Marmore
Marmore: the village near the Marmore Waterfall
Marmore is a small hamlet of the Italian municipality of Terni, located in the region of Umbria. It is a lovely and suggestive place that attracts tourists, especially due to its proximity to the famous Marmore Waterfall, one of the highest waterfalls in Italy. In this summary, we will discover the physical geography of Marmore, its territory, infrastructure, and transportation present in the area, making the hamlet a point of passage for many of the main state highways and railways in central Italy.
Physical geography
Territory
Marmore is about five kilometers southeast of the capital Terni. The village is located at the northernmost extreme of the Rieti Plain, at Marmore, a narrow gap between the mountains that separate the Rieti Plain from the lower Valnerina. The Velino River crosses the village, then falls into the underlying Valnerina and becomes a tributary of the Nera River. The Marmore gap was reclaimed in 290 BC by the consul Manio Curio Dentato, causing the opening of the imposing Marmore Waterfall.
Lake Piediluco
Some smaller water bodies, including the nearby Lake Piediluco, remain from the ancient Velino Lake. It is a place of extraordinary beauty where you can practice water sports and fishing.
Infrastructure and transportation
Marmore is a point of passage for important infrastructure that makes the hamlet easily accessible.
Highways
The village is crossed by the state highway 79 Ternana, a historical link between the two capitals Rieti and Terni, which can be reached in 26 km and 7 km, respectively. Due to its winding path, the road is now parallel to the state highway 79 bis, a fast expressway nearing completion.
Railways
Marmore is crossed by the Terni-Sulmona Railway and is served by the Marmore railway station, making it easily accessible.
Marmore-Piediluco
On March 22, 2022, the possibility of a Marmore-Piediluco municipality was submitted to the region. This possibility was enthusiastically welcomed by the inhabitants of the two hamlets and could lead to greater unity between the territories.
Notes
Marmore is a small characteristic village easily accessible thanks to the various infrastructure in the area. You can immerse yourself in nature and admire the Marmore Waterfall, but also enjoy the comforts of the neighboring villages.
Conclusion
In conclusion, Marmore is a suggestive and fascinating place that offers many opportunities for tourism and entertainment. You can admire the natural beauty of the Marmore Waterfall and Lake Piediluco, but also enjoy the services that the village and neighboring villages offer. Thanks to the presence of infrastructure and transportation, Marmore is easily accessible and a mandatory stop for those who want to discover the beauties of Umbria and central Italy.
