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Lago Trasimeno Travel Guide: 7 reviews and 28 photos

Lago Trasimeno, in Passignano - Lago Trasimeno

Of course I wanted to see Lago Trasimeno during my tour through Umbria in April 2008. This, not only because I wanted to come to peace with my school lessons in history, but also because I love water. I was here only for half a day and April was definitely a quiet season. I missed so much, like a visit to one of the islands, the fishermen museum, the western part of the lake and many other villages – but then I have a good reason to come back.

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Last visit to Lago Trasimeno: Apr 2008
Intro Updated Jan 1, 2012
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Lago Trasimeno, on Google Earth - Lago Trasimeno

How to approach Lago Trasimeno best? Transportation (1)

I was here by car, because I wanted to explore the region around the lake. However, the main villages around Lago... more travel advice

Campo del Sole, the "duck" - Lago Trasimeno

Strange sculptures at the lake shore Things to Do (5)

Not that I understood these (but I am very much dumb when it comes to modern sculptures and the “messages”, the artists... more travel advice

Explanations on the Battle of Lago Trasimeno board - Lago Trasimeno

The very famous battle… and school... Things to Do (5)

Who does not know famous Battle of Lake Trasimeno where Hannibal and his troops defeated the legions of Roman consul... more travel advice

Passignano, park and old villas - Lago Trasimeno

Passignano sul Lago, a quiet village Things to Do (5)

I stopped in Passignano to have some snack and to relax a bit at the lake shore. And I really liked it. However, given... more travel advice

Comments (11)

magor65 Apr 17, 2012 at 8:01 AM Report Abuse

We are going to visit Umbria in July and we'll stay in a little village next to the Lago Trasimeno. I see you enjoyed exploring the places along the lake, so it's a good recommendation.
hunterV Mar 23, 2010 at 11:06 PM Report Abuse

Hello, Ingrid! Thanks for your interesting page! ><><><
mircaskirca Mar 18, 2010 at 8:10 AM Report Abuse

The area around the lake seems so very serene. Just to walk or sit along its shore must be very relaxing. Oh, and that sculpture... quite unusual. I've never seen sculpture in the lake before :)
Nemorino Oct 3, 2009 at 4:43 AM Report Abuse

Hi Ingrid, I like your tips on this beautiful lake with all its history. I must admit that I had never heard of Giovanni da Pian del Carpine -- an early traveler to Central Asia and author of the book that Marco Polo had with him when he went exploring!
toonsarah Apr 19, 2009 at 12:29 PM Report Abuse

What a lovely lake and what interesting tips about the area around it too :-) I confess my classical history is less well-remembered than yours, so this was an unexpected gem for me!
Bwana_Brown Mar 24, 2009 at 11:45 AM Report Abuse

I never knew there was such a beautiful lake located in the middle of Italy! An no wonder you stopped at the sight of those old ruins with the picturesque pine trees - an amazing sight! Great tips as usual Ingrid.
christine.j Mar 3, 2009 at 5:25 AM Report Abuse

A "magic" castle and strange sculptures - sounds like the beginning of a fairy tale.
richiecdisc Mar 1, 2009 at 5:14 AM Report Abuse

I see you've kept busy in my absence, Ingrid. Looks like a beautiful getaway and we sure could use one right now.
Kuznetsov_Sergey Feb 27, 2009 at 9:11 AM Report Abuse

Ìóêí ønteresting and full of historical info page! Yes, Giovanni da Pian del Carpine was among the firsts who created a fairy tale about the Mongolian Empire. Though I very doubt of it. Thanks, Ingrid!
robertgaz Feb 26, 2009 at 2:54 PM Report Abuse

Nice to see pictures of the countryside where Hannibal ruined Roman Legions!