Visit Isola Bisentina
A unique experience blending nature, history, and spirituality on the waters of Lake Bolsena.
Discovering the enchanting Bisentina Island
Your journey begins with a tranquil boat ride, gliding through the crystal-clear waters of the lake, surrounded by breathtaking views of the Umbrian hills. As you finally set foot on Isola Bisentina, a sense of tranquility and wonder envelops you. With its enchanting paths, lush gardens, and ancient sacred buildings, Isola Bisentina invites you to explore its unique charm and immerse yourself in its millennia-old history.
The itinerary
Approximately 3 hours
Easy
3 kilometers
NO heels/flip flops
56 meters
A guided tour to discover the soul of the island.
Every step on Isola Bisentina is a journey through time, where the present harmoniously merges with the past. Discover the hidden secrets of this sacred land as you stroll among the ruins of ancient monasteries and convents. Don’t miss the opportunity to experience a unique adventure on Isola Bisentina – book your visit now and get ready to be enchanted by this hidden treasure in the heart of Italy.
- Adults – €25
- Children aged 6 to 15 – €15
- Disabled – €6
- Children aged 0 to 6 – Free
- Groups (from 20 adults) – € 20
All guided tours will be in Italian .
The bilingual ITA/ENG visits will be out on the following dates:
23rd and 30th June; 7th, 14th, 20th and 27th July; 2nd, 9th, 17th, 23rd and 30th August; 6th, 14th, 20th and 27th September; 6th, 12th, 19th and 27th October. From Capodimonte.
To book a private tour, please write an email to info@isolabisentina.org .
Transport ticket
By booking the ticket to the island, the boat reservation is automatically made, with payment to be made upon boarding on the day of the visit. Please arrive at the boat departure point at least 15 minutes before departure.
Departure from Capodimonte
Ticket boat:
- Adults – €20
- Children aged 6 to 15 – €15
- Disabled – €15
- Children aged 0 to 6 – Free
- Groups (from 20 partecipants) – € 18 adults / €13 kids (aged 6 to15)
Approximately 20 minutes of sailing.
Navigabolsena
Meeting point: Viale Regina Margherita 28 – 01010 Capodimonte, VT
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Boat departure times:
June
Saturday: 22/06 and 29/06 at 5pm
Sunday: 23/06 and 30/06 at 5pm
July
Friday: every Friday at 5pm
Saturday: every Saturday at 5pm
Sunday: every Sunday at 5pm
August
Thursday: every Thursday at 5pm | 15/08 at 10:00 am
Friday: every Friday at 5pm
Saturday: every Saturday at 5pm
Sunday: every Sunday at 5pm
September
Friday: every Friday at 4pm
Saturday: every Saturday at 4pm
Sunday: every Sunday at 4pm
October
Saturday: every Saturday at 3pm
Sunday: every Sunday at 3pm
Special openings:
– March 30th and April 1st at 10.15am
– March 31st at 4:00 pm
– 25-26-27-28 April and 01 May at 4pm
– 27 and 31 October, 01 and 02 November at 10am
For more information:
Phone: +39 338 7672849 | Email: info@navigabolsena.it
Departure from Bolsena
Ticket boat:
- Adults – €20
- Children and teenagers aged 6 to 15 – €15
- Disabled people – €6
Children aged 0 to 6 years – Free - Groups (from 20 participants) – €20 adults / €15 children (6-15 years)
Approximately 40 minutes of sailing.
Navigazione Alto Lazio
Meeting point: Porto di Bolsena, Viale Armando Diaz, 10 – 01023 Bolsena, VT
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Boat departure times:
June
Friday: 21/06 at 10:00 and 28/06 at 17:00
Saturday: 06/22 at 5:00 pm
Sunday: 23/06 at 5.00 pm and 30/06 at 5.00 pm
July
Friday: 05/07 at 10:00 am | 12/07 and 19/07 at 5pm
Sunday: 07/07 and 14/07 and 21/07 and 5.00 pm
August
Monday: 05/08 at 5pm
Thursday: 01/08 and 22/08 at 10:00 am | 08/08 and 29/08 at 5pm
Friday: 02/08, 09/08, 23/08 and 30/08 at 5.00 pm
Sunday: 04/08, 11/08 and 25/08 at 5.00 pm
September
Friday: 06/09 and 20/09 at 10:00 am | 27/09 at 4.00 pm
Saturday: 07/09, and 28/09 at 4.00 pm
Sunday: 08/09 at 4.00 pm | 29/09 at 10:00
October
Saturday: 05/10 at 4 pm | 19/10 and 26/10 at 3pm
Sunday: 06/10 at 10 am
November
Sunday 03/11 at 3pm
For more information:
Phone: +39 338 5641467 | Email: info@
Clothing & Suggestions
Guests are required to wear suitable clothing for wild nature, in particular footwear must be suitable for a type of wooded environment.
Visitors shall be equipped with boots and umbrellas in case of rain and bring sun protection during the hottest days.
It is not possible to buy drinks of any kind on the island. Visitors are encouraged to bring a water bottle.
The island is equipped with toilets. The tour takes place even with rain; in this case we recommend wearing a waterproof jacket and slip-proof shoes.
Difficulty Level
Based on the CAI classification, the 2024 itinerary is type T (tourist), a ring, of approximately 2 kilometres, mainly flat but with two differences in height: the first can be overcome by taking about thirty stone steps, the second walking along a slope of approximately 100 meters with a height difference of 22 metres. You walk on forest paths and meadows with very irregular walking surfaces. For your safety, high-heeled shoes are forbidden; only trekking shoes or sneakers are recommended
Disabled
The following people have the right to access Isola Bisentina with a reduced ticket of €6.00: blind and deaf and people with serious disabilities (art.3, paragraph 3 of law 104/92). We remind you that the walking surface is sometimes irregular, with some steep slope, and that along the way you will come across steps carved into the stone. For these reasons, part of the route is not suitable for people in wheelchairs and people with severe walking disabilities. Specifically, for these people, the following are not suitable: La Rocchina, Monte Calvario, Monte Tabor, the Malta of the Popes and Santa Concordia.
Entry rules
Visitors will be accompanied on the Island by a tourist guide authorized by the Lazio region, identifiable by means of a special card.
For everyone’s safety, Visitors are advised to observe the following access rules:
- follow the instructions of the Guide and do not leave the group of Visitors;
- scrupulously respect the prohibitions and always remain within the itinerary of the visit;
- comply with the warnings on the appropriate signs (e.g. no approach, risk of collapse, etc.);
- supervise children and minors in tow, so that they are always under their visual control, to prevent unauthorized removals;
- respect the biodiversity present on the Bisentina Island.
- do not approach the animals on the island;
it is forbidden to feed the animals. - do not enter the construction site areas.
smoking is strictly prohibited. - it is forbidden to remove materials from the Island.
- It is strictly forbidden to damage the state of the places
- Picnics and littering on the island are strictly prohibited.
Access with animals
Pets are allowed only if on a leash
From Thursday to Sunday
Isola Bisentina
Lago di Bolsena 01010
Capodimonte VT
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