Pozzo Etrusco
Pozzo Etrusco
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Points of Interest & Landmarks • History Museums
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3:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Monday
3:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Tuesday
3:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Wednesday
3:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Thursday
3:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Friday
3:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Saturday
3:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Sunday
3:00 PM - 6:30 PM
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An exceptional work of hydraulic engineering, it dates back to the second half of the 3rd century B.C., testifying to the advanced degree of civilization reached by the Etruscans at the time. The size of the well, unusual compared to the water reservoirs normally built in Etruscan times, has led experts to believe that it was originally conceived as a cistern and later transformed into a well to reach a deep vein of water. The well is covered by a series of travertine slabs, supported by a system of massive stone beams (“trusses”), each weighing about 8000 kg and fitted in place without the use of mortar. The well can be entered by means of a medieval passageway, reaching a depth of 12 meters, and a modern walkway crosses the well. The well is still fed today by at least 3 veins of water.
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PavlaPavla
Chrudim, Czech Republic6,172 contributions
Jul 2022
One would say just a well, but what a history behind it! The Etruscan well was built 2300 years ago and still producing water. A narrow stone staircase descends to the well. Water is dripping from the walls, so everything is wet here. There is a small glass bridge over the well that you can walk on.
At the entrance you can watch a short video about the history of this well. It's in Italian with English subtitles and well worth a watch. The entrance fee is €3.
Written July 27, 2022
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backpacker31
Boynton Beach, FL5,397 contributions
Feb 2020 • Solo
Just off the main square (Piazza IV Novembre) is this hidden historic gem. The well dates back to the 3rd century B.C. and is over 120 feet deep. The entrance to the museum is down a small alley, past a restaurant. )Entry fee is a very reasonable 3 euros). Once inside, I watched a short (10 minute) film about the well which was very interesting (in Italian with English subtitles). Then I passed through a turnstile and descended a set of narrow stone steps to get to the glass bridge that spans one of the widest parts of the well. For safety, only 10 visitors are allowed at a time. This, coupled with my exploration of Perugia’s Rocca Paolina (underground city), was a highlight of my visit. Absolutely fascinating!
Written February 26, 2020
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4historyandculture
Charlotte, NC1,515 contributions
Jul 2021
The Etruscans were amazingly skilled. We were here with our tour guide around 9:00am and unfortunately could not go in the museum to visit. It opens at 10:00am Just admired the well outside and took a picture through the grids of the entrance gate.
I would live to visit again in the future.
Written August 23, 2021
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Albert Z
Petersfield, UK246 contributions
Aug 2022
A well on top of a hill that's still full of water. Watch the short video about how the well was built first 300BC by the Etruscans and then you can walk down a few steps to explore. Well worth the short visit
Written September 14, 2022
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IBlair
Montreal, Quebec43 contributions
I would recommend a little sidetrip below the sidewalks to anyone visiting Perugia. The Etruscan well is dark, damp and atmospheric, but also an incredible example of the stonemason's art. Great cultures and empires fade away, but a well-designed piece of hydraulic engineering lasts forever...
Written April 10, 2006
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RetiredBritz
United Kingdom289 contributions
Jun 2018 • Couples
A lot of the guide books don't mention this fascinating Etruscan well, which dates back to the second half of the 3rd century BC. It is an amazing feat of engineering for the time, and leaves you wondering how they managed to put in place the four 8,000kg Travertine beams at the head of the well.

A medieval path takes you down deep underneath the well, to where you can walk on a modern glass-floored walkway across the lower part of the well shaft. The well is over 37 meters deep.

You'd never guess, looking at the well above ground in the square, what lies beneath. It's just €3 to visit and well worth seeking out this most interesting piece of history.
Written June 22, 2018
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Lovetotravel C
Passignano Sul Trasimeno, Italy8 contributions
Apr 2012
This is a hidden gem and a little difficult to find. You need to go through the entrance to an Irsh Pub to get to the tickets office and well. he 3EUR ticket allows you access to three different sites. In the Chapel of San Francesco,, only a 5 min walk from the well, holds one of the best art pieces in all of Italy. A fresco painted partly by Raphel and partly by his teacher Perugino. Just you and the fresco very special
Written May 16, 2012
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Fergalini
Spoleto, Italy120 contributions
Nov 2019 • Couples
This well is amazing and well worth visiting. The skill and engineering know how to build is incredible. It would be hard to build now let alone 2300 years ago
Written November 23, 2019
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Zaira G
Italy190 contributions
Aug 2019
This well is probably a unique masterpiece of engineering considering that it dates back to around 300BC and the structure still stands two thousand years on!! You can visit the well below the ground and it is a must if you're into history and culture. The Etruscans were well known artisans and craftsman and it is thanks to them that today we have so many masterpieces including bronze sculptures.
When you visit the well you might want to wear a sweater as it is rather humid inside.
Pets are welcome to visit too|
Tickets are only €3,00.
Written August 23, 2019
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jbtolz
Boston, MA113 contributions
Jun 2019
Pozzo Etrusco is unlike any other attraction I’ve visited - the engineering is truly incredible to learn about. Don’t expect a lot of bells and whistles from the museum, it is simple but includes an informational video with a walkway and stairs down to the well. Still, it was worth it.
Written July 9, 2019
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