Where to Base
Stay in the historic town center. Perched on a hilltop, it offers panoramic views of the valley and easy walking access to historical sites, making it the ideal base for experiencing local culture.
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Rieti
Rieti, the administrative seat of the province in Lazio, serves as the modern capital of the Sabina region. The historic town center sits atop a small hill, offering commanding views over the expansive Rieti valley and the fertile basin of the Velino River. Once a large lake drained by ancient Romans, the area is now surrounded by the Sabine hills and Monti Reatini, including Mount Terminillo. For frequent travelers seeking a blend of history, tranquility, and natural beauty away from crowded tourist hubs, Rieti offers a serene base to explore central Italy's authentic landscape.
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Getting Around
Rieti has no airport; access is primarily via rail connections to Rome and other cities. The compact historic center is best explored on foot, with local buses available for trips to nearby mountain areas like Mount Terminillo.
Best Season
Spring and autumn offer pleasant weather for exploring the valley and ruins. Summer is ideal for escaping to nearby Mount Terminillo for cooler temperatures, while winter provides a quiet, atmospheric retreat in the hilltop town.
Nearby attractions
Dining
La Trota
Before entering this restaurant, stop for a moment to admire the crystal-clear waters of the Santa Susanna canal which runs opposite the building. La Trota has revolutionised and raised the standard of cooking freshwater fish, elevating it to the level of other produce traditionally considered to be more refined. At this restaurant, the Serva brothers, ably assisted by their respective children, showcase ingredients such as trout, tench, freshwater crayfish, pike and catfish, which are sourced from the clean waters nearby and which feature on the menu alongside a few meat dishes. They also mak
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Overlooking a delightful, quiet little square, this romantic, welcoming restaurant serves traditional local specialities, often with an individual flavour. The menu includes some fish dishes, although the house speciality is the maltagliati pasta served with ‘Bistrot’ sauce.
Delicato
Situated in a picturesque medieval hilltop village in the province of Rieti on the border with Umbria, this restaurant serves cuisine that is influenced by different regions and traditions. Choose between the minimalist-style dining rooms with exposed stone walls and, in fine weather, a charming outdoor space at the foot of Contigliano’s church. Here, chef Carlotta Delicato brings out the best of local ingredients in dishes that are kept deliberately simple and unfussy yet are full of flavour. We highly recommend the “spaghettone mare e lago” with a light brunoise of courgettes. As the restaur
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