Mount Subasio — WorldGuide

What makes this place unique

About

Part of the Apennines inside Umbria, Mount Subasio is famous for its distinctive pink limestone and vast sub-alpine meadows.

Terrain, waters and landscape

Terrain

This protected mountain is one of the most characteristic elevations of the Umbria landscape. Offering excellent routes for paragliding and hiking, its location can be viewed on the Harita. The stones quarried here have significantly shaped historical architecture in Italia.

Practical notes before you go

Visit

Type: Mountain
Tip: Check weather and trail conditions before visiting high terrain.

Related places around here

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Plain

Plain of Castelluccio

Nestled at the foot of the Sibillini Mountains in Umbria , the Plain of Castelluccio is a high-altitude plain famous for its annual floral bloom.

River

Tiber River

The main watercourse crossing Umbria , the Tiber River serves as the primary source of agricultural prosperity for the region.

River

Marmore Falls

Fed by the Velino river, the Marmore Falls are among the highest and most spectacular water drops within the topography of Umbria .

Lakes

Lake Trasimeno

As the largest body of water in Umbria , Lake Trasimeno is a natural shallow lake renowned for its rich biodiversity.

Lakes

Lake Alviano

Formed by a widening of the Tiber River, Lake Alviano is one of the most critical wetland protection zones in southern Umbria .

Canyons

Nera River Gorge

Carved by the Nera River through limestone cliffs, this gorge is one of the wildest natural features in southern Umbria .

Stream

Chiascio Stream

An important tributary of the Tiber, the Chiascio Stream originates in the hilly terrains of northern Umbria and hydrates the valley beds.

Picnic area

Monte Subasio Regional Park

Offering the pure nature of Umbria , Monte Subasio is a vast outdoor recreation and picnic area located just above the historic town of Assisi.