Gay & Lesbian in Umbria

Information on groups, social clubs and links for gay men and women in Perugia and Terni.

There is a wealth of information for gay and lesbians living in or visiting Italy. Homosexuality has been legal in Italy since 1889 and the age of consent is 14, as it is for heterosexuals. Even so, open physical affection in public places is not recommended.

While same-sex marriage is not allowed, there are some towns which allow a civil ceremony, although it has no legal standing.

See the International Lesbian and Gay Association for information on homosexuality and the law in Italy: Click here

Gay & Lesbian Organisations in Italy

GayFriendlyItaly.com, has information on gay history, the law and homophobia, gay events and gay friendly towns across the country.

Out Travel is an Italian travel agency specialising in tours and holiday destinations in Italy, Europe and worldwide for gays. There are separate sites for male and female destinations (both in Italian only).

Out Travel
Tel: 0503 155526
Fax: 0503 155530
e-mail
Website (in Italian)

Arcigay (Italian Gay Association) has a network of offices throughout the country. The website contains a directory of gay friendly bars, saunas and clubs as well as meeting times for legal and psychological advice.

Arcigay Perugia
At: Via della Pallotta 42, 06126 Perugia (PG)
Tel: 075 572 175
Website

Arcilesbica (Italian Lesbian Association) works to combat discrimination against lesbians in Italy and to increase their visibility.

Arcilesbica
At: Via don Minzoni 18, 40121 Bologna
Tel: 051 649 2684
Fax: 051 649 2684
Website
Arcilesbica Perugia
At: Via Antonio Fratti 18, 06123 Perugia
Tel: 075 572 3175
e-mail

Circolo di Cultura Omosessuale Mario Mieli is run by voluntary workers and provides information and advice for homosexuals in Italy. The association has a helpline, provides legal advice and offers assistance to those who are HIV positive.

Circolo di Cultura Omosessuale Mario Mieli
At: Via Corinto, 5, 00146 Rome (RM)
Tel: 06 5413985
Fax: 06 5413971
Website (in Italian)

Gay in Umbria

GayUmbria.com has information on upcoming gay and lesbian events in Umbria as well as an area for gay people to chat online.

Further Information

For contact details on AIDS help and gay support see the AngloINFO INFOrmation Page, Helplines & Support Groups in Umbria
Gay.it is a gay lifestyle site (in Italian)
Clubclassic.net produces a Guida Gay, an Italian-language guide for gays for all the regions in Italy