Borgo di Piegaro con mura e torri medievali

Piegaro is an Umbrian hill town that retains much of its medieval wall circuit and towers, with historic houses and churches inside the fortified core.

Why it matters

The village's architecture preserves both its defensive history and the prosperity that came from glassmaking. Its walls and palaces reflect successive periods of feudal rule, communal government and industrial activity.

What to notice

The medieval fortifications follow the contour of the hill and include a polygonal tower. Inside the walls, Palazzo Misciatelli-Pallavicini and the residence of the Conti Bulgarelli di Marsciano reflect the wealth of later periods. The Church of San Silvestro and the former glassworks complex add religious and industrial layers to the historic centre.

Context and history

Piegaro was held by several medieval families before becoming a free commune in 1295 and later submitting to Perugia. Glassmaking developed in the town from the late thirteenth century, with local production supplying major works including the cathedral at Orvieto. The medieval core was later adapted by eighteenth- and nineteenth-century residences.