Agriturismo Bartoli
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Horse riding, excursions, gym, bowls and much more. Relax in our splendid swimming pool or parts in search of a truffle. The Agriturismo Bartoli awaits you.
Horseback riding
We.organise guided horseback tours of varying duration and difficulty according to ability. The outings vary from a minimum of one hour to a maximum of three hours. We propose diverse itineraries: panoramic views (towards the Valnerina and the Spoleto valley) and striking paths through woods and pine forests. The most adventurous riders may book a day of guided trekking: Departure is generally scheduled for 9 a.m. and the program includes:
– a stop at the old station of Sensati,
– following through the Valnerina in the direction of Ceselli and Cese.
– The excursion then continues to the rock of Ancaiano
– from where, after an abundant barbeque, the group returns to Patrico around 7:30 p.m.
The ample spaces available to the Agriturismo (200 hectares — 494 acres) permit a great variety of outings on horseback, in close contact with nature and in the company of friends.
At the end of the day, all our horses are set free to roam in the open scrub, and they are rounded up only on the following morning for their daily routine.
For the occasional ride or trekking on horseback, reservations are required at least a day in advance.
Truffle gathering
The Agriturismo is situated in the middle of a vast truffle preserve from which our family has always extracted this precious fungus for our own cooking. Very intense activity actually underlies the apparently simple act of truffle gathering:
– the selection and training of the truffle dogs, indispensable collaborators who, with their finely honed sense of smell, know how to pinpoint and dig up the truffles.
– equally crucial are the keen attention to nature’s signals indicating new truffle fields
– the respect for moderation in gathering, a fundamental rule for safeguarding the truffle supply.
The possibility of discovering and living the fascination of truffle gathering is open to every guest at the Agriturismo. The outings, with Felice or Pietro accompanied by a pair of well-trained dogs, take place very early in the morning or late in the evening. This unforgettable experience reveals the subtle rapport between master and dog along with the rite of discovery and extraction of the truffle. For each truffle extracted, man’s faithful (and hungry) friend receives the reward of a small piece of bread.
The Agriturismo’s cooking is strongly based on this prized and delicious natural ingredient. For this reason, the truffle outings have occurred, since time out of mind, almost daily. The fungus, however, are not the same year-round. In fact, according to the season, we have summer truffles (drier and larger) and winter truffles (with a more pronounced taste and odor).
Winter walks
In wintertime the hill at Patrico transforms itself. The season of snow and cold interferes with many activities and renders more difficult the life of the shepherd. But for the guests of Agriturismo Bartoli, on the other hand, the winter environment is a treasure chest full of secrets and curiosities. In fact, in winter, it is possible to organise nature excursions on foot through the woods and paths that have always been well traveled by the Bartoli family.
During these excursions, guided by Felice, one may discover and recognise the tracks of the boar, the theatre of the wolf’s battles for food, the prints and signs of animals not in hibernation such as the lynx, the wildcat, the hare, and the royal eagle. In groups it is possible as well to participate in a day of trekking to visit natural caverns (such as the Roman aqueduct or the Grotto of the Windmill), once used by our Italian partisans to hide from German troops.
Open-Air Gym
Fewer activities are more healthful and pleasant than working out in the open air. Here at Patrico, on the gentle incline of the hill above Monteluco, a long and well-equipped parcourse unwinds.
The ample jogger’s path meanders, now in a thick and shaded wood of maples and oaks, on to the edge of a small clearing, then through large juniper shrubs. During the descent along the hillside, way stations are spaced at regular intervals with benches, obstacles, and bars for working out in the open. Everything is carried out according to measured and ergonomic standards and the materials utilized (mostly wood) are a testimony to a full respect for nature and the environment. Taking advantage of all the way stations and stopping for a brief series of exercises, the entire workout route can take more than an hour.
At the end of the workout, an abundant breakfast with Marcella’s jams will rebalance our guests’ calorie consumption!
Walks and Bike Excursions
The Agriturismo has available 500 hectares (1,235 acres) of land that, with its wide variety of hills and woods, offers the ideal environment for walks and excursions, whether on foot or on mountain bikes.
On foot:
The great expanse of the area allows the guest to venture on outings of varying difficulty and duration. Known in the area is the summit of Monte Fionchi, reachable from Patrico in about two hours, from which vantage point one can admire the beauty of the Appenines of Umbria and The Marches in a stupendous, 360-degree view. Connecting the neighboring hamlets, many paths and mule tracks offer a rich choice of routes for all needs and capabilities.
By mountain bike:
For mountain bike excursions, the hills surrounding Patrico are a true paradise. One can find routes for every level of difficulty and length that take advantage of the stupendous surrounding panorama.
Game of bowls
The bocce court, situated atop a hill and positioned as though on an enormous balcony overlooking the Spoleto valley, offers the possibility of playing bocce on a stupendous, natural stage.
The guests of the Agriturismo can be involved in occasional tournaments that at times occupy the whole day. For those who are so inclined, at nightfall, the games can go on as the court is well lit.For the less competitive, bocce are an excellent opportunity to spend a relaxing moment while enjoying the stupendous panorama, and profiting from sunny days by maintaining one’s tan.
Swimming Pool
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