Gradoli

Gradoli is a town in the province of Viterbo located along the north-western shore of Lake Bolsena. Gradoli is known in Lazio for its excellent wine production which leads to the birth of DOC wine Aleatico di Gradoli .Inside the historic center of the village there are numerous period monuments such as the fortress or palazzo Farnese. Today Gradoli, despite its immense agricultural tradition, is also an important tourist center especially for its proximity to Lake Bolsena, chosen as an alternative to classic holidays in the mountains or by the sea.

Not to be missed

There are many places to visit in Gradoli here are the most important:

palazzo farnese

museo costume farnesano

Where to eat

Gradoli is full of restaurants, taverns and trattorias in which to eat. The local specialty is fish caught in Lake Bolsena.

Typical family-run fish restaurant. The menu features both lake and sea specialties.

Cantina del Mago is a restaurant with traditional Lazio cuisine. The house specialty is lake fish cooked in various ways. On the menu you will also find meat dishes and typical desserts.

L'Oasi del Pescatore is a fish restaurant located on the shore of Lake Bolsena. The restaurant offers a menu that varies from lake to sea.

La Ripetta is a fish restaurant located on the lakefront in Gradoli. The restaurant offers a terrace with outdoor tables upon reservation.

Where to sleep

In Gradoli it is possible to stay either in the historic center in a B&B or in a hotel, or outside the town in a farmhouse in close contact with nature.

Barbecue Antico Corniolo is located in Gradoli and offers free bikes, a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and a shared lounge. The property is 26 miles from Viterbo. This country house features a patio, lake views, 3 bedrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV, a kitchen equipped with a dishwasher and a microwave, and a bathroom with a spa bath. This country house features a hot tub. Guests at Antico Corniolo can enjoy cycling nearby, or make the most of the garden. The property is 31 miles from Saturnia and 23 miles from Orvieto. The nearest airport is Perugia Airport, 105 km from the property.

Lorem ipsum dolor sit Parcheggio in loco Featuring a garden, private pool and lake views, Locazione turistico Villa sul Lago (BOL365) is located in Gradoli. Free private parking is available on site. 40 km from San Casciano dei Bagni. The holiday home features 5 bedrooms, a TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a fridge, a washing machine, and 3 bathrooms with a shower. The holiday home is 35 km from Orvieto and 37 km from Viterbo. The nearest airport is Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi Airport, 104 km from Villa sul Lago tourist rental.

Lorem ipsum dolor sit Parcheggio in loco Featuring a garden, private pool and lake views, Locazione turistico Villa sul Lago (BOL365) is located in Gradoli. Free private parking is available on site. 40 km from San Casciano dei Bagni. Offering lake views, Il Casale degli Ulivi in Gradoli has accommodations, a garden and a terrace. Accommodations are fitted with air conditioning, a fully equipped kitchenette with a dining area, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with bidet and free toiletries. You will also find a fridge, stove and kettle. The country house is 33 km from Orvieto and 40 km from Viterbo. The nearest airport is Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi Airport, 102 km from Il Casale degli Ulivi.

Events

The popular origins of Gradoli relive in some of its main events that are repeated every year and involve all citizens in a great party. One of the most important is “Tantevecchie a Gradoli” a folkloristic re-enactment linked to the epiphany. In the month of July, on the other hand, “Alatico in festa” takes place which celebrates the most renowned wine product of this locality.

aleatico in festa

tentavecchie

Pranzo del Purgatorio

Reviews

Gradoli is a pleasant town to visit, rich in art and history. I recommend to everyone the Farnesian Costume Museum a small exhibition on the fashion and customs of the most important noble family of Lazio. Really interesting!

Gradoli is a pretty town in the province of Viterbo located on Lake Bolsena. I went there with my partner in May and I fell in love with it. Beautiful weather, fabulous food and so many places to see. Highly recommended

Wandering around the villages on Lake Bolsena we came across an extremely elegant building (Palazzo Farnese) in Gradoli, intrigued we entered and discovered a very well done museum of medieval clothes. The € 2.50 ticket appears adequate and is worth a visit.

History

The historical origins of this inhabited center date back to the Middle Ages, when an imposing castle was built in the current “pergola“, whose entrance could only be reached via a steep staircase, from the Latin “gradus” , from which, according to many testimonies, the name of the town derives. Today only a few traces remain of the ancient castle. The town as we see it today dates back to the 12th century when it was decided to recognize municipal autonomy for the first time (a period that did not last long since the village soon fell under the dominion of the city of state Orvieto). The most flourishing historical period for Gradoli was during the dominion of the ancient city of Castrocapitale of the homonymous duchy, created by the Farnese which ceased to exist in 1649. Even in more recent times Gradoli has been the protagonist of national news. In fact, this village was at the center of the investigation into the kidnapping of the president Aldo Moro from the Red Brigades.

How to reach Gradoli

Gradoli is 62 km from Grosseto and 98 km from Rome. The best way to reach this location is by car. Alternatively, you can take advantage of the Cotral bus lines. The closest stations to Gradoli are: Gradoli, V Roma, Cimitero is 755 meters away, 11 min walk.

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