Festival of the Woods – Francis in the Woods
Nature, trees, and Franciscan spirituality at Villa Paolina, as part of the VIII Centenary of Saint Francis
About Festival of the Woods
An event in the sign of Saint Francis
The Festival of the Woods – Francis in the Woods is held in Porano, in the province of Terni, within the green setting of Villa Paolina. The initiative is part of the celebrations for the Franciscan VIII Centenary and focuses on the relationship between man and nature, following the spirituality of Saint Francis and his Canticle of the Creatures.
Nature, trees, and environmental education
The program is dedicated to nature, trees, animals, and environmental education, with activities also designed for children. One day is dedicated to discovering the woods and its ecosystem, while the concluding event, "The Canticle of the Creatures at Villa Paolina", offers an experiential journey through plants, animals, and food, connecting the landscape to Franciscan sensitivity.
A territory between Orvieto and Umbrian spirituality
Porano, a village in southern Umbria near Orvieto, is part of a land deeply marked by Franciscan spirituality. The Festival of the Woods enhances this bond by combining environmental culture, education, and spiritual reflection in a highly evocative natural setting.
Festival of the Woods — edition 2026
The 2026 edition of the Festival of the Woods – Francis in the Woods takes place at Villa Paolina in Porano on May 8th and 10th, within the celebrations of the Franciscan VIII Centenary.
May 8th is dedicated to nature, trees, animals, and environmental education, with a day dedicated to discovering the woods. On May 10th, "The Canticle of the Creatures at Villa Paolina" is scheduled, an experiential journey through plants, animals, and food inspired by Franciscan sensitivity.
Programme Festival of the Woods 2026
Friday, May 8, 2026 — Villa Paolina
- Day dedicated to nature, trees, animals, and environmental education
Sunday, May 10, 2026 — Villa Paolina
- "The Canticle of the Creatures at Villa Paolina" — experiential journey on plants, animals, and food, in the spirit of Saint Francis
Highlights Festival of the Woods 2026
Practical information — Festival of the Woods
How to get there
Porano can be reached by car from the A1 motorway (Orvieto exit) continuing towards the village. Villa Paolina is located within the municipal territory. The nearest train station is Orvieto.
When
The event takes place in May, over several days.
Tips
As the activities are outdoors and involve walks in nature, comfortable clothing and suitable shoes are recommended. Many activities are designed for families and children.
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Where does it take place — Festival of the Woods
Villa Paolina
Villa Paolina, 05010 Porano