Civita di Bagnoregio Travel Card by Bologna Tour

Perched dramatically on a fragile volcanic hilltop in northern Lazio, just a short train ride from Parma, the ancient village of Civita di Bagnoregio offers a rare glimpse into Italy’s medieval past. Known as the “Dying City” due to ongoing erosion that threatens its very existence, Civita di Bagnoregio stands as both a wonder and a warning — a sculpted relic shaped by time and nature’s relentlessness. Bologna Tour’s Civita di Bagnoregio Travel Card invites visitors to immerse themselves in this striking landscape at their own pace, providing an audio-guided journey through narrow cobblestone streets framed by centuries-old stone houses.

The village is accessible only via a long, steep footbridge that arches high above the deep canyon carved by the Tiber River, a geographic marvel marking the edge of Lazio and Umbria. This unique approach heightens the sense of stepping back into a suspended world, where cars are banned, and silence replaces traffic noise. The Travel Card enhances the visit with a well-curated welcome kit and exclusive local discounts designed to support the limited businesses that remain — from handcrafted ceramics shops to small trattorias serving traditional Umbrian fare.

Civita’s geography is defined by fragile volcanic tuff rock, slowly eroding, which both preserves the town’s dramatic silhouette and threatens its future. Its strategic position has made it a crossroads of history, from Etruscans through the Middle Ages. Visitors can appreciate the panoramic views of the surrounding valleys and the architectural beauty of the town’s high piazza and medieval churches while learning its story through the audio guide.

Bologna Tour’s offering is a gateway to understanding the delicate balance between human history and natural forces in this corner of Italy. For travelers based in Parma or Bologna, the Civita di Bagnoregio Travel Card makes this iconic destination accessible and informative, encouraging thoughtful appreciation of a landscape where adventure meets preservation.