Bettona - Umbria Museums

Bettona - Umbria Museums Digital Edition

Art and food paths

to the discovery of an evocative past.

An intimate setting made of stones, ancient walls and hidden places.

Enjoy the wonderful view and the gorgeous sunsets,

from this magnificent balcony known as Bettona.

Bettona, a natural balcony overlooking the Umbria Valley

Bettona rises on a “natural terrace” overlooking the Umbria Valley, near the confluence of the rivers Chiascio and Topino and at a short distance from the Tiber. From the top of its hill it is possible to see the towns of Assisi, Spello, Cannara Bevagna, Torgiano and Perugia.

The Museum and the Municipal Picture Gallery

Situated in Piazza Cavour, the Museum of Bettona is housed in the Palazzo del Podestà and in the Palazzo Biancalana. The first building was built in 1371, during the reconstruction of the town initiated by Cardinal Albornoz, the second building was a noble residence built in the Neoclassical style. The museum collection is closely linked to local history and includes two sections.