Christmas is for discovering Umbria - Christmas is for discovering Umbria
Every year on December 7th, the slopes of Mount Ingino light up with Gubbio’s extraordinary Christmas Tree! Recognised by the Guinness World Records as the largest in the world, its luminous outline – more than 750 metres high – is made up of 700 lights and kilometres of cables. A breathtaking spectacle that crowns the medieval skyline of the city and enchants visitors from all over Italy.
On the calm waters of Lake Trasimeno shines a floating Christmas Tree whose golden lights gently reflect on the surface, turning the landscape into an enchanted scene. At sunset, as the sky glows with shades of blue and orange, the tree seems to float over the still waters of the lake, creating one of the most magical light displays of Christmas in Umbria.
In the heart of Umbria, Assisi celebrates Christmas in the places linked to Saint Francis, the saint who created the first Nativity scene. The city is bathed in light: its ancient stones glow among markets, concerts, and projection shows that blend art and spirituality, creating an atmosphere of peace and wonder.
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In the heart of Perugia, the Rocca Paolina transforms into an underground village where the magic of Christmas comes to life. Sheltered from the cold and the rain, within ancient walls illuminated by soft lights, it’s easy to be captivated by the enticing aromas of local delicacies and by handcrafted creations—perfect for those seeking a unique and original gift!
At Christmas, Orvieto lights up with magic: sounds, lights and emotions blend among its historic streets and squares. In this timeless setting, Umbria Jazz Winter brings warmth and rhythm to the season — for a few days, the entire city turns into a vast open-air stage, where every corner echoes with music and passion, as audiences and artists come together to form one great orchestra of emotions.
Every winter, as the days grow shorter and the Terni valley is wrapped in cold, a light shines from the mountain, piercing the darkness: the Star of Miranda. Since 1981, this radiant symbol has warmed the city’s soul and enchanted those who gaze at it from afar with eyes full of wonder. Its glow seems to whisper that even in the deepest darkness, there is always a light ready to be reborn.
In the heart of Deruta, where art breathes among ancient stones, a unique tree lights up the night — the ceramic Christmas tree. Born from centuries-old craftsmanship, it blends tradition and innovation in an embrace of light and creativity: each ceramic bauble reflects the magic of Christmas and the soul of a town that transforms clay into pure wonder.
