Valle del Turano
Colle di Tora
Colle di Tora overlooks Lake Turano. It developed on the hillside beside the former Tora River and was transformed by the reservoir created in the 1930s. Compact, bright and panoramic, the village brings together its historic centre, the Church of San Lorenzo, lake views and local food traditions.
Valle del Turano
Colle di Toralakeside village
Colle di Tora is a village in the Rieti area of Sabina overlooking Lake Turano, in a scenic position where the houses seem to reach towards the water. Of Roman origin, it was known as Collepiccolo until the late nineteenth century and stood on the hillside beside the Tora River.
The hydroelectric reservoir created in the 1930s profoundly reshaped the landscape, forming the lake and making Colle di Tora one of the villages most closely associated with Lake Turano. The historic centre, the churches of San Lorenzo and Santa Anatolia, and the views towards the water reveal a small, authentic and distinctive place.
On this page you can
- Explore the historic centre, lakeshore and panoramic views over Lake Turano
- Discover the Church of San Lorenzo, Santa Anatolia and the area’s Roman remains
- Find your way among local flavours, Fagiolo a Pisello beans, fishing, walks and nature trails
Lago del Turano
The village reaches out over the water in one of the valley’s most recognisable landscapes.
Collepiccolo
The village’s former name recalls its history before the lake transformed the landscape.
San Lorenzo
The village church offers panoramic views and preserves local religious memory.
Fagiolo a pisello
A PAT-certified local product grown in the area and a symbol of Colle di Tora’s cuisine.
What to see
Colledi Tora
Lake, village and Turano views
Colle di Tora is one of the Turano Valley’s most scenic villages. Its historic centre preserves the memory of old Collepiccolo, while Lake Turano, created by the hydroelectric reservoir in the 1930s, defines the landscape. This guide leads through the lakeshore, lanes, the churches of San Lorenzo and Santa Anatolia, and panoramic viewpoints.
- Lake Turano, the lakeside and views over the water
- The historic centre of Collepiccolo, the village’s oldest core
- The Church of San Lorenzo, Santa Anatolia and local religious heritage
- Belvedere and Le Terrazze overlooking the Turano Valley
In the village and nearby
Local producers
A useful, up-to-date selection, ordered by relevance, quality and proximity.
Olive oil mill
Monteflavio · 15,1 km
Olio di Stanlio
A test entry for a local olive oil mill.
History and identity
Colle di Tora, a villagereshaped by water
Colle di Tora has Roman origins and was known as Collepiccolo until the late nineteenth century. The settlement stood on the hillside beside the former Tora River, in a landscape very different from today’s, before water became the valley’s defining element.
The hydroelectric reservoirs built in the 1930s created Lake Turano and Lake Salto, profoundly changing the area. Since then Colle di Tora has become a village reaching towards the water, where the historic centre, the Church of San Lorenzo, Santa Anatolia, lake views and Roman remains tell a story suspended between ancient memory and lakeside landscape.
- Collepiccolo
- Lago del Turano
- Roman origins
In the village and nearby
Local services
A useful, up-to-date selection, ordered by relevance, quality and proximity.
Pharmacy
Featured Ascrea · 4,1 km
Test
This is a test entry for a local pharmacy.
Technical practice
Montelibretti · 19,3 km
Studio Tecnico Gobbi
Studio Tecnico Gobbi, led by surveyor Stefano Gobbi, is a trusted technical practice in Montelibretti for building design and planning, cadastral and administrative procedures. The practice works on…
Village events calendar
Events in Colle di Tora
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food traditionsto discover
Cooking in Colle di Tora brings together lake, mountains and farming tradition: Fagiolo a Pisello del Lago del Turano beans, flatbreads cooked over embers, gnocchi with mutton sauce, lake fish and hearty grilled dishes.
Pasta and beans
The small, white, thin-skinned Fagiolo a Pisello del Lago del Turano is Colle di Tora’s signature product. In pasta and beans it becomes a warm, delicate dish deeply rooted in the area.
First coursePasta and beansThe signature dish made with Fagiolo a Pisello del Lago del Turano.
Grilled specialitiesPizzullu coll’erbeFlatbread cooked over embers and filled with wild chicory.
First courseGnocchi with mutton saucePotato gnocchi with mutton sauce and pecorino cheese.
LakeGrilled lake fishLake Turano fish grilled simply over embers.
Grilled specialitiesArrosticini and sausagesGrilled meats, local sausages and polenta.Flavours of Colle di Tora
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In the village and nearby
Where to eat
A useful, up-to-date selection, ordered by relevance, quality and proximity.
Bar / Café
Montelibretti · 19,3 km
Bar Test 01
A welcoming meeting place in the heart of Sabina, ideal for a leisurely breakfast, a quick coffee or an aperitivo after a walk through historic lanes, scenic views…
Restaurant
Monteflavio · 15,1 km
Pala del Palo
A test entry for a local restaurant.
Pizzeria
Castel di Tora · 1,4 km
Pizzeria Test 02
Pizza is always a delight, especially when it is made in the Neapolitan style.
The village in figures
Colle di Tora,lakeside village
A few essential figures for understanding the area: elevation, population, municipal area and approximate driving time from Rome.
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approximate driving time
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Where to stay
A useful, up-to-date selection, ordered by relevance, quality and proximity.
Hotel
Monteflavio · 15,1 km
Hotel Villa Prova
A test hotel entry.
FAQs about Colle di Tora
Six practical answers for planning your visit, finding your way around the village and connecting the day with other places in Sabina.
What should I see in Colle di Tora?
In Colle di Tora, visit Lake Turano, the historic centre of old Collepiccolo, the churches of San Lorenzo and Santa Anatolia, and viewpoints such as Belvedere and Le Terrazze. The area also preserves remains of a Roman tomb dedicated to Caracalla, an important trace of the village’s ancient past.
Where is Colle di Tora?
Colle di Tora is in the province of Rieti, in the Rieti area of Sabina, overlooking Lake Turano. The village lies in the Turano Valley, where water, mountains and the historic centre create one of the area’s most recognisable views.
How do I get to Colle di Tora?
The most practical way to reach Colle di Tora is by car along the roads of the Turano Valley. Once there, the village is best explored on foot, linking the historic centre, lakeshore, Church of San Lorenzo, Santa Anatolia and panoramic views over the lake.
Why visit Colle di Tora?
Colle di Tora is ideal for travellers seeking a scenic village closely connected with its landscape. The hydroelectric reservoir created in the 1930s transformed old Collepiccolo into a settlement reaching towards the water. Today it combines history, lake views, walks, fishing, photography and distinctive local flavours.
Which foods are associated with Colle di Tora?
The signature product is the small, white and delicate Fagiolo a Pisello del Lago del Turano, used in pasta and beans. Other local dishes include pizzullu coll’erbe, potato gnocchi with mutton sauce and pecorino, sheep arrosticini, local sausages, polenta and grilled lake fish.
What can I do around Colle di Tora?
Nearby you can explore Lake Turano, the Belvedere and Le Terrazze viewpoints, Castel di Tora, the Monte Navegna and Monte Cervia Nature Reserve and outdoor routes through the valley. The area is suited to walking, photography, hiking, fishing and nature trails among lake, woodland and waterfront villages.
From this village a new itinerary begins
After the historic centre, connect your visit with another village, a local place to eat or a walking route and build a complete day in Sabina.
