THE FANTASTIC MONTE MALBE TRAIL
Difficulty: Easy | Distance: 3 km
This circular route is designed for children, their families, and anyone who still enjoys the thrill of discovery and dreams!

The path begins at Podere Campore di Sopra, overlapping in its initial and final stretches with part of Trail No. 4 “Campore,” one of the hiking routes within Monte Malbe. The walk features several stops:

• The Elves’ Hollow: Tiny houses sit on ancient tree trunks in the center of a small grove.
• The Witches’ Glade: A small clearing on the edge of the forest, featuring a “magic circle” of 12 large stones and 4 thrones carved from tree trunks.
• The Land of the Ogres: Marked by a majestic Great Oak to the left of the trail, this area begins with the Ogres’ Warehouse—a wooden cabin displaying forest items like animal traces, nests, tree bark, and fruit through glass panels. Further along is the Ogres’ Village, where a wooden structure nestled against rocks serves as their gathering place.
• The Gnomes’ Village: A charming setup of about 10 tiny wooden houses, complete with a communal warehouse, a mine, and a lumber shed, all designed at gnome scale for visitors to admire.
• The Fairies’ Castle: Situated atop a small hill, the castle is built against the trunk of an old tree. Tiny rooms with miniature windows, such as bedrooms, a music hall, a dining area, and bathrooms, are visible.

Afternoon: Return to Bruco Farm for “THE STORY OF A WOOL THREAD.” In this workshop, we’ll discover how virgin wool from sheep shearing is transformed into yarn and the tools used in its processing. We’ll finish by creating cardboard photo frames adorned with wool, perfect for your best photo from the Fantastic Monte Malbe Trail.
DINNER MYSTERY GAME at Agriturismo Il Cerreto in Bettona, exploring the legend of Pupaggi Castle.

FARM ACTIVITIES: THE HERB WORKSHOP
This fragrant workshop will introduce us to medicinal and aromatic plants, uncovering their secrets, uses, and properties. We’ll use parts of these plants to make soaps and scented sachets to bring natural aromas into our homes.

Afternoon: DUNAROBBA AND THE FARNETTA WOODS. A scenic medium-difficulty hike through gentle hills formed by clayey lake deposits. The highlight of this area is the Farnetto oak (Quercus frainetto), which gives its name to the small village of Farnetta. These woods have defined the landscape since the early Middle Ages.

• Distance: ~8 km | Elevation gain: +300 m

The area is renowned for its paleobotanical value, featuring the Dunarobba Fossil Forest, a unique site with about 50 fossilized conifer trunks from the Taxodiaceae family. These remnants are a testament to forests that once lined the shores of ancient Lake Tiberino. A guided visit to this natural monument of global scientific importance offers a fascinating journey into Earth’s distant past.

TREASURE HUNT IN PERUGIA.
A modern treasure hunt filled with puzzles, riddles, and skill games. Participants, grouped into teams, navigate the medieval-themed game using maps and clues to explore the city.

The story begins in 1307:
“On October 13, 1307, by order of King Philip the Fair of France, all Templars in France were arrested in a single night—a simultaneous raid planned in secret for months, as described by Regine Pernoud. It was followed by a smear campaign and hopeless trials, leading to the abrupt dissolution of the Templar Order.”

To help Knight Michele recover an important document, the Chinon Parchment, and clear the Templar Order of false accusations, players will explore Perugia’s historic center, including the Rocca Paolina and Piazza IV Novembre.

After the activity: A self-guided tour of Perugia’s charming streets is recommended.

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