Lake Trasimeno (Lago Trasimeno) Tours and Activities

With its placid waters lined by rolling vineyards and olive groves, Lake Trasimeno (Lago Trasimeno) is one of the most picturesque corners of Umbria and a popular day trip destination. Take the ferry to one of the lake’s three islets, relax on its beaches, or explore the lakeside towns of Castiglione del Lago and Passignano sul Trasimeno.

Lake Trasimeno sits along the border between Umbria and Tuscany, and a stop here often is included in tours departing from Rome or Florence that take in the nearby towns of Perugia, Assisi, Orvieto, and Cortona. 

In addition to taking a dip or sail in the water, explore the idyllic countryside around Lake Trasimeno via the ring trail skirting the shore or the hiking and cycling trails through the surrounding hills. Lake Trasimeno is known for its excellent local cuisine and wine, so opt for a food tour that includes transportation to experience the lake’s specialites without the hassle of driving.

Lake Trasimeno is about two hours north of Rome and two hours south of Florence by car. The regional train stops at a number of the lakeside towns, though the easiest way to visit is by joining a day trip that includes transportation.

The area around the lake is particularly beautiful in the spring and fall, but time your visit for summer if you are hoping to take a dip in the water.

Lake Trasimeno has three islands: Polvese, Maggiore, and Minore. Ferries run to Polvese and Maggiore, and there are restaurants, trails, and beaches on both these islands. Minore is private. Along the lakeshore, the main towns include the picturesque Castiglione del Lago, set on a promontory that juts out into the lake and known for its crenelated castle; Passignano sul Trasimeno, with its resort-like atmosphere and panoramic fortress; and San Feliciano, where colorful fishing boats line the shore and waterfront restaurants serve pike, eel, and other lake specialties.