Introduction
This beautiful town of antique origin was considered the most attractive village throughout the country and its inhabitants take great pride in it. There are still city walls and most sites are in spitting distance from its main square called Piazza Silvestri. At the beginning the town was peopled by the Umbrians, then taken by the Etruscans and the Roman Empire. When the Romans ruled Bevagna, it was situated along the Via Flaminia. The city abounds in Romanesque churches and enoteche for it is located in the Strada di Sangriata.
What to See and Do
The Pinacoteca Comunale has a simple collection of local archaeology and ceramics. When buying the ticket to the pinacoteca you gain entrance to the Roman Mosaic Museum of Antiquities housing flooring tiles from Roman baths kept in very good conditions, the vestiges of an antique Roman theatre, Roman and medieval walls and ruins of a monastery winery.
During the Festival of the Gaite that takes place at the end of June Bevagna looks like a village of the Middle Ages. People wear historical costumes and craftsmen show how glass blowing, candle making and ironworks used to be done in those days.
The Festival of the Snail is held in Cantalupo di Bevagna at the end of August. Snail dishes are served in every conceivable way… roasted, in sauce, etc.. The festival also includes displays, dancing and entertainment. Snails are local specialities served at any restaurant.
The Pro Loco tourist office provides information on accommodation and wine tasting.
Where to Eat and Drink
Enoteca and Locanda Piazza Onofri has a delightful restaurant and wine shop.
Ristorante L’Orto degli Angeli offers a menu which varies from week to week. However, one thing remains the same it is always composed of Umbrian dishes.
La Bottega di Piazza Onofri which is located centrally serves up home made dishes and good wine served by the glass.
Coccorone is located on an off-the-beaten street. You can savour your meals on the stone pavement. Unusual delights are served for a culinary challenge. Its menu includes game, out-of-ordinary meats such as pigeon and snails.
La Farfalla, run by Sicilian family, serves fantastic wine, icecream and cannoli (stuffed pasta).
How to Get to /away
BY BUS: To Foligno (length: 20 minutes, services: 6 a day), from/to Montefalco (length: 20-40 minutes, services: 5 a day).
