Clitunno Springs with two white swans in the centre, weeping willows, green meadows and a fence in the background
9 ideas for a romantic weekend in Umbria
Piazza della Repubblica in Terni, with flowerbeds of pink, red and white cyclamens, while people observe Palazzo Spada
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Discovering Terni, the city of St Valentine and love.

Various legends associate the saint with lovers: the poignant story of the thwarted love between the Christian Sabinus and the pagan Serapia, or the tale of roses gifted to a quarrelsome couple who reconciled after the saint invited them to hold the flowers together... Discover the events the city dedicates to love.

Lake Piediluco with steps and a boat on the shore. In the background, green hills are reflected on the surface of the lake
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Declaring one’s love at Lake Piediluco: a stretch of water located near Terni.

It is said that when you reach the centre of the lake, your voice creates an echo powerful enough to reach every shore. If you are thinking of proposing, why not let your proposal echo all the way to Piediluco, the picturesque village of colourful houses?

Marmore Waterfall with a light mist and surrounded by vegetation. In the sky, a heart-shaped cloud
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Taking a walk along the paths of the Marmore Waterfall Park.

Reach the picturesque “Lovers’ Balcony” through the “Lovers Tunnel”. Too romantic? Oh, why not? It’s Valentine’s Day!

The beauty of the landscape blends with the romance of the legend about the origins of the waterfall. Want to find out more?

Two people admire the façade of the Orvieto Cathedral, standing against a clear blue sky.
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Exploring the town that stands on a tufa cliff: Orvieto.

The Piazza del Duomo is a peculiar and charming setting, especially at night, when the colours of the church façade soften into a soft, romantic glow. Don’t miss the chance to toss a “good luck” coin into the bottom of the well and discover the underground to truly fall in love with Orvieto.

Lake Trasimeno at sunset: the silhouettes of hills and an island stand out against an orange sky, while a swan spreads its wings on the water
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Admiring the sunsets over Lake Trasimeno

From its shores (Passignano sul Trasimeno, San Feliciano, Tuoro sul Trasimeno, Castiglione del Lago), you can enjoy, depending on the season and weather, an intense, beautiful light and astonishing colours. A visit to the charming village on Isola Maggiore is also a very romantic experience.

Interior of the Camera Pinta at the Rocca Albornoziana in Spoleto, with visitors admiring the walls decorated with frescoes
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Getting married in the Camera Pinta.

The room is in the Rocca Albornoziana, the fortress overlooking the town of Spoleto. It's decorated with frescoes depicting scenes of life, courtly love and the various stages of falling in love: the spark, the courtship, the joys of love, and marriage.

The Clitunno Springs with crystal-clear water reflecting the green trees. A solitary weeping willow stands out in the centre
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Relaxing in the silence of the Clitunno Springs.

A place among weeping willows and shimmering waters, that inspired Pliny the Younger, Virgil, Lord Byron and Carducci. Enjoy a romantic date and a stroll towards the Temple of Clitunno.

Narrow alley between brick walls, with a brown sign hanging from chains reading “Vicolo Baciadonne” in white lettering
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Visiting Città della Pieve

Reach the narrow Vicolo Baciadonne (Women-kissing Alley). The passage, only 70 centimetres wide, acts as a matchmaker for two passers-by who, while crossing it, are forced to be so close that their lips almost touch.

Red heart-shaped box with eight chocolates inside, surrounded by red hearts, hazelnuts and a chocolate cut in half
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Tasting chocolate in Perugia.

The city of Luisa Spagnoli, creator of the famous “cazzotto”, later transformed into the iconic Bacio Perugina. You can take a romantic stroll and visit the many artisanal shops, indulging in some sweet temptations.

Photo Credits: Mary Vischietti