Today we will discover Norcia, the green heart of Valnerina and the magnificent Palazzo Seneca which has been included into the “Rural Hotels” in the ranking of the “50 BEST Italian Hotels” by The Daily Telegraph.
Let’s start a new journey by diving into the “Made in Umbria-lifestyle”.
This majestic place, a Relais & Chateaux association member, is what you certainly need if you want to spend some special days out of the ordinary. The right choice along the way to visit us in our Factory Lab.
Authentic Luxury Hospitality in Umbria.
Soft lights, warm and lovely atmosphere, floors on which it seems to glimpse the footsteps of St. Benedict, and prestigious library: this is what Palazzo Seneca offers to its guests.
Here we met Federico Bianconi, the owner together with his brother Vincenzo Bianconi and his family of the Relais & Châteaux in Norcia.

We asked Federico to wear a Tasselli Cashmere sweater and he has been questioned by our staff to deeply explore the history behind Palazzo Seneca and its beauties.
“If you have to pick up the most both challenging and exciting managerial activity in Palazzo Seneca, what would you choose?”
“My first purpose is finding more experiences which conciliate a deep understanding of the natural territories and an exclusive stay for our guests.”
Federico, together with Michela Manca, the official Sales Director of Palazzo Seneca, contributes to the constant research of beauties and natural secrets of Umbria.

Palazzo Seneca and Tasselli Cashmere: an idyllic moment.
Over years, both of them have been following such an important purpose: founding a new Umbrian tradition, by ensuring the fusion of traditions and innovative solutions.
Vespasia Restaurant: “from sustainability to happiness!”
This is the motto of Federico Bianconi, whose echo resounds in every room of Palazzo Seneca until the Vespasia Restaurant.
“Its “Manifesto” contains the key elements and the values on which we have built our choices, our cuisine and relationship with our land.” Federico explains: “It is our contribution to a better, more aware and sustainable world.”
Gourmet Restaurant and Michelin Star. The excellent cuisine is captained by Fumiko Sakai and Fabio Cappiello, and most important, it greatly safeguards natural territories and skilled workers.

These values deeply characterize the entire staff of Palazzo Seneca and their highly detailed gastronomic choices.
Moreover, Palazzo Seneca and its Restaurant offer the chance to minimize costs and waste by letting their customers choose the menu before arriving to always guarantee fresh and genuine food.
“Federico, which is your fundamental value behind everything in your job?”
“Sustainability and attention to the everyone’s happiness: from workers to suppliers, from costumers to local factories”.
Your hidden corner of authentic charm in Umbria.
Are you continuously looking for a place where escape from ordinary life?
Palazzo Seneca is your safe place in Umbria. We are waiting for fulfilling your desires! Visit the website and follow us on IG and FB to discover more! We are waiting for fulfilling your desire!









