress.
Its streets twist through stone archways, terraces, and the scent of lake cuisine.
Here, ferries depart for the islands and paths follow the shoreline through olive trees and reeds.
👉 Tip: climb the Leone Fortress at sunset — the light over the lake turns golden and infinite
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Isola Maggiore
the silent pearl
A ten-minute ferry ride feels like traveling back in time.
Isola Maggiore is a tiny fishing village frozen in the past, where stone houses, old nets, and olive trees tell stories of solitude and devotion.
You can walk around it in less than an hour, surrounded by peace and light.
👉 Tip: visit the House of the Captain of the People and follow the panoramic path to the statue of Saint Francis — from there, the lake seems to breathe.
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Passignano sul Trasimeno
the living soul of the lake
Elegant yet authentic, Passignano is the lively heart of the Trasimeno.
Fishing boats sway gently, cafés hum with laughter, and the evenings fill with music and good wine.
Perfect for a relaxed afternoon or an aperitivo by the water.
👉 Tip: try the tegamaccio, a traditional fish stew — simple, rich, and full of lake flavor.
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Isola Polvese
nature’s whisper
The largest of the lake’s islands, Isola Polvese is a natural park,
an oasis of trails, medieval ruins, olive groves, and shaded coves.
It’s the perfect spot for a swim, a walk, or a quiet picnic among the reeds.
👉 Tip: take the Water Lily Path up to the old castle — between reflections and wind, it feels like walking inside a watercolor painting.
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San Feliciano & Monte del Lago
lake’s hidden poetry
Away from the crowds, San Feliciano still breathes like a fishing village,
with boats drying under the sun and nets folded on the docks.
Nearby, Monte del Lago stands high above the water — tiny, peaceful, and breathtaking.
👉 Tip: stop here at sunset — the lake turns pink, the air stills, and silence becomes beauty.
Castiglione del Lago
the balcony over the water
Built on what was once an island, Castiglione del Lago overlooks the water from its stunning medieval fortress.
Its streets twist through stone archways, terraces, and the scent of lake cuisine.
Here, ferries depart for the islands and paths follow the shoreline through olive trees and reeds.
👉 Tip: climb the Leone Fortress at sunset — the light over the lake turns golden and infinite.
...
Isola Maggiore
the silent pearl
A ten-minute ferry ride feels like traveling back in time.
Isola Maggiore is a tiny fishing village frozen in the past,
where stone houses, old nets, and olive trees tell stories of solitude and devotion.
You can walk around it in less than an hour, surrounded by peace and light.
👉 Tip: visit the House of the Captain of the People and follow the panoramic path to the statue of Saint Francis — from there, the lake seems to breathe.
...
Passignano sul Trasimeno
the living soul of the lake
Elegant yet authentic, Passignano is the lively heart of the Trasimeno.
Fishing boats sway gently, cafés hum with laughter, and the evenings fill with music and good wine.
Perfect for a relaxed afternoon or an aperitivo by the water.
👉 Tip: try the tegamaccio, a traditional fish stew — simple, rich, and full of lake flavor.
...
Isola Polvese
nature’s whisper
The largest of the lake’s islands, Isola Polvese is a natural park,
an oasis of trails, medieval ruins, olive groves, and shaded coves.
It’s the perfect spot for a swim, a walk, or a quiet picnic among the reeds.
👉 Tip: take the Water Lily Path up to the old castle — between reflections and wind, it feels like walking inside a watercolor painting.
...
San Feliciano & Monte del Lago
the lake’s hidden poetry
Away from the crowds, San Feliciano still breathes like a fishing village,
with boats drying under the sun and nets folded on the docks.
Nearby, Monte del Lago stands high above the water — tiny, peaceful, and breathtaking.
👉 Tip: stop here at sunset — the lake turns pink, the air stills, and silence becomes beauty.
After a day among the waters and islands of Trasimeno, returning to Podere Grotta Antica feels like closing a poem.
The night brings back the scent of reeds and the calm rhythm of the countryside.
A glass of wine, the song of crickets — and the stars above Chiusi lighting the way home.
📍 Distances from Podere Grotta Antica (Chiusi)
Castiglione del Lago ~25 min · Passignano sul Trasimeno ~45 min ·
Isola Maggiore (ferry from Passignano) ~15 minutes by boat ·
Isola Polvese (ferry from San Feliciano) ~10 minutes by boat ·
Monte del Lago ~40 min · San Feliciano ~35 min