Palio delle Barche event

Name: Palio delle Barche 2026
Start: Sun Jul 19 00:00:00 GMT 2026
End: Sun Jul 26 00:00:00 GMT 2026
Location: Palio delle Barche 2026

Poster of Palio delle Barche in Passignano

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Palio delle Barche 2026

From 19 to 26 July 2026, Passignano sul Trasimeno will host the Palio delle Barche, one of Umbria’s most iconic historical re-enactments. For an entire week, the lakeside town will come alive with costumed parades, neighbourhood competitions, performances and traditional food taverns at the Giardini del Pidocchietto, where visitors can enjoy local specialities in a lively atmosphere.

For more information visit:

www.paliodellebarche.com

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