Macchie: Discover the Church, Routes and Landscape

Macchie lies in a gently hilly area at 274 meters above sea level, on the road to the neighboring municipal area of Panicale. The village is considered the youngest settlement in the municipality.

Between Brickmaking and Olive Oil Processing

Macchie’s early industrial development included a brickworks and the opening of a factory for fiscoli. Fiscoli are filters used in olive oil production. Alongside its hilly landscape, these two facilities give the village another connection with traditional craftsmanship. If you are interested in the links between the regional economy, olive oil and the development of small settlements, Macchie offers an unusual local point of reference.

The Chiesa della Santissima Annunziata – Macchie

The Chiesa della Santissima Annunziata – Macchie probably dates from the 16th century and was elevated to parish church status in 1806. Its floor plan has the shape of a Greek cross; the church also has two side chapels. The façade features a large, ornate terracotta portal with a mosaic depicting the Annunciation. In the niche of the main altar, a Madonna and Child are depicted on a throne. Silver crosses are also associated with the church. These details are particularly suited to a stay in which you want to view sacred architecture not only through a building’s age, but also through its floor plan, portal and furnishings.

Routes with Different Focuses

The Trasimeno carriage routes are designed for equestrian tourism with carriages and wagons and are accessible year-round. The Escursione a Macchie in carrozza is listed as a 16-kilometer route and is considered a road circuit. Alongside the general carriage route, this provides a specific route with its own length and recorded course. The different route details give you a clear sense of scale when comparing the scope of various types of excursions.

Cycling Connections and the Grande Anello del Trasimeno

Those coming from Macchie can join the Ciclovia del Trasimeno via the Bivio Panicarola – Località Carraia access point. In addition, an optional section of the Grande Anello del Trasimeno passes through Macchie. The Grande Anello del Trasimeno is 71 kilometers long in total and begins in the area of the former airport of Castiglione del Lago. For your planning, this clearly distinguishes the entry point to the Ciclovia, the optional section through Macchie and the total length of the circuit.

Castles, Palaces and Islands in the Surrounding Area

Castello di Montalera is a castle in the immediate vicinity of Macchie. Palazzo Duca Della Corgna is a palace in the area around Macchie. Castello Isola Polvese is also located nearby and is classified as a castle. Castello di Montali is another castle in the area around Macchie. These destinations complement the view of the Chiesa della Santissima Annunziata with different architectural forms, without being equated with Macchie’s village center.

Further afield from Macchie, Monte Città di Fallera is a mountain. Monte Vergnano is a mountain in the wider regional area. Isola Polvese is an island near Macchie, as is Isola Maggiore. This creates a spatially layered picture for you: Macchie itself lies in a gently hilly area, while mountains and islands add further landscape references in the surrounding region.

A Culinary Connection

As part of a gastronomic route, visitors are recommended to taste a hamburger made with meat from the supply chain of the Cooperativa Allevatori Umbri.

More Destinations

If you would like to expand your orientation in the region, here are more destinations: Valtopina, Savelli, San Fatucchio, Colfiorito, Piana, Fighille, Castiglion Fosco, Ponte Centesimo.

For the overarching travel overview: Perugia.