Percoto: San Martino Vescovo, Villa Frattina-Caiselli and Nonino

San Martino Vescovo and the history of the town

The parish of San Martino Vescovo in Percoto was founded around 1500 after separating from the Pieve di Buttrio. The present-day church of San Martino Vescovo was founded around 1700 and consecrated in 1751. Anyone wishing to trace the history of the town through specific names and buildings will find San Martino Vescovo a tangible historical reference point for their stay.

Villa Frattina-Caiselli in the centre

Villa Frattina-Caiselli is located in the centre of Percoto and was built by the Frattina family in the 17th century. The central hall preserves most of its original furnishings. These were commissioned by the Caiselli family and created by Guarana and Antonio Carneo. This is a rewarding point of interest if historic interiors, family history and Italian architecture are among the main interests of your trip.

Nonino and local culinary history

The Nonino Distilleries have also shaped the history of Percoto. Orazio Nonino established the headquarters of his distillery in Ronchi di Percoto. Guided tours at the Nonino Distilleries in Percoto are available by prior reservation. A notable chapter in the company’s history dates to 1 December 1973: Giannola and Benito Nonino created the single-variety grappa Monovitigno® Grappa Nonino by separately distilling the pomace of Picolit grapes.

The route and historical points of interest in the surrounding area

The “10 Thousand Steps of Health” route reaches Percoto from Pavia di Udine via an unpaved local road. In its section through Percoto, Casa Colombare is one of the notable buildings; the house is considered to date from the 15th century.

The ruins of Sdricca are located in the area surrounding Percoto. The Oratory of Purità Museum is also nearby. Both destinations broaden the cultural context beyond the buildings and institutions directly associated with Percoto, without reducing the character of the town to a single theme.

Which focus suits your accommodation?

When choosing a hotel in Percoto, you can set the focus of your stay according to your interests: San Martino Vescovo for ecclesiastical history, Villa Frattina-Caiselli for historic interiors, Nonino for distillery culture or the route for an additional connection to the area. This keeps Percoto open as a destination for different day plans and personal preferences.

More places for trip planning: Palmanova, Valpicetto, Savogna di Cividale, Castelmonte, Ruda, Rive D'arcano, Majano, Cassacco

For the higher-level trip overview: Udine.