Pietralunga è una splendida cittadina immersa nel verde delle colline umbre. Circondata da boschi incontaminati e da una natura lussureggiante è ideale per trascorrere rilassanti vacanze ecologiche, gustando piatti della tradizione contadina e praticando numerose attività sportive alla'aria aperta. Molte strutture ricettive per ogni tipo di esigenza e l'ospitalità dei "Pietralunghesi" renderanno il vostro soggiorno indimenticabile.

A seconda della stagione è sempre facile trovare come occupare le giornate. In autunno ed in inverno, oltre ad oziare difronte al camino, è sempre consigliabile visitare una delle bellissime località dell'Alta Valle del Tevere.

La primavera e l'estate sono invece le stagioni migliori per godersi appieno la natura e le attività ad essa correlate.

Tours

Shepherd's Cheese - Visita Montone - Salumi e Salami (Local cold cuts)

Shepherd's Cheese: Visit a small sheep dairy farm where you will learn about the production of Upper Tiber Valley's wonderful "pecorino" (sheep cheese)! From the sheep breeding to the seasoning of the cheese wheels. When you taste our pecorino, you will know that what you are savoring is the uniche flavor imparted by the fertile meadows of our rural areas.

Visit to medieval village of Montone: one of "Most beautiful town in italy" award winners.

Salumi e Salami (Local cold cuts): The best butchery tradition of the center of Italy began centuries ago here, on the border between Umbria, Tuscany and Emilia Romagna, to give us rustic cold cuts ready to nibble, freshly sliced in the shop! Visit to the farm premises with pork and cattle breeding.

Duration: About 3h

Sips of Upper Tiber Valley - Wicker Worker Workshop

Sips of Upper Tiber Valley: Discover and savor the D.O.C.
(controlled origin denomination) wines of the "Colli Altotiberini" area in an enchanting 19th century wine cellar or other typical locations, spread across the slopes of the valley. Delightful wine tastings among the casks are guaranteed!

Wicker Worker Workshop: "It's a cinch" you would say, watching him weaving baskets! Giuseppe has been weaving wicker with a passion for many, many years! You will visit his workshop, where the different stages wicker weaving will be explained!

Duration: About 3h

Pasta Amore mio (Hand-made pasta lesson)

Tagliatelle making demonstration and class participation in the preparation of the local special pasta! It will seem like you are entering grandmother's kitchen when you see Mrs. Maria wearing an apron and shaking her rolling pin with her sleeves already roled up! She will unveil the secrets of the perfect sheet of pastry. After the lesson, on request typical lunch/dinner in the same rural complex.

ExtraVirgin Olive Oil at the mill - Bio Farm

ExtraVirgin Olive Oil at the mill: The story of the Extra Virgin Olive Oil is a fascinating one. Come and discover it at the local oil mills, where the ancient production method mingles with the newest technologies. Different mills with different production methods. taste the robust fruitness of the Upper Tiber Valley olive with rustic snacks. Only in November it is possible to visit the olive groves for the olive groves gathering!

Organic vegetable garden and educational farm: The philosophy of the organic cultivation with its respects for the environment and ourselves will be discussed at the organic farm along with information on the orchard and an explanation of the many ways to process fruits. Then enjoy sampling a bite of our delicious treats!

Duration: About 3h 30

Pottery makers tour in Upper Tiber Valley

Pottery making is one of the most deeply-rooted activities in the Upper Tiber Valley, due to the abundance if clay provided by the Tiber. Visit different artisans, each of whom will sho you his particular technique and the inspiration for his works. You will also have the opportunity to work at the wheel or decorate pottery pieces! The tour will take place in merry hamlets and let you discover tiny sacred centers.

Duration: About 3h 30

Wood carvers

The craft of the wood carver is a passion more than a mere profession. He does not alter the shape of a curvy branch, but instead moulds his thoughts or his daydreams to it! Two local craftsmen show us their incredible skill in bringing to light the figures hidden in the wood. from the top to the bottom of the valley, with a stop in the medieval lovely hamlet of Santa Maria Tiberina, we will follow the thread of the creativity.

Duration: About 3h

Alpaca sheep - At the Queenbee's court

Alpaca sheep, Breeding & Whool production: Tender alpacas are waiting for you in their rough grazing meadows to show you the production of soft wool enriched by lovely natural dyeing. Rediscover rural slowness among the alpacas, along with the arts of manual wool spinning all while surrounded by the stunning views of the valley. Kids will love it!

At the Queenbee's court, Honey producing farm: At the queenbee's court you will enjoy hive products and test your abilities to make little objects from pure beeswax. learn about life within to hive: this rare example of good functioning society and taste to savor this delicious products which are also excellent natural panacea for our body

Durata del tour: 3h circa.

	Notes We strongly suggest to ask further information about activities and tours before your arrival.