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Lake Bolsena – Bolsena Historic Center loop from Bolsena

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Lake Bolsena – Bolsena Historic Center loop from Bolsena

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Lake Bolsena – Bolsena Historic Center loop from Bolsena

00:57

3.55km

40m

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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 24, 2026

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685 m

Lake Bolsena

Highlight • Lake

The almost circular lake Bolsena with a diameter of about twelve kilometers is a crater lake and volcanic origin. It is surrounded by the Monti Volsini, a low chain of dormant volcanoes. According to Roman records, the last volcanic eruption in this area took place around 104 BC. Although the lake is almost exclusively fed by rain and groundwater, it has very clear water and visibility down to ten meters. In many places of the lake you have free access to the shore - and you can swim for pleasure or lie in the sun. Black, volcanic tuff-shaped sandy beaches still bear witness to the volcanic past of the lake.

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946 m

Bolsena lakeside

Highlight • Lake

1.23 km

Matteotti Square, Bolsena

Highlight • Settlement

It is best to start an exploration of the city from Piazza Matteotti, the center and the beating heart of the city. The tourist office is also located here. You have access to the historic center via a city gate. You will also find Chiesa di San Francesco, a church from the 13th century with a Gothic portal.

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1.57 km

Bolsena Historic Center

Highlight • Historical Site

Pleasant discovery, cute as a bon bon

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1.78 km

Panoramic viewpoint with benches

Highlight • Viewpoint

Lake Bolsena, located between Lazio, Umbria, and Tuscany, is the largest volcanic lake in Europe. A true natural wonder, thanks to its breathtaking landscapes, clear waters, quiet beaches, and villages rich in history and culture, this lake is an ideal destination for those who love tranquility, culture, and nature.

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1.87 km

Monaldeschi della Cervara Fortress

Highlight • Castle

The Rocca Monaldeschi della Cervara, built in the 11th century, stands on a hill in the heart of the medieval district of Bolsena, offering a splendid panorama of the picturesque village and the lake. Walking along the narrow and romantic streets that lead up to the castle from the center is an experience that is truly worth it, giving you the opportunity to explore the medieval architecture of the village while your gaze is lost over the roofs of the city, enjoying the view of the lake . Inside the castle there is the territorial museum of Lake Bolsena, which houses finds from the Etruscan, Roman and medieval eras.

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