The Tiber River Park
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Tiber River Park

A nature and culture adventure to get to know the unspoilt reserve crossed by the Tiber river.

The great river Tiber, from the slopes of Monte Fumaiolo to Umbria, gives life to one of the territory's splendid natural settings: the Tiber River Park. This is a protected natural area established in 1990 and managed by the WWF, with an area of no less than 7,295 hectares that includes the municipalities of Todi, Montecastello di Vibio, Orvieto, Baschi, Montecchio, Guardea and Alviano.

Following the course of the river, which crosses Umbria for 50 kilometres, one can discover numerous panoramic views and important archaeological, monumental and cultural testimonies. It is also possible to practise various sports here: from trekking to cycling, and even canoeing and caving.

Here are some suggestions for spending a day in the midst of nature and history:

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The Path of the Furious

The journey begins in the historic centre of Todi, following the first stretch of the Tiber, which flows so rapidly that it is called 'Il Furioso'. Here, it will be possible to immerse oneself in a rich and fascinating path, which can be followed on foot and by bicycle, where one can admire medieval castles, ancient water mills and works of industrial archaeology in Montemolino, until arriving at the Teatro della Concordia, the 'smallest theatre in the world', in Monte Castello di Vibio.

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Forello Gorge

Continuing towards Orvieto, we arrive in the heart of the park, at the Forello Gorges, a kind of natural canyon carved by the course of the river Tiber between Monte Peglia and Croce di Serra. The very high rocky walls - over 200 m -, on which dense vegetation lives, are characterised by karstic inlets and a complex of caves excavated over the centuries by water. A wonder of nature that becomes an ideal destination for speleology and climbing enthusiasts.

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Lake Corbara

Starting from the Forello Gorge, the valley opens up to the Corbara Lake, an artificial lake created in the 1960s by damming the Tiber River to create a hydroelectric basin. Its green expanses, covered with olive groves and vineyards, make it a unique place for relaxing walks and for trying your hand at various water sports such as canoeing and kayaking. Being rather deep and wide, the lake is also perfect for sports fishing.

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The Roccaccia of Titignano

To fully enjoy this evocative natural scenery, we recommend a walk suitable for families and children, which starts from the small medieval village of Titignano and arrives at an ancient ruined castle where you can admire an overhanging view of Lake Corbara and the Forello Gorge.

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Scoppieto Archaeological Area

Nearby, within the territory of Baschi, an ancient ceramic kiln dating back to the earliest period was brought to light in 1995. It was here that artefacts were created that became famous all over the world, thanks to their journey along the river to Africa. To discover this fascinating history, it is possible to visit the kiln in the Archaeological Area of Scoppieto, near Civitella del Lago, together with the Antiquarium of Baschi where ceramic artefacts are displayed, as well as other Roman artefacts and a scale model of the kiln.

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The Vallone di San Lorenzo necropolis in Montecchio

Another important archaeological testimony can be found in the locality of Fosso di San Lorenzo, in Montecchio. This is a very large Umbrian-Etruscan necropolis with about 3,000 tombs dating back to the 6th-4th centuries B.C. and other precious finds that can be visited at the Antiquarium in Tenaglie.

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Oasis of Alviano

To conclude this voyage of discovery, there is a corner of nature overflown by more than 200 species of aquatic and migratory birds, ideal for birdwatching and nature photography. This place bears the name Oasi di Alviano, a treasure chest of biodiversity managed by the WWF.

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