Civita di Bagnoregio, Italy

Civita di Bagnoregio

A tiny village on a crumbling hilltop, reached only by a footbridge.

  • All year
  • Best by car
  • 1 night
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Things to do

2 days in Civita di Bagnoregio

Day 1

  1. MorningCross the long footbridge early, before the day-trippers, into the tiny 'dying town'.
  2. AfternoonWander its few lanes, the little church and the viewpoints over the clay badlands.
  3. EveningWatch the sunset over the valley from Bagnoregio.

Day 2

Visit Orvieto, or Lake Bolsena nearby.

What to eat

Bruschetta with local olive oil and pici pasta.

Local tips

Make the most of Civita di Bagnoregio

Beat the crowds

Day-trippers arrive late morning. Early morning and sunset are calmer.

Best photo spot

The village on its rock with the long footbridge leading up to it.

Getting there

Buses run from Orvieto to Bagnoregio. From there, walk to the footbridge.

Don't miss nearby

Orvieto and Lake Bolsena.

Good to know

There's a small entry fee to cross the bridge. The bridge is steep near the top.

Secret spots

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Plan your visit

Getting to Civita di Bagnoregio

Getting there

  • Perugia Airport (PEG)60 km away
  • Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO)90 km away
  • Perugia60 km away
  • Rome85 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 timeAll year
TypeHidden town
Good forOld towns & architecture, Nature
Getting thereBest by car
Stay1 night
CountryItaly

Questions

Civita di Bagnoregio: good to know

Is Civita di Bagnoregio worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like historic old towns and nature. A tiny village on a crumbling hilltop, reached only by a footbridge.

How many days do you need in Civita di Bagnoregio?

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

When is the best time to visit Civita di Bagnoregio?

You can visit all year. Day-trippers arrive late morning. Early morning and sunset are calmer.

How do you get to Civita di Bagnoregio?

The nearest airport is Perugia Airport (PEG), about 60 km away. Buses run from Orvieto to Bagnoregio. From there, walk to the footbridge.

What is there to see near Civita di Bagnoregio?

Nearby hidden places include Orvieto (10 km), Saturnia Hot Springs (49 km) and Perugia (58 km).

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