Overview
Foligno is one of the very few Umbrian cities not perched on a hill, sitting instead on a plain first drained during Roman times. It serves as an important rail centre and junction for trains to Perugia, making it a practical transit stop for travelers moving between Rome and the Adriatic coast.
Architecture · History · Transit Hub
Before you go
Accommodation
Three-star Hotel Poledrini offers rooms from €50 with free parking. Budget accommodation options in Foligno itself are limited.
History
Severe Allied bombing in WWII destroyed many buildings, giving the city its modern appearance. The 1472 printing of Dante's Divine Comedy was the first book printed in Italian.
Money
Italy uses the euro (€). ATMs are widely available near the train station and in the historic centre. Credit cards are accepted at hotels and larger restaurants.
Transport
Foligno is a major rail hub with direct connections to Rome (about 2 hours), Ancona on the Adriatic coast, Perugia, and Florence. Use it as a base for exploring Umbria.