Castello delle Forme: History in the Hills

Historic Character and Hillside Location

Castello delle Forme combines historical evidence with a location halfway up a hill. A cycling route passing through the town and destinations in the immediate and wider surroundings give the trip several possible focal points.

The Torre campanaria dates from the 13th century, is built entirely of stone, and has a clock and mechanically operated bells. It is the only surviving tower in Castello delle Forme; at its foot are the remains of the old 13th-century walls.

Under the archway of the bell tower is a badly damaged 15th-century fresco fragment from the Perugian school. The Virgin and Child, Saint Andrew, and Saint Costanzo, martyr and bishop of Perugia, can be identified.

The Chiesetta di San Pietro in Candione

The Chiesetta di San Pietro in Candione is a small, well-restored stone church in Castello delle Forme. It dates from the 12th century and was restored in the 16th century and in 1954.

The Chiesetta was mentioned in a document issued by Frederick Barbarossa in 1163. It belonged to the monastery of San Pietro in Perugia. Together with the Torre campanaria, it forms a second important historical landmark within the town.

The Surrounding Landscape

Castello delle Forme is located halfway up a hill. In the immediately surrounding landscape lies the Fonte di San Costanzo on the connecting road to the town of Sant’Enea.

The mountains Monte Veduta del Lago, Monte Vergnano, and Poggio delle Civitelle are located around Castello delle Forme. Monte Città di Fallera is a mountain in the wider regional surroundings of Castello delle Forme.

Cycling Route and Historic Roads

The Strada del Piano cycling route passes through Perugia, San Martino in Campo, Papiano, Castello delle Forme, and Marsciano. It runs through Castello delle Forme between Papiano and Marsciano. This specific route connection is particularly interesting for planning your trip if cycling is the main focus.

The town’s historic transport location is also part of its character: Castello delle Forme stood at a crossroads of important routes and was known as a stopover for muleteers travelling to Rome. This past complements the evidence provided by the tower and church with a regional travel connection.

Museums and Castle in the Wider Surroundings

The area around Castello delle Forme is home to the Museo del vino, the Museo Storico Perugina, the Museo Paleontologico Luigi Boldrini Pietrafitta, and Castello Di Cisterna. The first three are museums; Castello Di Cisterna is a castle.

Planning a Trip with the Right Focus

When choosing a hotel for a trip to Castello delle Forme, you can base your decision on your preferred focus: the Torre campanaria and Chiesetta di San Pietro in Candione provide the substance for culture-oriented days, while the Strada del Piano and the surrounding mountains add a scenic element. This allows your accommodation choice to be aligned with your own itinerary and personal pace.

More Places for Trip Planning

Papiano, San Brizio, Colfiorito, Collestrada, Saragano, Pietralunga, Verchiano, Castel Ritaldi

For the higher-level travel overview: Perugia.