Nights of stars and walks in the woods of Subasio in Armenzano
Armenzano is a hamlet of Assisi, in the province of Perugia, located about 800 meters above sea level within the Monte Subasio Park. Its isolated position, far from light pollution, makes it the ideal place for "Emozioni Sotto le Stelle", the festival that transforms the small village into an open-air observatory every summer.
The heart of the event, organized by the Pro Loco of Armenzano, are the night walks along the paths of the woods lit by torches, to discover the nature of Subasio by moonlight. At the village and the castle, astronomers from the Antares astronomical club guide the public in observing the starry sky with professional telescopes, telling stories about constellations and planets.
Alongside the astronomical dimension, the festival offers music, theatrical performances, exhibitions, markets, and entertainment for children, with refreshment stands and stalls selling typical products. It is an opportunity to experience one of the most authentic corners of the Assisi area, where tradition, nature, and the wonder of the sky meet.
The 2026 edition of Emozioni Sotto le Stelle is scheduled in Armenzano around August 1-2 (indicative dates, to be confirmed). The Pro Loco offers the usual mix of night walks along the Subasio paths lit by torches, observation of the starry sky with telescopes from the Antares astronomical club, music, theater, exhibitions, and markets selling typical products in the village.
The detailed 2026 program and definitive dates will be published by the Pro Loco of Armenzano closer to the event. Usual structure of the festival:
Armenzano can be reached by car from Assisi by going up towards Monte Subasio; the road is scenic and mountainous. Clothing suitable for cool high-altitude evenings and comfortable footwear for walking are recommended.
Free admission; refreshment stands and markets are paid. Dates may vary slightly from year to year: check with the Pro Loco of Armenzano.
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