Montefalco: Where the Past Mingles With The Present
Montefalco, Italy is one of the three medieval hill towns located in Umbria. It was formerly known as Coccorone during the Middle Ages but has been renamed after one of the hawks, which is falco in Italian, of an emperor. Montefalco is said to be Umbria’s balcony as it is perched on top of the hill and offers a majestic view of the province’s landscape. Umbria International Airport is located in the neighboring town and is about an hour and a half away.
Best Time to Visit
Wet and dry seasons are experienced in Montefalco, Italy. It is best to come when the sun is shining brightly between May to September. However, it is the busiest during August and September when festivals are happening such as Fuga de Bolve – an Italian way of bull fighting. Though there might be heavy rainfall from the other months of the year, you may find Montefalco, IT hotels to be cheaper and attractions to be less touristy.
What to Do & Area Attractions
A wine/vineyard tour is a must when you visit Montefalco, IT. There are Gusto Wine Tour for those are looking for something small and intimate and Wine Safari Tour and ENOSAFARI for those who want to go through vast lands of vineyards. Many visitors also enjoy the fresco architecture of the town which are prominent in the town plaza where you will find Castel Ritaldi and in the churches such as San Francesco Church. Highly-rated Montefalco, Italy hotels include Palazzo Bontadosi Hotel and Spa, conveniently located in the town plaza, which also has its own famous restaurant on site and Villa Zuccari, a chic hotel just right on the outskirts. You can also stay at the Hotel Degli Affreschi.