Etruscan well

This well is a great work of hydraulic engineering and testify the technical knowledge and the civic degree that the Etruscan population had 300 years before Christ. Its construction is dated back in IV or III century BC, but even if the date is uncertain, the dimensions of this well are sure: 37 meters deep and 5 meters diameter. A great construction which served as water barrel: here flowed into three water-bearing stratum of Perugia. The well is practicable thanks to some stairs which allow the visitor to reach its deepest point. The bottom of the well is covered of travertine, the same material has been used also for the covering of the well. If you pass in Piazza Danti, don’t forget to visit this incredible work of hydraulic engineering.

When: every day 10 am to 1,30 pm and 2,30 pm 6,30 pm.
Tickets: Unique ticket to visit the Etrurian Well, Chapel of San Severo and City doors museum: 2,50 €, reduced tickets: 2€ or 1€.
How to get here: By feet in the ancient centre of the city.