Castelluccio di Norcia, Italy

Castelluccio di Norcia

A tiny village above a plain that blooms in colour every summer.

  • Jun–Jul
  • Best by car
  • 1 night
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Things to do

2 days in Castelluccio di Norcia

Day 1

  1. MorningSee the Pian Grande plain bloom in purple, red and yellow, from late June to mid-July.
  2. AfternoonHike in the Sibillini mountains above the village, or watch the paragliders launch.
  3. EveningHave dinner in Norcia, the town famous for cured meats and truffles.

Day 2

Visit Norcia, still rebuilding after the 2016 earthquakes, or the Marmore Falls.

What to eat

Castelluccio lentils and Norcia salami.

Local tips

Make the most of Castelluccio di Norcia

Beat the crowds

The bloom, usually from mid-June to mid-July, is very busy at weekends. Come on a weekday morning.

Best photo spot

The patchwork of red poppies, blue cornflowers and yellow lentil flowers on the plain below the village.

Getting there

Easiest by car from Norcia, about 30 minutes up a mountain road.

Don't miss nearby

Norcia, known for its cured meats, and the Monti Sibillini National Park.

Good to know

The village was badly damaged in the 2016 earthquake and is still being rebuilt. Stay on the paths: the flowers grow among lentil crops.

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Plan your visit

Getting to Castelluccio di Norcia

Getting there

  • Perugia Airport (PEG)65 km away
  • Abruzzo Airport (PSR)90 km away
  • Perugia75 km away
  • Rome120 km away

A car is the easiest way to get here and to see the area around it. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeJun–Jul
TypeNature spot
Good forNature, Food
Getting thereBest by car
Stay1 night
CountryItaly

Questions

Castelluccio di Norcia: good to know

Is Castelluccio di Norcia worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like nature and food. A tiny village above a plain that blooms in colour every summer.

How many days do you need in Castelluccio di Norcia?

Plan 1 night. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Castelluccio di Norcia?

The best time to visit is Jun to Jul. The bloom, usually from mid-June to mid-July, is very busy at weekends. Come on a weekday morning.

How do you get to Castelluccio di Norcia?

The nearest airport is Perugia Airport (PEG), about 65 km away. Easiest by car from Norcia, about 30 minutes up a mountain road.

What is there to see near Castelluccio di Norcia?

Nearby hidden places include Perugia (74 km), Orvieto (90 km) and Civita di Bagnoregio (92 km).

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