Discover Baschi: Medieval Heritage, Church Art and Archaeology

Baschi preserves its medieval layout and combines it with church art, archaeology and paths through a landscape steeped in history.

Historic Town Center and Notable Buildings

The historic center of Baschi has preserved its medieval layout to this day. The Arco di Diomede is a characteristic entrance to a medieval courtyard. La Guardiola is also known as La Portella and is one of the two entrances to the castle; it dates from the beginning of the 16th century.

One of the town’s distinctive details is La Marroca, a Renaissance mascaron carved in sandstone. It is kept in the Antiquarium of Baschi and is also visible on the façade of the town hall.

San Nicolò Church and Antiquarium

The Church of San Nicolò was rebuilt in 1576 by the architect Scalza; the first church building dates from the 12th century. Its interior and exterior are characterized by the Tuscan style. The Chapel of the Blessed Sacrament contains a precious triptych by Giovanni di Paolo of Siena from 1440. It depicts the Madonna, Saint Nicholas and another saint. The rebuilding and the older triptych therefore belong to different historical periods in the church’s history.

The Antiquarium of Baschi covers the period from the protostoric era in the 13th century BC to the early Middle Ages in the 6th century AD. Illustrated panels, geographical maps and models of kilns and transport vessels explain the processing of clay and its transport. Guided tours, both in Italian and in foreign languages, must be bindingly reserved at least seven days in advance.

Scoppieto above the Tiber Valley

The archaeological site of Scoppieto is located in the municipality of Baschi, on a plateau above the Tiber Valley, in an area rich in clay and water resources as well as fertile soils. Excavations uncovered the remains of a sanctuary from the 4th century BC; excavations have been conducted there by the University of Perugia since 1995. The site lies at the entrance to an archaeological nature trail in the Tiber River Park.

Routes for Different Day Plans

Two differently designed routes are available for planning your time. The Baschi–Civitella del Lago route begins as you leave Baschi, near the cemetery. It is 11.8 km long and listed as taking 4 hours and 30 minutes.

The Baschi–Diga di Corbara circular route begins in the center of Baschi, is 10.6 km long and listed as taking 3 hours and 30 minutes. The different distances and times help you choose whether to focus your trip on local history, archaeology or a longer walk.

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