Umbria, the softer sister to Tuscany, set in the green heart of Italy, is a land of glorious scenery and ancient walled hilltop towns. Deeply steeped in medieval history, some of the most beautiful locations are set close to the limpid waters of Lake Trasimeno, Italy’s fourth largest lake.

For weddings in Umbria, consider a glorious frescoed wedding hall in a lovely lakeside village, or in the church of a medieval hilltop hamlet with wonderful views over the surrounding countryside. Blessings and symbolic ceremonies can take place among rustic olive groves or vineyards, on a tiny island, on wine estates or in the grounds of splendid villas.

Reach Umbria by flying to Perugia, capital of the region. Alternatively Florence, Pisa, and Rome are well served both by main and low cost airlines.