Bracciano is a charming town that is located halfway between Rome and Viterbo. Surrounded by both nature and history, it is renowned for the lake with the same name as the town as well as the “Orsini-Odescalchi” Castle.
The city offers a wide variety of attractions. Take a stroll along the lakeshore of Bracciano, or even better, go out on the water and go sailing! Visit the Italian Airforce Museum if you have an interest in aviation; in addition to a sizable collection of aircraft, the museum also features an impressive art collection in case planes aren’t your thing.
Take a stroll through the town and take in the rich history, as well as the ambience, the coffee, and the food. Rent a horse and allow yourself to be led on lengthy gallop rides across the countryside in order to take in the gorgeous scenery. And don’t miss important religious celebrations like the Infiorata, which takes place on Corpus Christi Sunday, or the reenactment of the Passion of Christ that moves from city to city across the country.
You simply cannot miss the historical castle Castello Orsini-Odescalchi, if you are in the city. Visit the museum or go on a guided tour. It is possible to arrange a guided tour of the historic castle on most days of the week. This tour will take you through all of the interior chambers of the castle while providing its history as well as additional interesting facts about it.
Bracciano is also famous for its cuisine. You will be spoiled for choice when it comes to the gastronomic delicacies that Bracciano has to offer, such as its lake fish, pigs, Maremmana cattle, porcini mushrooms, and truffles. Bracciano is a town that will surprise you with its offerings.